Before building our first electric hybrid yacht using an Aquila 44 hull, the president of Nova Luxe developed a detailed model to estimate range and speed.  Key to the model is the relationship between fuel burn and kilowatts of power.  Using two Deep Blue 50kW motors we know our upper limit of speed is equivalent to a fuel burn of 13 gallons per hour.  This model was proven accurate after the completion of our first yacht.  The model has been expanded, and is located HERE for download.

New last year was the introduction of 100kW motors from Torqeedo.  This product increases our upper limit to an equivalent fuel burn of 26 gallons per hour.  Understanding this relationship we have set out to identify larger power catamaran yachts for conversion.  While less production models exist in this size range, many designs and custom builds do.  We identified the Zurn 60’ power catamaran as the top design in this size range.

The Zurn 60’ differs in design in a logical and functional way.  The hulls are thin and contain large wash rooms instead of small bedrooms.  The living quarters and social areas are lifted to the second and third deck providing superior views, air flow, and space for quests.  The massive top is perfect for a large solar array.  If you are interested in a yacht of this size, please contact us.

The market for luxury power catamarans in this size range is about 100-200 new boats a year, and the size of the used vessel market is much larger.  With a working model, Torqeedo is poised to capture the entire market.  As Nova Luxe has argued for over a year now, the power catamaran is perfect for electric propulsion for a few key reasons.  A large solar array can fit easily on the wide and stable catamaran.  The price point of the electric propulsion system is competitive at this size and the total speed and range is desirable to customers looking for a yacht of this type.  

Contact us with any inquires and stay posted as charter options will likely be available in October on the Nova Luxe 44.