The Sunseeker London Group made a special visit to the Sunseeker International shipyard recently to check the progress of the new 86 Yacht in build, ahead of her launch this Spring.

The 86 Yacht hull #1 on the production line at the Sunseeker International shipyard
The 86 Yacht hull #1 on the production line at the Sunseeker International shipyard

Many people don’t realise the extent of planning that goes into the production of a Sunseeker motor yacht. At the Sunseeker International Technological Centre, where thousands of in-house processes take place from custom lamination to electrical ream wiring, the design teams produce a full-size wooden mock-up of a new Sunseeker model before it enters the production phase. Not only does this allow the design to be visualised, but it gives both client and broker the opportunity to get a true feel for the yacht’s interior space.

The Sunseeker Blog Book has exclusive images of the 86 Yacht’s interior mock-up from the recent site visit – scroll down for an idea of what to expect when the real 86 Yacht is released!

This full-size mock up of the Saloon gives a fantastic insight into what the real thing will look like
This full-size mock up of the Saloon gives a fantastic insight into what the ‘real thing’ will look like

The Saloon of the 86 Yacht is designed to create a “large yacht” feel. Similar to the 28 Metre, the new addition to the Yacht range will incorporate structural wrap-around glass windows and an optional balcony, both of which will filter plenty of natural light into the main deck and offer panoramic views from the Saloon. The open plan layout also adds to the very spacious feel. Guests can relax in the Lounge area to the aft, which is furnished with copious amounts of seating. The centralised Dining Area (seen below) is more akin to the largest yachts of the Sunseeker range, seating 8 guests around the table comfortably.

Emulating a 'large yacht' style, the Saloon and Dining area of the 86 Yacht focuses on space and light - with an optional balcony, wrap around glass, plentiful seating and a large centralised dining table for 8 guests
Emulating a ‘large yacht’ style, the Saloon and Dining area of the 86 Yacht focuses on space and light – with an optional balcony, wrap around glass, plentiful seating and a large centralised dining table

The Galley of the 86 Yacht is different to anything we have seen before, featuring a breakfast bar for a more informal dining option. Its open nature is inviting and offers the Owner an alternative area for entertaining.

The breakfast bar style galley introduces a new design to the Sunseeker range
The breakfast bar style galley introduces a new design to the Sunseeker range

As and when required however, the space can also be fully closed off for culinary preparation by a sliding door arrangement.

Open walkways allow for easy movement for guests and crew alike around the 86 Yacht
Open walkways allow for easy movement for guests and crew alike around the 86 Yacht

The 86 Yacht’s accommodation has also been designed with space in mind. Luxurious, large and importantly en-suite, 4 Guest Cabins are cleverly positioned on the Lower Deck to maximise the yacht’s layout. The Forward VIP Cabin has its own separate access and lobby, which not only offers more private accommodation, but also allows for the Master Cabin to be brought to Midships due to the additional staircase.

Located at Midships, the Master Cabin is located at the most stable and quiet part of the yacht
Located at Midships, the Master Cabin is located at the most stable and quiet part of the yacht

Located at the quietest and most stable part of the boat, away from the engine bulkhead, the Owner’s Cabin promises ultimate comfort with an aft facing King Size double bed, generous dressing room, vanity table and seating area.

The Master Cabin is one of 4 cabins on board the new 86 Yacht, accommodating 8 guests and 3 crew in total
The Master Cabin is one of 4 cabins on board the new 86 Yacht, which accommodates 8 guests and 3 crew in total

The expansive hull windows, which stretch from the Aft Twin Guest Cabins to the Master Ensuite, will illuminate the Lower Deck and provide uninhibited views of the yacht’s surroundings.

The 86 Yacht boasts two Twin Guest Cabins which can convert to Doubles as desired
The 86 Yacht boasts two Twin Guest Cabins which can convert to Doubles as required

The Aft Twin Guest Cabins, located to Port and Starboard, offer flexible accommodation for all guest arrangements – friends, couples, families – as the single beds can convert to doubles as and when desired.

Situated to Port and Starboard, the Twin Guest Cabins are comfortable and spacious
Situated to Port and Starboard, the Twin Guest Cabins are comfortable and spacious

Each accompanied by an en-suite bathroom with full size shower, sink and WC, Guest Cabins onboard the 86 Yacht are extremely well-appointed.

Each of the 4 Cabins have their on Ensuite Bathroom for maximum comfort
Each of the 4 Cabins have their own en-suite Bathroom for maximum comfort

The upcoming release of the 86 Yacht is a very exciting one for Sunseeker. Introducing new concepts and state-of-the-art technology, the model will particularly revolutionise longer distance cruising. Equipped with an 11,000 litre fuel tank and a newly designed hull, which offers a more stable ride at slower speeds due to a flattened stern, the 86 Yacht has a phenomenal cruising range of 1500 NM at 10 knots, with a possible maximum speed of 31 knots. Promising cruising and performance, space and luxury, the 86 Yacht truly offers the best of all Worlds!

The new Sunseeker 86 Yacht promises a revolutionary design for extended cruising
The new Sunseeker 86 Yacht promises a revolutionary design for extended cruising

Principal Characteristics:

Classification – CE (Cat B) / MCA <24m
Length overall (incl. pulpit and transom platform)  – 26.30m / 86’ 3”
Length hull (ISO 8666) – 23.95m / 78’ 7”
Beam (maximum) – 6.47m / 21’ 3”
Draft (@ full load incl. props) – 1.95m / 6’ 5”
Displacement (@ half load) – 67,000kg / 147,400lb
Fuel capacity – 11,000 litres / 2,907 US gal
Fresh water capacity – 1,400 litres / 370 US gal
Black water capacity – 435 litres / 115 US gal
Generators (standard) – 2 x 25kW @ 50Hz 230v single phase (Euro)
Propulsion – Twin fixed-pitch propellers
Engine options – up to 3850PS (total)
Maximum speed – up to 31 knots*
Cruising speed – up to 24 knots*

Standard GA Layout: The Sunseeker 86 Yacht
Standard GA Layout: The Sunseeker 86 Yacht

For more information on the 86 Yacht, including availability and purchase options, please contact your nearest Sunseeker London Group office:

Sunseeker London | 36 Davies Street | Mayfair | London | W1K 4NF | +44 (0) 207 355 0980 | info@sunseekerlondon.com

Sunseeker Poole | Sunseeker Wharf | West Quay Road | Poole | Dorset | BH15 1HW | +44 (0) 1202 666 060 | info@sunseekerpoole.com

Sunseeker Southampton | Swanwick Marina | Bridge Road | Swanwick | Southampton | SO31 1ZL | +44 (0) 1489 854 892 | info@sunseekersouthampton.com

Sunseeker Torquay | Torquay Marina | Torquay | Devon | TQ2 5EQ | +44 (0) 1803 293 939 | info@sunseekertorquay.com

Sunseeker Cheshire | Booths Hall | Chelford Road | Knutsford | WA16 8QZ | +44 (0) 1565 757864 | info@sunseekercheshire.com

Sunseeker Channel Islands | Unit 10 | Le Caplaine House | Castle Quay | St Helier | Jersey | JE2 8WF | +44 (0) 1534 768 888 | sales@sunseekerchannelislands.com

Sunseeker Ireland | MGM Boats | Old Coastguard Station | Coal Harbour | DunLaoghaire | Co. Dublin | Ireland | +353 872 770 291 | gerry@mgmboats.com

Sunseeker Beaulieu | Port de Plaisance | 06310 Beaulieu Sur Mer | France | +33 (0) 493 76 48 48 | beaulieu@sunseeker.fr

Sunseeker Cannes | Port Camille Rayon | 21-22 Quai Nord | 06220 Golfe Juan | France | +33 (0) 493 33 17 17 | info@sunseekercannes.com

Sunseeker La Napoule | Port de Plaisance | 06210 Mandelieu – La Napoule | +33 (0) 493 93 67 67 | lanapoule@sunseeker.fr

Sunseeker Monaco 11 Rue Grimaldi | MC 98000 | Monaco | +377 9777 5777 | nigel@sunseeker.mc

Sunseeker Hellas | 15 Poseidonos  Aven. &  2  Davaki  Str. | Alimos 17455 | Greece | +30 2109843822 | info@sunseeker-hellas.gr

Sunseeker Turkey | Haydar Aliyev Cad. No:174 / 4 | Tarabya | 34457 Istanbul | Turkey | +(90) 212 257 0030 | info@sunseekerturkey.com

Sunseeker Cyprus | 4 Maximou | Michaelides Street | Offices 46-53 | 3106 | Limassol | Cyprus | +357 22586752 | e.symeonides@pilakoutasgroup.com.cy

Sunseeker Spain | Aeroclub 59 | 17487 Empuriabrava | Spain | +34 (0) 97 24 56 098 | info@sunseekerspain.es

Sunseeker Ibiza | Marina Botafoch | Local 309 | 07800 Ibiza | Spain | +34 (0) 971 191 622 | ibiza@sunseekerspain.es

Sunseeker Mallorca | Local 2 | Port Adriano | 07180 Calvia | El Toro | Mallorca | Spain | +34 971 23 28 20 | info@sunseeker-mallorca.es