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Compared to a traditional diesel engine arrangement, the hybrid power and propulsion system is quieter and more fuel efficient. In addition, it offers
cost-reducing benefits and flexible power management, as the yacht can be operated in four different cruising modes:
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Hybrid mode: up to 9 knots at noise levels of just 46dB,
shaft motors of 127kW each quietly power the yacht. The
benefits are silent cruising and higher manoeuvrability in close
quarters.
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equivalent to soft rain! Two water-cooled DC electric
Economic Mode: 9-12 knots with main engines on and
generators off. Ideal for longer passages, the economic mode
comes with few interesting perks – frugal fuel consumption (at
12 knots the yacht burns just 98 litres per hour) and extended generator service life.
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Cruising Mode: 12-15 knots. This is the traditional mode, where
provide the hotel load.
the diesel engines drive the yacht’s propellers and the generators
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Boost Mode: to achieve the max speed 16.3 knots, the generator-
engines to give an extra kick of power.
powered shaft motors are brought into service alongside the main
Electra’s technological heart is wrapped in a contemporary design package
that comes in just below the 500GT threshold. Frank Laupman of Omega
Architects created a bold exterior design where aesthetics meet functionality.
The vertical bow with spray rails is not only on-trend, it also serves a practical
purpose by providing progressive buoyancy when carving through waves. The bow shape also means the crew accommodation can be set further forward.
Twelve guests are accommodated in five lower deck suites and a master state-
room located on the main deck forward. The interior design is by Cristiano
Gatto, whose décor integrates organic shapes and emphasizes the indoor-
outdoor connection with deep and low furniture, allowing the guests to fully enjoy the panoramic vistas from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Project Electra is available for delivery in April 2020. For more information visit: www.heesenyachts.com
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