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The Art of Sailing
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Two seating areas under the hard top and two sun pads in the cruising version of the cockpit. Once the cushions are removed from the stern, it becomes a cargo area for transporting provisions and equipment
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ith a CE rating of A, this really is a go-anywhere, anytime, in any weather kind of craft. Built in Italy by Maxi Dolphin, the Nauta Tender 48’ was
designed for an owner that wanted to boost his sailing superyacht’s versatility with a mini cruiser that itself could tick a whole string of boxes from negotiating shallow coves and coastlines to speedily ferrying guests and provisions about. The do all of that, the chase boat has twin 600 hp Cummins QSC8.3 diesels coupled with a pair of Kamewa S323/CA A3 waterjets which guarantee a very shallow draft of just 81 cm and unleash a sparky maximum speed of 37 knots. Mario Pedol’s Nauta studio has crafted a linear exterior that has a delightfully timeless elegance to it, not least because of its beautifully distributed volumes. At first glance the exterior layout is reminiscent of the functional appeal of a patrol boat, which further underscores its exceptional seakeeping prowess and go-anywhere capabilities. The cockpit was designed to ensure that guests could enjoy close contact with the surrounding environment despite the fact that it is nicely sheltered – a real plus if conditions are less than ideal. There are two symmetrical seating areas and, aft, two generous sun pads with two mahogany tables. These can open out and be raised or lowered so that can double either as dining or coffee tables. When lowered they can even convert to extra sunning areas.
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Last but very far from least, if the cushions are removed, the cockpit can be used as a cargo space to transport
Stretching 14.62 metres,
provisions to the mother ship. The deck is made from unvarnished teak and composite with metallic surfaces in
the Nauta Tender 48’
various greys that are a nice personal touch but remain very functional indeed.
makes a maximum speed
Leading-edge navigation and monitoring systems are a further demonstration of how the Nauta Tender
of 37 knots. It is powered
uncompromisingly fulfils its dual role as a working and pleasure craft. The large glazed surfaces are openable, while
by twin 600 hp Cummins
at night the windscreen can be angled forward to minimise reflections from the electronics at the steering position.
QSC8.3 engines which
Below decks has been carefully designed to make the very most of the available space. The master cabin is forward
are coupled with a pair
and followed by a galley area and an extra cabin that can be used either by crew or guests. Both cabins are en
of Kamewa S32-3/CA
suite. Once again the styling is simple, elegant and welcoming. Unusual materials such as laminated linen fibres
A3 waterjets for an ultra-
are used for the flooring and countertops. There is even a large utility area behind the pantry with a washer-dryer
shallow 81 cm draft
and a wine chiller. The construction choices made by the yard don’t just guarantee a tough, quiet ride even at high speeds but have also reduced the tender’s weight and kept its centre of gravity as high as possible.
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