The technical launch of the 50m/165’ Hybrid Tankoa S502 Elettra is on schedule at the Genoa shipyard.
Following final fit out and dock trials, the yacht will undergo intensive sea trials prior to delivery to her European owner, in time for the summer season. ELETTRA HYBRID SYSTEM. In Hybrid Mode, one of the two main engines shaft generates the needed electrical power to run the second electric motor for propulsion and hotel needs. At 12 knots, the yacht will have a cruising range of approx. 4,000 nm. In this mode, the two diesel generators are simply shuted down during navigation.
In Traditional Mode, the yacht can sail at 16,5 knots using both main diesel engines for propulsion and a diesel generator feeding the hotel loads. In this case, the variable speed generators self-adjust their rotation speed to the required load. In Full-Speed Mode, with both main engines and generators supplying power to the two electric motors and feeding the hotel loads, the yacht will reach a top speed in excess of 18 knots.
THE INTERIORS
The interior design is by Francesco Paszkowski Design in collaboration with Magherita Casprini and combines light and modern tones with an abundance of natural materials. Elettra’s lower deck will be equipped with a gym and beach club, two VIP cabins with king-size beds and two guest cabins with twin berths, plus crew quarters and service areas.
On main deck, the cockpit comes with an oversized sun bed, U-shaped sofa, coffee tables and bar. The interior offers a spacious saloon, dining room, galley, and superb master suite with office and lounge equipped with fold-down terrace to starboard and a large openable window to port. The upper deck has been designed around spacious entertainment areas for guest’s relaxation, with a dining table and access to the comfortable sky lounge. The foredeck includes a solarium and open-air lounge, all designed to offer maximum privacy. The fly deck provides ample spaces and comfort with sofas, sun-beds, up & down tables, bar and a generous Jacuzzi.
S502 ELETTRA – SPECIFICATIONS
Hull type: Displacement -Twin-Screw Motor Yacht
Classification: Lloyd’s (MCA LY3)
Hull construction: Aluminium
Superstructure: Aluminium
Project engineer: Studio Francesco Rogantin & Tankoa Technical Office
Exterior Designer: Francesco Paszkowski Design
Interior Designer: F. Paszkowski & M. Casprini
