Silent-Yachts launches first 62- 3-Deck solar electric catamaran
Italian shipyard Silent-Yachts has launched its first Silent 62- 3-Deck solar electric catamaran at its facility in Fano, Italy. It's an upgraded version of the popular Silent 60, with an extended hull and a third deck instead of a traditional flybridge.
Some highlights of the first Silent 62 3-Deck
-The first Silent 62 3-Deck features a spacious open deck, perfect for outdoor gatherings and dining.
-With 5+1 cabins and 6 bathrooms, it can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests.
-The third deck comes in three options: open sky lounge, closed sky lounge, and sealed owner's suite, all with a front exit for easy access to the foredeck.
-Like its predecessors, the Silent 62 3-Deck prioritizes eco-friendly design with its ultra-efficient solar electric drivetrain.
-It boasts a solar array of 16.8 kWp, twin 180 kW E-motors, a 286 kWh Lithium-ion battery pack, and a 145 kW Peak range extender.
-She has a cruising speed of 6-8 knots and trans-oceanic range capabilities.
Short specifications
Solar array: 16.8 kWp
Daily energy generation: approx. 100 kWh
LOA: 62 ft (18.88 m)
Beam: 29.5 ft (8.99 m)
Draft: 4.1 ft (1,34 m)
Certification: CE A
Light displacement: 42.6 tons
Water: 2 x 1000 L
Fuel: 2 x 950 L
Version: 3-deck, front exit
Cabins: 5+1 cabins / 6 bathrooms
Powertrain
E-motors: 2 x 340 kW peak, 2 x 180 kW continuous
Lithium battery: 286 kWh
Range extender: 145 kW Peak (100 kW continuous)
Cruising speed: 6-8 knots
Photos - Alessandro Guerrieri
