The XS in Rapido 53XS means a wider (and thus heavier) coachroof, however that makes a distinction!
Designed by multihull supremos Morelli & Melvin, the Rapido 53XS is a turbo tri with correct dwelling areas and three double cabins for snug lengthy intervals or passages aboard. Certainly this primary instance was commissioned by an ex-Neel 47 proprietor who wished higher efficiency.
This can be a turbo tri with correct dwelling areas. Picture: Robin Christol
Following the Rapido 53XS launch from the Triac Composites yard in Vietnam earlier this yr, supply skipper Diego Moreno had simply sailed it to the present through the Suez Canal (fairly the shakedown voyage), so might vouch for its efficiency. Speeds within the mid 20-knots are achievable, which is a wee bit sooner than you’d need or have to go on any cruising yacht! Such blistering tempo is achieved by means of a full carbon construct, deep carbon C-foil daggerboards and, on this primary instance Picomole, a rotating carbon mast. Strict and central weight administration, which incorporates the engine positioned proper by the mast base, all performs its half.
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The proprietor wished reefing strains led again to the cockpit and an UpSideUp anti-capsize system, which makes for a busy keyboard of operating rigging and clutches across the pedestal. It additionally has a full race sails package deal.
Racing plans for this primary 53XS embody the Center Sea Race and Aegean 600, the place it’ll certainly have the most effective mixture of velocity and luxury within the fleet. Picture: Robin Christol
Having a double berth on the principle deck reverse the saloon on the Rapido 53XS, not in contrast to a Neel, is a gamechanger, as is the massive ahead going through navstation. Moreno stated his selection spot was the pilot berth above the saloon couch, likely a extra restful place on passage than the doubles fore or aft.
Racing plans for this primary Rapido 53XS embody the Center Sea Race and Aegean 600, the place it’ll certainly have the most effective mixture of velocity and luxury within the fleet. All that carbon comes at a value although – $1.75m ex VAT. rapidotrimarans.com
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