ROCK yachts in Turkey is now building a new 78-foot “compact explorer” yacht, designed by the Dutch firm Vripack with a range of 3,000 nm.
ROCK says the 78, like its other models, is an SUV of the water, in this case meaning “sea utility vessel.” Indeed, Vripack designed the company’s first model, an 85-footer, with lines meant to evoke those of a Ranger Rover. “Vripack introduced us to the concept of an SUV yacht and it was love at first sight,” says Ali Sayakci, who owns the company.
The steel and aluminum 85 (pictured above) was launched at the Cannes Yachting Festival in 2018, with a range of 3,000 nm at 9 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. Mark Meier Von Strenght, the owner of that boat, says he’s cruised more than 16,000 nm since then, “and we have experienced every kind of weather and never felt unsafe, even in 70 knots of wind and four-meter-high waves.”
ROCKs are meant for the growing explorer-yacht market. The top of the line is a BIG ROCK 140.
The new 78 will also have a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. With two 1,000-hp CATs, the cruising speed is 12 knots; top speed, 15 knots.
The accommodations will have room for eight guests, with the owner’s stateroom on the main deck. Large windows will provide panoramic views there. Three more cabins, a double and two twins, are on the lower deck. The upper bridge deck is meant for relaxing and al fresco dining.
The ROCK 78 is an eco-friendly yacht, equipped with Mastervolt lithium-ion batteries. They provide enough power to run the air conditioning, stabilizers, and hotel systems so the generator can be turned off at night.
All systems on board can be controlled by a wireless alarm monitoring system for safety. Humphree fin stabilizers and interceptors will provide a comfortable ride underway.
ROCK is part of Evadne Yachts in Turkey.
Specs.: LOA: 78’; Beam: 21’3”; Draft: 5’9”; Disp.: 102 tons; Fuel: 3,170 gals.; Water: NA; Power: 2×1,000-hp CAT C12.9 diesels.
Read more at http://suvclassrock.com and http://evadneyachts.com
