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Introducing the 2012 Cruisers Yachts 48 Cantius, a luxurious motor yacht designed for an exceptional cruising experience. It harmoniously combines the comfort of a climate-controlled sedan bridge with the agile handling of an express cruiser. Here’s an overview of its impressive specifications, features, and reviews.
Specifications:
• Length Overall (LOA): 46’8" (14.80 meters)
• Beam: 14’6" (4.42 meters)
• Draft: 3’6" (1.00 meter)
• Displacement: Approximately 32,000 lb (14,515 kg)
• Fuel Capacity: 350 gallons (1,324 liters)
• Water Capacity: 80 gallons (303 liters)
• Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D6 600 IPS pod drives, 435 hp each
• Cruising Speed: 22–24 knots
• Top Speed: Approximately 30 knots
• Construction: Fiberglass hull with a planing design, reinforced with rot-free foam and glass stringers, featuring a single-piece liner from the engine room to the anchor locker.
Key Features:
• Innovative Design: The 48 Cantius showcases a groundbreaking "double salon" layout, boasting an upper salon with a helm that overlooks a spacious lower-level salon and galley, creating an atrium-like ambiance filled with natural light. Large windows, a six-foot sunroof, and triple sliding glass doors enhance the bright and airy atmosphere.
• Cockpit and Deck: The aft deck features U-shaped seating with a table, a wet bar with a refrigerator, icemaker, and grill, complemented by beautiful teak decking. Dual side gates and molded steps ensure easy access to the cockpit and side walkways. The expansive bow includes a chaise lounge, windlass, and full bow railing.
• Interior Layout:
• Upper Salon: Equipped with an entertainment center, a wet bar with a retractable TV, and a U-shaped settee with a fixed table. The helm provides 360-degree visibility and advanced controls.
• Lower Salon and Galley: A fully-equipped galley with modern appliances and an L-shaped sofa with an adjustable table. The atrium design allows natural light to flood the lower deck.
• Staterooms: Features a full-beam master stateroom midship with a queen bed and ensuite head with shower, plus a forward VIP stateroom with an island berth and ensuite head.
• Engine Room: Accessible via a cockpit hatch, it offers stand-up space, a generator with sound shield, and clearly marked mechanicals and wiring for straightforward maintenance.
• Performance: Powered by Volvo IPS pod drives, this yacht offers smooth handling, minimal bow rise during acceleration, excellent seakeeping in rough weather, and low vibrations. The IPS drives improve maneuverability at the dock and stability during turns.
Reviews and Reception:
• Design Innovation: The 48 Cantius has received acclaim for its visionary design, especially the atrium-style lower salon and extensive glass usage for natural lighting, setting a new industry standard. Reviewers appreciate its seamless blend of indoor and outdoor spaces, making it perfect for entertaining.
• Comfort and Versatility: This yacht is celebrated for merging the climate-controlled comfort of a sedan bridge with the sporty feel of an express cruiser, suitable for various climates from the Great Lakes to subtropical regions. The open layout and sunroof provide a spacious feeling, regardless of the weather.
• Build Quality: Its construction is recognized for durability, using high-quality materials such as stainless-steel fittings, isophthalic laminating resin, and methyl-methacrylate adhesives (Plexus). Hatches and lids are RTM-molded for strength and lightweight efficiency, with all mechanicals clearly labeled for maintenance.
• Performance: Testers report excellent handling, with the IPS drives simplifying docking and enabling smooth turns akin to a deep-V hull. The ride is quiet and smooth, enhancing the overall cruising experience.
• Critiques: Some reviewers suggested extending the handrails along the salon roof for improved accessibility at entry points, an issue that Cruisers plans to address. No significant flaws have been consistently noted, but trade-offs include the absence of flybridge space and high-speed performance in favor of cruising efficiency and entertaining design.
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