Italian yacht builder ISA and German design firm Egg & Dart join forces on a relatively new design, an Explorer 58-meter superyacht called “Ranger”. Egg & Dart are actually handling both the exterior and interior designs while ISA will build the vessel.
The 58M Ranger is an Explorer styled yacht but also will be that in nature. A vessel that will be utilitarian in the storage of a number of tender, toys, and practical equipment for exploring. A dive station with full suite of dive equipment will be available. Wing stations for watching whales and other sea life are also built into the design.
Fighting chairs for extreme fishing are perched on the stern of the yacht below and aft of the helipad. On the transom of the yacht there is a platform that hydraulically swings down to serve as a base for swimming from, easy access to the water. Further forward in the hull another shell door can fold down to become a terrace on the water.
The vessel design is classed Lloyds Register +100 AI SSC LMC UMS MCA.
2 x Caterpillar 3516B marine engines are the prospect engine package to make their way onboard. Top speed with these set are estimated to be around 16.5 with cruising speed a knot-and-a-half slower. The range at 14-knots is a very respectable 6,000 nautical miles. Ranger’s angular, yet contemporary design makes a stylish and very utilitarian platform for exploring.
The design and the construction of the Ranger is just functional, highest safety and comfort is basic principle of this Explorer. This yacht is made for exploring the world with lifestyle and luxury on board and an elegant, timeless and exterior with Modalern lines but classic touch.
One of the main features is the Bridge Deck and Observation Deck with Research Area and Office, Library and Seating Area next to the Wheelhouse, Whale Watching Stations and inside and outside Observation Seating. This feature gives all passengers the opportunity to be an active part of the exploring trip.While sailing, the guests can do research about their environment and explore flora and fauna of their route. Gear like sport fishing chairs, diving equipment, whale watching stations and separate vehicles like an helicopter, an All-Terrain Vehicle (MB G-Class), and light weight Akoya Airplane, As on all Yachts designed by Egg and Dart enough space for crew guarantees perfect service and safety on board while guest can enjoy nature with lifestyle full of luxury.
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Source: Egg and Dart, November 4, 2011