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Sunseeker Predator 82. Photograph ©Sunseeker. (Click image to enlarge)

Sunseeker Predator 82
The dynamic Predator 82 is a recent addition to Sunseeker’s motor yacht range. With an elegant swept-back profile, impressive performance and opulent interior, she is the ideal yacht for those who enjoy living a fast-paced life in style. Her sleek exterior and power options—twin diesel engines driving either Arneson surface drives or shafts—make this 82-foot racer capable of speeds up to 45 knots. An innovative rotating glass sunroof invites the outside in for alfresco entertaining on the patio dining area. The entire lower deck is dedicated to the ensuite accommodations for eight, highlighted by a plush master stateroom aft with an adjoined shower room and walk-in dressing area. A bathing platform and garage house a Jet Ski or tender for on-the-water fun. www.sunseeker.com

Mangusta 80
The Rodriguez Group’s Mangusta range is known for having the largest and fastest open yachts on the market. The yacht series, produced by Rodriguez in conjunction with the Overmarine shipyard, now includes six models from 72 to 130 feet. Toward the lower end of this range is the Mangusta 80, two hulls of which (Hip and M 65) will be shown in Fort Lauderdale. The 80-foot speedster features a large cockpit with space for family and friends, a private sun deck up front and a luxurious interior. Guests are housed in three lower-deck staterooms, including the aft VIP, aft twin and the forward owner’s cabin with split head. Power from two 16V2000 MTU M92s paired with Arneson surface drives skim her over the waves at 42 knots. www.rodriguezgroup.com, www.overmarine.it (Click image to enlarge)

Outer Reef 80
The first hull of Outer Reef’s new 80-foot pilothouse motor yacht debuted its timeless appeal that comes from having a look that is both classic and stylish at the Palm Beach Boat Show. The Florida builder will show Hull No. 2 in Fort Lauderdale. Designed to suit an experienced cruising couple, the Outer Reef 80 is the ultimate in cruising vessels and caters to those clients who prefer a small crew. Along with the spacious master amidships, the 80 offers two guest staterooms forward. An added crew galley and aft lounge accommodate a professional crew. Two 1,000-hp C18 Cats give her a top speed of 18 knots and a range of 2,000 nautical miles when cruising at 15 knots. Optional 1,600-hp engines are available for those who seek higher performance. www.outerreefyachts.com (Click image to enlarge)

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Ferretti 780. Photograph by Guido Cantini. (Click image to enlarge)

Marlow Explorer 78E
The new Marlow Explorer 78E features a custom interior that took the craftsmen at Marlow’s Norseman Shipyard an additional 10,000 man-hours to complete. Detailed woodwork is the highlight of this 83-foot Explorer. Near-perfect joinery and curved cabinet doors carved from a single block of exotic wood highlight the high-gloss interior elements. She is one of the first yachts to employ Marlow’s innovative new Full Stack Infusion process, which uses the most modern construction materials to create a strong hull at a fraction of the weight. The 78E performed well in sea trials, hitting speeds over 30 knots. An optional third Yanmar engine alone can power the yacht, reducing running costs and extending maintenance intervals for the mains. www.marlowyachts.com (Click image to enlarge)

Hatteras 77 Convertible
Hatteras Yachts achieves a level of flexibility normally unique to larger luxury yachts with its new 77 Convertible. Appealing to cruisers and sportfishermen alike due to her customer-driven interior layout options and industry-leading specifications, she is ahead of her class. Featuring an LOA just under 77 feet, she has a 22-foot beam and shallow, five-foot draft. Inside, her plush lower deck has four available floor plans, two of which expand upon the master in lieu of crew quarters. Meanwhile, the 192-square-foot cockpit can accommodate a varied combination of storage tubs, freezers and bait wells. The galley includes wraparound granite countertops and optional chilled wine storage. Twin 2,400-hp MTUs push the fiberglass hull and superstructure to 34 knots. www.hatterasyachts.com (Click image to enlarge)

Lazzara LSX Quad 75
For 50 years, Lazzara Yachts has built luxurious and innovative yachts from 68 to 110 feet, but its latest addition cannot be measured in such simple terms. The 77-foot LSX Quad 75 redefines the term "control" by putting the pilot in close contact with the sea. In lieu of a traditional helm, the 75 uses a simple joystick that allows enough control for forward, backward and lateral movement, thanks to Volvo Penta’s IPS. The IPS system boasts four separate engines that power eight forward-facing props, a configuration that yields a top speed of 35 knots while using minimal fuel. Meanwhile, the specially tailored hull works with the system to provide an incredibly stable and comfortable ride. The modern interiors of the 75’s four guest staterooms house four couples. www.lazzarayachts.com (Click image to enlarge)

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