Waterfront: Winsome Wally

The 70 WallyPower continues the Italian boatyard’s tradition of integrating bold design with innovative technology, combining the open-air lifestyle epitomized by the WallyTender series with the aggressive hull lines of the groundbreaking 118 WallyPower.

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"Rather than concentrate on sheer speed," explains company chairman Luca Bassani, "the GRP hull was tank-tested to optimize sea holding and safety." As on the 118, Wally’s "interceptor" flaps reduce drag by raising or lowering the bow during the transition or "hump" zone when the hull changes from predominantly hydrodynamic lift to aerodynamic lift. In this way, Wally claims that the 70 can maintain 30 knots in moderate seas and a Force-4 breeze. Rolls-Royce waterjets have been chosen over surface props, which means a slight reduction in top speed but improved maneuverability and reduced vibration. (Click image to enlarge)

The deck layout is designed to provide as much space as possible for open-air living. Hence the spacious dining and seating area in the bow—unique on a boat of this size—while the aft cockpit has additional seating and two height-adjustable tables. The glass superstructure provides panoramic visibility, and a special filter layer in the glass helps screen out excessive glare and heat. (Click image to enlarge)

Three interior layouts are available, all with a loft-style salon/dining room. The Suite version, aimed at younger owners, has a large owner’s cabin occupying two-thirds of the interior space plus quarters for two crew. The Lunch Box version has an owner’s cabin, a larger galley and a crew dinette. The guest cabin is designed primarily for use as a daytime changing room. The Classic version has a three-cabin layout with crew quarters. An Open version is also available. (Click image to enlarge)

As with all Wallys, design details make all the difference: Teak decking, for instance, is used throughout to blur the distinction between inside and out. High bulwarks mean that small children can roam the deck in safety.

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Yacht Specs

Yacht Name: Wally 70
Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
Builder: Wally
Draft: 3' (0.91m)
LOA (Actual length): 67' 3" (20.50m)
LWL (Length of water line): 61' 8" (18.80m)
Displacement: 32 tons
Power: 2x MTU 10V2000 M93
Max Speed: 45 kts
Range: 650 nm  @ 45 kts
Beam: 18' 1" (5.51m)