Ultra lightweight 34m (111’) sailing yacht RAVEN, from Baltic Yachts, has been spotted on sea trials after her launch in Finland last month. Naval architecture and engineering are credited to Botin Partners and PURE Design respectively, who have both designed for the America’s Cup, with the overall design concept by Jarkko Jämsen.
Sailing yacht RAVEN on sea trials
She has been designed for day sailing but is equipped for high-speed, long distance expeditions as well and can accommodate six guests in her three cabins. Her key feature is two large T-shaped hydrofoils mounted on hydraulically controlled side arms, capable of supporting some of the boat’s displacement.
Superyacht RAVEN
Focussing on weight reduction by using unconventional design and construction has created a contemporary look with an industrial aesthetic. Rattan and 3-D printed carbon elements sit alongside light-weight glass in the ensuites plus Perspex and carbon-composite cockpit design.
Luxury yacht RAVEN rendered image
Sailing yacht RAVEN‘s rig and sail plan is similar to that of a conventional performance maxi with a single Southern Spars carbon mast and a suite of North Sails 3Di sails. She is equipped with twin Yanmar generators and a Swiss Phi-Power AG electric propulsion motor. This includes a retractable propeller designed with carbon blades and a titanium hub to complete her drive train.
Her sea trials and modifications continue before deliver to her owner.
