This New Superyacht Concept Resembles the US Navy Zumwalt Class Destroyers
Superyachts are taking on more appealing designs from modern concepts to retro World War II inspired designs. This new superyacht concept from Franco Gnessi of Dynaship Yacht Design takes inspiration from vessels of the World War II era. While some may say it bears a striking resembles to the US Navy Zumwalt class destroyers and that makes a lot of sense when we understand that the Zumwalt class destroyers design takes inspiration from hull designs that has been around for over 70 years.
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The Diamond 58 superyacht as it is named is a 190-foot vessel with a hull inspired by World War II warships. The razor-sharp bow has a wave-piercing effect and slices through the water more efficiently that conventional bow designs. The vessel is being built by Damen shipyards which holds the license for the bow design and is the first shipyard to incorporate the new axe bow design on it yachts.
Reportedly superyachts with the axe bow design that are less than 262 feet in length are more efficient than vessels of the same length with conventional bow designs. To supplement the efficiency of the vessel’s hull design, the Diamond 58 is fitted with a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system that can achieve cruising speeds of 28 knots.
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With the vessel possessing an antiquated, yet highly efficient bow design, it’s exterior appearance is remarkable nonetheless with bold lines and chiseled corners. Naturally, as with any superyacht of this magnitude, its chock full of all the latest luxury amenities for its billionaire owner to enjoy.
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There are Jacuzzis, a helipad, and a garage to hold large tenders and other toys of interest to the owner. Additionally, there are fold down side terraces aft that increase the size of the beach club surface area, a large pool and a hydraulic platform for diving off into the ocean.
