ARCADIA YACHTS – the innovative and unique “eco-friendly” Italian shipyard has the pleasure to announce the successful delivery of ARCADIA 85 in its TROPICAL edition at Casa de Campo – Dominican Republic. This is the very first ARCADIA yacht to arrive in one of the most exclusive Caribbean yacht location – thanks to the largest and established Dominican Republic brokerage group.
The layout and the functional living concepts of ARCADIA 85 are the result of a construction evolution: the linear design of the superstructure and the vertical line of the bow allow a better use of every single available internal and external space. Living capacity is wider than other yachts of the same“nominal” length. The uniqueness of ARCADIA’s project is finding in the design solution to integrate solar panels into a yacht with navigation performance.
Yard’s passion for solar technology and clean mobility is finally expressed in this 25,9 m length and 7,15 m width yacht equipped with approx. 40 sqm of photo voltaic panels each composed of hundreds of high performance solar cells.The electricity produced through these panels has a maximum power of approx. 4 kw. That’s how and where any ARCADIA yacht get alternative energy for equipment on board such as refrigerators,ice makers, audio-video system, satellite TV antenna, etc. and switch-off the power generators while at anchor in a bay during the daylight.
The design of ARCADIA 85 reflects simple and understated styling with an harmonious blend between the indoor and outdoor areas. Her deck house has been made almost entirely out of double layered reflecting glass, giving the interior a bright and airy feel. The sliding over-head and lateral blinds can provide privacy and shade, as required by the owner and his guests once in port or in bay. ARCADIA 85 impressive external aft-deck lounge of approx 47 sqm features a well protected cockpit, perfect for dining, as well as large sunbathing area towards the stern of the yacht.
ARCADIA 85 is a semi-planning yacht. Its particular hull (NPL) is named after the National Physical Laboratory of England where tests were conducted to determine the best shape hull and the best ratio length-beam in terms of hydrodynamic efficiency. Studies and tests were implemented by ARCADIA’s technical department as well as hull shape – prior to adopt the NPL as ARCADIA’s Hulls with the result of excellent sea keeping qualities and noise reduction for an exceptional comfort while cruising or at anchor.
The advanced semi-planning hull which allows efficient performances together with the very light superstructure in stainless steel significantly reduces weight and fuel consumption and related running costs of its (relatively to her volumes) low-power engines.
The 25,9 metre ARCADIA 85 has a full load displacement of 67 tons. She is powered by twin MAN diesels R6-730 hp each, giving her the maximum speed of 18 knots and she can comfortably cruise at the speed of 16.5 knots, as well as 12.0 knots. Her range is approx 950 NM @12.0 knots.
ARCADIA 85 TROPICAL Edition “bullet points”Compared to the MED version, here some changes on the TROPICAL version of ARCADIA 85.
Technical aspects
· Generators enhanced to support more powerful air conditioning (n.2 25 KW Kohler)
· Powered Air conditioning system (180.000 Btu/h CONDARIA)
· Insulation increased to improve the on board comfort according to warmer and more humide climate
Design / Layout Aspects
·Interiors and exteriors solutions adapted to the needs of the Caribbean market.
·Open-spaced galley to the dining area of main salon as special request from the Carribean and US market
.Vip cabin with dressing area
·Washing machine/dryer cabinet located in the guest cabins corridor
ARCADIA 85 is designed to be a family yacht, which combines different exterior functions in one single deck, giving guests more possibility to spend time together. While interiors profit by the advanced aesthetic sensation of “open space” and closer contact with nature thanks to the full “floor-to-ceiling” windows.
This yacht has four guest cabins at the lower deck, including the spectacular owner’s cabin admin ship of approx 32,5 sqm. The room is unusually large with a stunningly beautiful en suite head. The large VIP cabin forward (15,5 sqm) is fitted with double bed and dressing. And there are also two more twin cabins with direct access to a dedicated head each. The bow of the yacht offers space for 4 of crew, which can be accessed through the wheel-house. A remarkable space has been assigned to the crew and technical areas, including the tender garage where, in the Yachts that just reached the Dominica Republic, a3,85 mt tender is easily stored and handled.
ARCADIA 85 main saloon is over 32 sqm and has been designed to provided distinct separation between the internal lounge and the dining area. On top of the main saloon size, to reinforce the possibility of living outside, the aft deck(47 sqm) offer a very good protection against the elements and the 14,4 sqm fore sundeck area represents a further choice to guests to spend most of the time in full contact with nature. The interior of the yacht features modern furniture by well known best of “made in Italy” design brands, such as Poltrone Frau and Cassina. Almost all the interiors are composed of loose pieces of furniture, thus giving the option of modular layouts. In this version, ARCADIA 85 has an open-spaced galley to the dining area. Access to the wheelhouse is on the left side.
