Arcadia Sherpa successful debut

Arcadia Sherpa successful debut at Boot Dusseldorf 16

Arcadia Yachts has the pleasure to announce that all new entry model SHERPA was officially on display for its world premiere during the 2016 edition of Boot Dusseldorf (23-31 January 2016) with the Open Deck super structure/two cabin internal layout – HALL 6 – stand A21.

The production of the entry level SHERPA is part of the recent extension of Arcadia Yachts’ GRP range. Together with the Arcadia 100 (presently under construction), the yard’s GRP family line is as follows: SHERPA – ARCADIA 85 – ARCADIA 85S – ARCADIA 100 – ARCADIA 115. All models are built using dedicated molds, one for each model. In addition, the yard will unveil details about production plans for full-displacement steel/aluminum yachts from 135′ up to 150′.

ARCADIA SHERPA PRODUCTION UPDATES
Arcadia Sherpa hull #01 – demo boat. Arcadia Sherpa made her official debut in Dusseldorf Boot 2016with an Open Deck superstructure/two cabin internal layout. The yacht is built for Mediterranean cruising. This specific version/layout is actually the most requested.
Arcadia Sherpa hull #02 -Lamination of Sherpa hull #2 started in September 2015 and completed the first decade of December 2015. Launch is scheduled for spring 2016. At this time there are several and serious negotiations on this unit form different countries.

ARCADIA SHERPA – KEY FACTS
– 16.80m LOA with an exceptional 5.60m beam
– Unexpected storage spaces – SHERPA’s tender garage guarantees an unusual volume for this size yacht. AREA: 13 square meters / 140 square feet – VOLUME: 7 cube meters / 247 cube feet
– High efficiency NPL hull improved by new technical solutions adopted as the result of studies conducted in partnership between Arcadia’s technical department and Volvo Penta
– Two different superstructures options: Open deck and Salon deck- Extremely flexible layout: one, two and three cabin versions –Sherpa has been designed to get the maximum in layout flexibility
– A 41 square meter (441 square feet) cockpit – the same as the Arcadia 85
– Convertible Sport flying-bridge “easy-to-close” upper deck area with automatic up/down window system
– At full displacement a speed of 12 knots, with a consumption of apx. 43 liters/hour
– 4KW of solar panel energy
– Waste water treatment
– Eco antifouling

SHERPA is a “forward thinking design yacht”. A 16.8m yacht with an exceptional 5.60m beam. A compact size with all the key features of larger yachts in the same range: exterior/interior spaces, a high-performance and efficient hull, well lit and modern interiors. SHERPA can be favorably compared with much larger yachts(65 ft) by its LWL (15.53m) and beam (5.60m) as no extra lengths are considered (bathing platforms and bow rake) because still included in the hull shape. The efficient length to beam ratio of the specific NPL hull also contributes to an upgraded yacht size for SHERPA. The incredible volume of the yacht is certainly a winning factor for potential clients of this size and range.

FLEXIBILITY AND LAYOUT
One of the primary objectives of Arcadia SHERPA was to obtain the maximum in lay out flexibility. The yard offers a series of configurations according to different needs: day cruiser, shadow boat, support vessel for seafront villas or mega-yachts, mini yacht, day boat, fisherman, etc. There are two super structure options: open deck and salon deck. SHERPA also offers several interior layouts with one, two or three cabin.

Open boat version with main deck free of any furniture can be configured as support vessel for seafront villas or mega-yachts. If an owner needs a boat for a daily use, an open deck configuration with a single owners cabin would be preferred. If short or long cruising is the desired use, an owner with a young family would adapt a two or three cabin layout.

– Single cabin version – owner suite
A spacious owner’s suite includes a modular salon/lounge area with sliding panels that create different spaces and a walk-in closet with access to the full beam width bathroom.
– Two cabin version
With this variation, in addition to the spacious owner’s suite with walk-in closet and access to the full beam width bathroom, the second cabin has a full two meter headroom throughout, two side by side berths and a practical bathroom with separate shower for guests.
– Three cabin version
The three cabin version of the new Arcadia model has the owner’s king size berth forward, with a spacious bathroom and separate shower. Both guest cabins have two meter headroom throughout and a shared bathroom with access from the corridor. Sherpa also offers the possibility of a crew cabin.
-For the Asian market

SHERPA was also designed with the Asian market in mind, answering the market’s request for ample shaded areas with the salon deck version. There is also a special version with an even enlarger shaded veranda.

AN INNOVATIVE CONVERTIBLE SPORT FLYING BRIDGE
Arcadia SHERPA features a new concept in sport flying-bridges: the “Easy to-close” flying-bridge that converts into a closed deck, completely protected by side windows that can be raised and lowered, just as in automobiles. The whole upper-deck area, since it is air-conditioned, becomes much more flexible and functional in any weather condition: in very hot climes or in bad weather when closed, or left open to the air as per any traditional flying-bridge.