Superyacht design studio Lazzarini Design has presented its latest concept; a 25-metre solar-powered amphibious catamaran.
Named Pagurus, after the Latin for crab, the yacht is inspired by the shape of a giant crab and was originally conceived as a military vehicle.
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Key features include dual propellers and twin 890hp diesel engines for a top speed of 24 knots. Screw cylinders sit along the Ьottom of the twin steel hulls, which recharge the yacht batteries while sailing.
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The solar panelling on the yacht’s exterior provides a full electric sailing mode with a range of six to seven hours at a speed of five knots.
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The cylinders also transform the Pagurus into an amphibious vehicle by lowering 60cm when reaching land, allowing the yacht to move across sand or mud terrain.
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The living areas on board are found inside the two hulls, which are connected via a bridge tower deck station. The hulls can include two to three cabins, a kitchen and toilet.
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Total accommodation on board is for eight guests and four crew members.
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The amphibious reinforced steel version of the design is estimated to сoѕt around €24 million, with a construction time of two years.