Chasing a
Bullet
By Andrea Sculati
High performance and all-Italian design result in an innovative
vessel reminiscent of the ultimate grand tourers of the automobile
world.
The core concept underlying the new Revolver 44GT is the idea
of transferring the qualities of a grand touring car to the sea. The
result is an elite, high performance vessel with exciting sporty
lines, comfort and safety, and an optimal range for long crossings.
The Revolver 44GT showcases a unique and revolutionary mix of
“power & cruise”, under the banner of sophisticated design. It is
the perfect balance of luxury, avant-garde technology, and innovation. The result is simply breathtaking!
The new Revolver 44GT is first and foremost a powerful, high
performance boat. However, it is not a "normal" powerboat; it is
an impressive display of raw power and speed, great range, functionality, and comfort. All of this has been made possible by the
technical choices made by the Revolver technical team, starting
with the two Cummins diesel 550 HP engines paired with Arneson
Surface Drives.
The GT has distinctive features throughout including the deployable rear air vents reminiscent of high-end cars from the 1960s
and the bow with original LED lights built into the protective and
powerful fender rail that defines the profile.
The exteriors are by Alberto Mancini (AM Yacht Design), a young
but already acclaimed Italian designer. The interiors are by Michael Peters (MPYD - Michael Peters Yacht Design) and represent
an evolution over the 42R, introducing new stylistic elements to
ensure the Revolver 44GT is even more innovative and cutting
edge. Mancini wanted to emphasize that unmistakable dynamic
quality, referencing car design in the exterior lines as well as interior detailing.
The interior layout focuses on the large central structure that
houses the control panel and helm station. This has been significantly modified from the sporty 42R for a new sense of symmetry and sophisticated convenience, in true automotive style. The
separate captain and co-captain seats are custom designed with
a carbon look and are both comfortable and functional. The ergonomic central console between them houses the control panel,
including large, latest-generation Garmin touch screens for navigation. The helm station has an integrated dual monitoring system, for greater security, that also interfaces with the navigation
screens. And of course, there is an iPad dock station that controls
the multi-zone HIFI system for the different areas of the vessel.
Behind the helm station there are four passenger chairs that pick
up on the aesthetics of the captain and co-captain chairs.
Another key feature of the 44GT is air conditioning (thanks to the
5.0 KW generator), no minor detail for a boat whose distinctive
elements include a spectacular glass roof (electronically operable)
as well as a rear glass door that opens up (hiding away in the
engine room). The whole operation happens wirelessly and only
takes a few seconds. Opening and closing the glass roof by remote control is practical, fast, and dramatic.
Below deck, in the bow, there is a large perimeter sofa that can
be converted into a double bed by folding down the table, as
well as a kitchen and minibar. A surprising feature is the spacious
bathroom with "rain shower" with unusually high ceilings for this
class of boat.
The sporty look is perfectly mirrored by the high performance of
this grand tourer of the sea. The new Revolver 44GT is equipped
with two diesel Cummins 550 HP engines each paired with Arneson Surface Drives. These ensure great agility and flexibility as
well as performance and high cruising speed. Revolver 44GT can
easily exceed a maximum speed of 50 knots in total comfort and
safety.
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0 FOCUS of SWFL 2014