Silent-Yachts adds new hybrid model in collaboration with VisionF Yachts

Silent-Yachts has unveiled its 24-metre, full-aluminium hybrid catamaran in collaboration with VisionF Yachts.

In comparison to the Silent 80, the Silent VisionF 82 is slightly longer but less beamy, with more space on the foredeck which has a sunken lounge area.

The aluminium construction grants a new level of flexibility regarding the layout. Various accommodation options in the two hulls are available, but the standard arrangement offers a large master suite of nearly 18 sqm, as well as three ensuite guest cabins, one of which can double as an office space.

“The Silent VisionF 82, is a fantastic yacht that will combine the best of both worlds and we are very excited about the first boat due to be finished later this year,” says Silent-Yachts founder and CEO Michael Köhler.

The extended flybridge is fitted with a large solar array like other Silent yachts to provide electrical energy that can be stored in a lithium-ion battery bank (160 kWh) to power all the household appliances on board. This provides a noiseless experience without compromise when anchoring in a bay or docked in a marina, with zero emissions.

The new yacht will be equipped with a parallel hybrid drive train but a fully electric version is also available. The parallel hybrid system will offer three different driving modes: electric, hybrid and power as a normal option.

In hybrid mode, the system will automatically select the electric motor, the diesel engine or both, depending on factors such as speed and battery state. In power mode, both the diesel engine and electric motor will be engaged to boost acceleration and speed.

The system provides sustainable, electric power at low speeds or at anchor, but faster transits under conventional power.

“The aim of our collaboration with VisionF Yachts is to share our expertise and know-how in order to support other manufacturers,” continues Köhler. “Tesla did something similar by opening up their patents and making the technology available to everyone. Similarly, we are very keen to share information about our propulsion systems to help guide the yachting industry towards a more sustainable future.”

The news follows the Austrian shipyard’s recent announcement about a major restructuring.