A feast for the eyes and a pleasure for those who will be onboard at sea, Custom Line 120’ bursts onto the nautical scene with the explosive force of new innovations that are sure to leave their mark.
The newest member of the brand’s planing line reimagines and combines stylistic elements from automotive design and residential architecture, with the addition of in-depth research aimed at enhancing the shapes and volumes.
Produced in collaboration with the Ferretti Group Strategic Product Committee, headed by engineer Piero Ferrari, and the Engineering Department, it is the first Custom Line yacht to bear the signature of Francesco Paczkowski Design. An array of new key features is included, starting with the design of the hull, with its bottom lines being characterized likewise of a bow. The aim is simple, reducing the resistance.
The hull design is inspired by aerodynamics used for racing boats, with particular attention and care given to the production of the frame to ensure the maximum strength without increasing any subsequent weight. In addition, expert use of carbon in the superstructure made it possible to achieve an elegant design of the part of the flybridge that extends toward the bow without the need for supporting props in the cockpit.
EXTERIOR DESIGN
The design presents an aesthetic standard based on perfectly clean lines and forms, which created a coherent unity between the exterior and interior design. The profile is sleek and powerful: taut lines run from stern to bow, creating a spectacular view of streak lines and colours over the light structural surfaces and dark tinted windows. The hull windows are large and give wider views, and floor-to-ceiling windows on the main deck offer direct contact with the sea, thanks to pulpits that take the place of the traditional gunwales. The side windows on the flybridge make it possible to have a well-sheltered panoramic sun deck enabling a majestic view.
COCKPIT AND INTERIORS OF THE MAIN DECK
The cockpit features a versatile glass door that gives access to the lounge. It is inclined at a 45° angle, in addition to the usual slide opening doors of the two glass panels, it has a tilting mechanism so that it can be raised completely whilst it inflicts into the ceiling. Developed in conjunction with Mecaer Aviation Group, a company that works in the aeronautical industry, the door makes it possible to join the cockpit area to the lounge to create a single environment of more than 80 sq m (861 sq ft) furniture covered in teak, with curtains that can be utilized for parting. Another outstanding aspect is the elevation of the lounge floor, which uses a floating floor to provide an unparalleled view of the sea. The design is inspired by the tenets of luxury residential interior designs and proposes, among other elements: – support columns that incorporate lighting, audio, and air-conditioning systems – the large central lounge, fitted with wide, tall side windows that create an effect of greater viewing angle with the sea is also available.
Behind the formal dining zone, the lobby gives access towards the walkway through a large glass door, as well as the decks below and to the mastersuite. From the opposite wall, there is access to the pantry – also accessible from the outside – and then the galley, from which the crew quarters below can be reached out to. The pantry also gives access to the navigation bridge. Here, the captain can use the LOOP integrated bridge system created in conjunction with Naviop-Simrad, which has touchscreens installed seamlessly into the dashboard, creating a single direct interface with the ship functions, and enabling total control. The wide design of owner’s suite measuring over 35 sq. m is outfitted with a separate dressing room and full-fledged bathroom equipped with dual facilities, vanity, and a central shower. On request, the owner can also have a panoramic terrace installed.
LOWER DECK
There are 4 guest cabins on the lower deck. The 2 VIP cabins come with a feature for the special arrangement of the beds, which face the bulwark to make the view maximum from the hull windows. The two forward cabins have single beds, to which a pullman bed can be added. All the cabins have an en-suite bathroom with separate shower. The crew quarters in the front includes a large dinette, captain’s cabin with desk and private bathroom, a hostess cabin, and two double cabins for the sailors, all with private bathrooms and separate showers.
EXTERNAL AREAS
The comfort of a flybridge and the sportiness of a coupé also blends wonderfully on the sun deck, it sports a panoramic space to enjoy in complete privacy. It features a relaxation area with whirlpool tub and free-standing furniture’s which can be protected from the sun thanks to a retractable Bimini top equipped with a skylight. An innovative concept which enables a direct connection from the flybridge to the zone in front by means of lateral corridors with additional access from the monkey bridge. This feature makes it possible to have a single large deck of 100 sq. m. Two sun pads at the sides of the walkway lead to the foredeck, furnished with a large dinette. At the stern, the patented DMT – Dual Mode Transom system is implemented with the installation of two hatches that conceal the stairs to the cockpit when the ship is cruising, provides an exceptionally clean aesthetic look. When the ship is stopped, the stairs pass through the garage door, allowing guests to climb aboard. From the garage, a tender of up to 5.65 meters and a three-person jet ski can be lowered into the water. Consistent with the Custom Line tradition, there is another garage forward, which can be used to store a 3.25 m tender or a jet ski.
TECHNOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE
Custom Line 120’ is installed with a pair of MTU 16V 2000 M96L engine that generates 2,638 MHP, allowing a cruising speed of 21 knots and top speed of 25 knots (preliminary data). An interesting option is the economical cruising speed of 11 knots, with a range of up to 1100 nautical miles (preliminary data). Comfort is also guaranteed when the ship is at anchor, thanks to the standard installation of di electro-hydraulic stabilizing fins, offering both underway and zero speed modes. The utmost attention has also been given to acoustic comfort in order to reduce the impact of engines and generators during navigation and at roadstead: Custom Line 120’ features a floating floor and supplementary thermal insulation between the bulkheads and in the ceilings.
Custom Line is a brand of Ferretti Group, a world leader in the design, construction and sale of motor yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of prestigious and exclusive brands: Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN and Custom Line.
