ERICA XII.
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ERICA XII
Erica XII combines the graceful lines of early 20th-century yachts with a modern underwater body and next-generation sloop rig to ensure fast and comfortable sailing at all times. Her sleek and well-balanced lines in combination with a modern rig provide this magnificent yacht with the ultimate performance hull, both speedwise and in terms of comfort.
Erica XII carries an impressive sail area, which is so well balanced with the hull that she can be manually steered in all winds. Downwind her a-symmetric code sail offers truly impressive power. Erica’s traditional woodwork on deck generates a magnificently warm atmosphere. The beautiful cladded deckhouses and skylights are the epitome of traditional craftsmanship.
LIFE ON DECK
The focal point of living on a yacht of this size and magnitude is always the deck. Carefully located seating areas are spread across the vast expanse and offer a variety of places to lounge, dine, party, socialise and sunbathe. Every conceivable activity has been incorporated. Especially when at sea, the heart of the action revolves around the main cockpit. Here we find the two primary steering positions, an arrangement that ensures guests feel actively involved in the sailing and all that transpires on deck. Forward of the main deckhouse is a smaller cockpit. Half sunk into the deck, this offers a private sanctuary for the crew. This cockpit also contains a remote steering position, which can be used by the crew in special occasions. Aft of the owners’ deckhouse is an area designed for their private use. Hidden away in deck lockers when not used, two treadmills offer the chance to stay trim in the open.
The steering helms have a central position in the main cockpit. Here we see modern sailing superyacht technology seamlessly blended with bespoke classic wood work. Sophisticated cable steering give this 178 ft yacht a direct helm feeling that is rarely found on vessels of this size.
In the evening the well-lit cockpit offers a true al fresco salon. The permanent bimini provides shade in the sun and protection against all the elements at other times. There is space for comfortable lounging as well as dining, with various areas of the vast cockpit each having their own functionality.
INTERIOR
The interior design was a team effort between the owners, interior designers, yard and interior decorators. Descending from the deck into the main deckhouse one reaches a combined seating/dining area, which can also be used for working and socializing. To the starboard side is a bar with dedicated stools. A dedicated dining space is found on the starboard side, with a lounging zone to port that doubles as a television area.
Forward of this area is an office and a gym. A moving panel between the gym and lounging area allows people to watch TV while exercising. The four guest cabins and the owners’ stateroom are situated in the aft part of the yacht and finished in the same style and ambience. Mahogany tones merge with traditional lines to create a warm atmosphere.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Type
Classic sloop
Design
Hoek Design Naval Architects BV
Interior Design
Redman Whiteley Dixon Ltd.
Owners’ Representative
Marine Construction Management / Nigel Ingram
Length over all
52.5 meter (172 ft)
Length waterline
36.8 meter (121 ft)
Beam
9.5 meter
(31 ft)
Draught
4.6 meter
(15 ft)
Ballast
85 ton
Displacement lightship
305 ton
Hull / Superstructure
Aluminium
Exterior paint system
Awl-grip
Classification
ABS: ✠A1 Commercial Yachting Service, AMS / MCA: LY2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Caterpillar C32, V12
Power
820 kW @ 2100 rpm
Gearbox
Mekanord 400 HS / LS, ratio 3.5:1
Shaft & propeller
Korsør controllable pitch, CP-19RS, 4-blade
Bow- & sternthruster
OYS hydraulic 100kW, swing
Fuel tank capacity
25.000 litres
Water tank capacity
7.200 litres
Generator
2 x Northern Lights, 90kW common-rail
Spar
Marten Spars infurling boom,
58.6 meter (192 ft) above maindeck
Main mast
I : 58.6 meter
(192 ft)
P: 55.0 meter
(180 ft)
J: 19.5 meter
(64 ft)
E: 21.4 meter
Sails
- Main sail
- Yankee (113%) 610 m²
- Staysail
- MPS
(70 ft) 657 m² 252 m² 1475 m²
VITTERS SHIPYARD
We are builders of amongst the finest sailing and motor yachts being produced today. The emphasis is on delivering superior quality in the finished yacht, providing seamless support to Owner and crew after the yacht is delivered and incorporating the lessons learned from every yacht into every subsequent project, all while maintaining a competitive commercial position. Situated on the original Dutch coastline, now in the heart of the country, Vitters continues to take advantage of the area’s longstanding boat building traditions. We employ the best local craftsman and also utilize the strong infrastructure of specialist technical companies that continues to grow in support of the Dutch yacht building industry. The priorities are to always try to better the quality of the build while at the same time improving efficiency and always looking for the simpler, more reliable technical solutions. Of course Owners are the first and most important ingredient of every yacht building project. Every Owner has a unique vision and so each project provides unique challenges. We in turn challenges the engineering and construction team to fulfill the Owner’s vision and at the same time to deliver a strong, safe and practical superyacht; complying with the usual external regulatory bodies. The quality and track record of Vitters’ f leet bears testament to the success of this approach.
SARRISSA.
MARIE.
LADY B.
2011
2010
2009
138 ft sailing yacht
180 ft sailing yacht
147 ft sailing yacht
CINDERELLA | V.
ERICA X ||.
NIRVANA.
2009
2009
2007
128 ft sailing yacht
172 ft sailing yacht
176 ft sailing yacht
MYSTÈRE.
ADÈLE.
GHOST.
2006
2005
2005
140 ft sailing yacht
180 ft sailing yacht
122 ft sailing yacht
GIMLÄ.
WHIRLAWAY.
RED DRAGON.
2004
2003
2002
140 ft sailing yacht
140 ft sailing yacht
140 ft sailing yacht
TIMONEER.
THAT’S Y.
JULES VERNE.
2001
2000
2000
147 ft sailing yacht
100 ft sailing yacht
61 ft motor yacht
APHRODITE 2.
MARGUERITE.
DARDANELLA.
1999
1999
1998
142 ft sailing yacht
92 ft sailing yacht
121 ft motor yacht
TIMELESS.
FELICITA.
NINEMIA.
1997
1996
1995
100 ft motor yacht
73 ft sailing yacht
96 ft motor yacht
CAVO D’ORO.
TINTAGEL.
CAMELIA.
1995
1994
1994
59 ft motor yacht
55 ft sailing yacht
96 ft sailing yacht
THALIA.
APHRODITE 1.
1994
1993
159 ft sailing yacht
93.6 ft sailing yacht
CREDITS
Photography
- Albert Brunsting, Meppel, The Netherlands - Tom Nitsch Images, Hamburg, Germany
Concept, design and layout
- Oranja, Meppel, The Netherlands
Printed by
- Ten Brink, Meppel, The Netherlands
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