baylabayla3288
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I thought I owe you an update as the forum's expert advice in closing the deal was invaluable. So how did the new for me Ferretti 480 or Alexandra perform? In short, flawlessly! We have done approx 800 NM since Itook ownership in the end of June. Alexandra has proven to meet my expectations regarding comfort with good accomodations in the 3 cabins and spacious salon, good performance and very low noise levels all over the boat. The MAN engines also run very clean, I have not washed the transom a single time! Also the fuel consumption is reasonable for a craft above 20 tons with more than 1200 hp installed. Typically I measure 5,5 - 6 l/NM between fill ups. We normally cruise between 20 to 26 knots (1500 - 1800 RPM) but the whole speed range from tick over to 26 is very usable all day and there is plenty of power for acceleration and climbingthe waves. The boat slices nicely through steep and high inshore waves and offshore the boat is pushing through with stability and comfort. When the limit closes one can still maintain 15 knots with a flat running angle against the wind. The top speed is slightly above 30 knots. I would have expected a bit more but the prop setup is clearly optimized for cruising speed with very large5 bladed wheels. The overall running feels very relaxed. The engines are slightly under revving at the top with 2150rpm (should be 2200), this needs to be addressed. The stability both at rest and under way is very good, there is very seldom a need to touch the tabs which btw are wired the oppositeway compared to most boats (the right switch moves the right tab etc). Also the large amount of technical systems have worked trouble free.
Some pictures below. Note the deep and sharp bow entry. Also the height of my old boat (Phantom 38) is almost the same as the Ferretti but the Ferretti is almost one meter wider.
Some pictures below. Note the deep and sharp bow entry. Also the height of my old boat (Phantom 38) is almost the same as the Ferretti but the Ferretti is almost one meter wider.
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