The Propulsion System
As part of the latest upgrades, the hybrid propulsion system has been replaced with a more efficient industrial-grade hydraulic propulsion system. This consists of twin V8 marine diesel engines, providing a total of 740hp. ENATA has conducted extensive research to further minimise the drag of the torpedoes powering the Foiler, which has led to a significant increase in speed and efficiency.
The new propulsion system is exceptionally quiet; you would be surprised by the very low and futuristic sound of this new vehicle. This is the whisper of a new breed of flying yachts!
To be both light and strong, the yacht is built using carbon fibre. At the touch of a button, the hydrofoils are completely retracted so the Foiler can be used as a normal yacht, giving you the option to sail in waters as shallow as 60cm, dock at a pontoon and is compact enough to be stored inside a superyacht.
The 2020 ENATA Foiler – Where and how?
The yacht will be on display at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show in October.
You can read more about this revolutionary boat on the official website here.
Photo of the 2019/2020 version: Guillaume Plisson.
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