USA: Viking Yachts Company Introduces New Model Viking 50 Convertible

Like all new Vikings, the idea to build a 50 Convertible started with a clean sheet of paper and hundreds of ideas from our design department and tournament fishing teams. That form clearly drives function with this model is evident in its breathtaking sheer line.

With power-assisted hydraulic steering and electronic engine controls, the Viking 50 Convertible responds with the reflexes of a gold medalist Olympian and is a joy to handle. Standard power is MAN CRM 1,100 mhp diesels and with a standard fuel load will provide 32 knot cruise speeds and a top end of 36 knots depending upon prevailing conditions and the sea state. An optional power package with MAN CRM 1,360 mhp engines also is available to increase the cruise speed to 36 knots and to provide a top end of 40 knots depending upon load and existing conditions. Fuel capacity is 1,000 gallons, and an auxiliary tank can increase capacity to 1,200 gallons. Fuel, as well as water and waste tanks are made of fiberglass by Viking technicians with our exclusive resin infusion process and are designed to mirror the hull bottom for maximum draw from the tank capacity. Tanks are mounted low to maintain the boat’s center of gravity and are fiberglassed into place to contribute additional strength to the hull structure.

Specifications

Length Overall (LOA): 50′ 6″ (15.39 m)

Beam: 17′ 0″ (5.18 m)

Draft: 4′ 10″ (1.47 m)

Gross Weight*: 66,500 lbs. (30,164 k)

Fuel Capacity: 1,000 gals. (3,785 ltrs)

Water Capacity: 175 gals. (662 ltrs)

Cockpit Area: 132 sq. ft. (N/A)

Power Options

• MAN / V8 1200CRM 1200 MHP

• MAN / V12 1360CRM 1360 MHP

• MAN / V12 1400CRM 1400 MHP

• MAN / V10 1100CRM 1100 MHP Base

• CAT / C18 1150 MHP

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Source: vikingyachts, September 16, 2011;