Lagoon 420 equipped with Electric Motors
by Media services on 31 Aug 2006
Lagoon 420 Vicsail - copyright
http://www.vicsail.com
Lagoon is proud to announce the much anticipated release of the Lagoon 420 in September at La Rochelle Boat Show, France.
A constant leader of innovation and technological development, Lagoon has produced the first production boat in the world equipped with Electric motors. The new Lagoon 420 pioneers a new generation of sailing catamarans with this clean and ecological system.
The Principle involved:
Ø Complete installation is composed of 2 electric motors connected to propellers by straight shaft transmissions, one generator and two sets of 6 batteries;
Ø When batteries are 100% charged, the boat will be able to function with both motors;
Ø When batteries are 80% charged, the generator will automatically start, charge the batteries and provide electricity for the motors;
Ø Whilst sailing, the propellers will turn freely and charge the batteries.
The Advantages:
ü Low fuel consumption with little carbon dioxide emission
ü Runs in silence
ü Only 1 fuel engine to maintain
ü Electric motors are maintenance free
ü Energy savings: the generator provides electricity for the motors, batteries and the daily boat requirements eg air condition, power sockets, washing machine etc
Technical specifications
Design: Van Peteghem-Lauriot Prevost
Length: 12.61
Hull beam: 7.50m
Draught - deep/shallow: 1.26m
Light displacement: 11.2t
Sail Area: 98m2
Genset: 11 KVA or 13.5 KVA
Motors: Electric 2 x 10kw
Fresh water capacity: 400 litres
Fuel capacity: 325 litres
This modern and innovative Lagoon will be appreciated by sailors, families and connoisseurs alike for it comes in a 3 cabin owner’s version or 4 cabins, all with queen size beds and ample amount of heads and shower.
The steering station is part of the cockpit and all manoeuvers brought to one control station.
It has a rigid bimini that can be fully enclosed for protection, a tall rig and genoa with good overlap for fastness.
The Lagoon 420 will land on Australian shores in December 2006.
To get your glimpse of the future please contact:
Caju Barbosa
Beneteau Gold Coast
Shop 21B, Mariners Cove
60-70 Seaworld Drive
Main Beach QLD 4217
07 5531 4230
caju@vicsail.com
John Cowpe or Nicholas Bedggood
Beneteau Vicsail
D’Albora Marina
New Beach Road
Rushcutters Bay NSW 2027
02 9327 2088
info@vicsail.com
If you want to link to this article then please use this URL: www.sail-world.com/27173