Viking Engineers Improving A Successful Flagship
Viking Yachts has become known for pushing the boundaries of yacht manufacturing in their constant drive to build a better boat every day. In 2014, Viking celebrated their 50th anniversary with the release of their largest sportfish ever: the 92 Convertible. Seven years and twenty-one hulls later, the Viking engineers were challenged to reduce the gross weight of the popular 92 by 10% and utilize the state-of-the-art propulsion system currently found in their popular 80′ Convertible.
Plug for the Viking 90 Convertible
The enactment of new Tier III emissions regulations enforced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) influenced the Viking 90 design. The length of the Viking 90 will fall under the minimum threshold for the regulation. This means the new model will not be required to have a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system. The Viking 90 avoids the need for these complicated engine exhaust systems which further saves weight, space and operating costs.
Substantial weight savings gained by Viking’s engineering team will allow the new 90 Convertible to maximize speed, maneuverability and responsiveness. The new model features a major improvement to the layout, with the entry door for the salon being shifted starboard. This arrangement allows for aft-facing seats on the upper mezzanine instead of the previously offered forward-facing lounge.
With many updates and improvements made to the 90’s layout, there is also some familiarity to that of the 92. This includes the spacious three-level cockpit with a centerline mezzanine seating area. The 23-foot beam affords an impressive salon and galley area that includes crew quarters and a day head.
Down below is the full-beam master stateroom aft, plus four more staterooms forward, each with a private head. Also from the 92: private crew quarters aft of the engine room with private entry from the boat’s exterior.
The Viking 90 will be offered as an open bridge convertible, an enclosed bridge, or as a sky bridge. Hull number one is set to debut at the Miami International Boat Show in February of 2023. With several hulls already on order, we urge you to contact your Bluewater Yacht Sales Viking specialist for more information and to secure your production slot.
