The third 27.4-meter motor yacht from the Arksen 85 explorer series has been listed for sale by Sam Tucker of Moravia Yachting, with delivery expected in 2026. The vessel will be available for purchase 18 months after signing the contract.Building on the success of the first two yachts in the series, Mamaluna (delivered in 2023) and the second Arksen 85 (scheduled for delivery this year), the third hull is being constructed in aluminium to a design by Humphreys Yacht Design, with interiors by Design Unlimited. Production is taking place at the UK-based Wight Shipyard, owned by Ocea.The Arksen 85 accommodates up to eight guests in four cabins or six guests in three cabins, including a full-beam master suite. All cabins are located on the lower deck, with the option for additional berths. The yacht can operate with minimal crew, with quarters available for two or four crew depending on requirements.Functionality and sustainability are central to the Arksen 85's design, reflected in its versatile interiors and carefully selected materials. Worktops in the galley are made from recycled plastics, and upholstery uses waste fashion fibers or recovered ocean plastics. However, the interior design is highly customizable to meet client preferences.On the main deck, the Arksen 85 features an open-plan lounge and galley with direct deck access, a lobby, and a dayhead, with stairs leading to the bridge deck. Here, guests will find a second saloon and a study area. Outside, the yacht offers an al fresco dining setup, an aft deck lounge, and additional bench seating forward of the bridge. The Arksen 85 is highly customizable, with options for accessories such as cranes, stabilization booms, and storage for a large tender and water toys.The yacht's aft deck is reinforced to handle weights of up to 4,000 kg, making it suitable for vehicles or submersibles. Brokers emphasize that each Arksen vessel is designed for global exploration, offering confidence, comfort, independence, and efficiency characteristic of modern long-range cruising yachts. The Arksen 85 can reach top speeds of 14 knots and cruising speeds of 12 knots, with an exploratory range of 7,000 nautical miles.Credit: Arksen
March 11, 2025