The German shipyard YYachts has started construction of its first Y8 equipped with a hybrid propulsion system. The 80-foot sailing yacht will feature a hybrid solution supplied by Yanmar, combining a conventional diesel engine with an electric drive.
According to the yard, the system allows the yacht to operate either under diesel power or in electric mode, depending on operational requirements. In electric mode, the vessel runs on lithium batteries, enabling low-noise operation and locally emission-free manoeuvring, for example in harbours or at anchor.
The hybrid installation can be charged via shore power and supplemented by onboard solar energy. In addition, the diesel engine is approved for operation with HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), a renewable fuel intended to reduce lifecycle CO2 emissions compared to conventional marine diesel.
System control and monitoring are handled via a digital interface that displays propulsion status, energy flow and battery levels.
The Y8 is designed as a performance-oriented sailing yacht with a focus on long-range capability and spacious interiors. With a minimalist exterior design and a light-filled saloon, the model combines sailing performance with cruising comfort. The newbuild marks the first time YYachts has implemented a hybrid propulsion concept in this size segment.
- Length over all (LOA): 23.99 m (80 foot)
- Bow Sprit Extension: 25.99 m
- Length Waterline (LWL): 22.13 m
- Draft (fixed keel): 4.30 m
- optional fixed keel: 3.70 m
- Beam: 6.58 m
- Displacement (Light ship)approx.: 38.50 t
- Ballast (fixed): approx. 12.90 t
- Ballast (telescopic): approx. 12.50 t
- Ballast (shallow draft): approx. 13.80 t
- Engine: Yanmar 4LV195; 143 kW
- Fuel Tank Capacity: ca. 1300 l
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity: ca. 1300 l
- Black Water Tank Capacity: ca. 320 l
- Mainsail Area: approx. 179 m²
- Self-tacking jib Area: approx. 146 m²
- Code 0 Area: approx. 245 m²
- Gennaker Area: approx. 517 m²
