There’s something exciting cooking in the construction sheds at Turkish yachtbuilder VisionF – and it’s set to become one of the fastest boat ever built, capable of hitting an eye-watering 80 knots. For context, that’s about 92 miles per hour.
That won’t be the yacht’s usual speed, this will just be its maximum capacity. But, 80 knots will make this boat one of the fastest on the water, rivalling the 84 mph of the current title holder for yachts above 80 feet. Blink and you’ll miss it…
The yacht is in build in Istanbul, Turkey at catamaran specialist shipyard VisionF. The new boat marks a stark departure from the builder’s usual multihull remit, but it still carries the brand’s DNA for bold, convention-defying designs (VisionF also built a baby pink catamaran, after all).
The first 46-feet (or 14 meter) unit is nearly complete and is scheduled for its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025.
The new powerboat is aptly named the Superfast 46. It’s engineered for high-performance boating, combining lightweight carbon fiber construction with advanced infusion and vacuum bagging techniques. The result is a boat built for speed, agility and strength. Strength is crucial when building hyper-fast boats, this new model aims to solve the issue with this innovation combination of construction techniques.
Powering the Superfast 46 are two Mercury 450 HP Racing Sportmaster engines. These are integrated with a VesselView 903 system, which provides real-time performance data to help the yacht’s captain understand and anticipate the yacht’s performance. Handling is made easy thanks to precision hydraulic steering, a 6-inch electric hydraulic jackplate, and some optional extras to help support the yacht’s maneuverability.
With a 3.7-metre beam and a shallow draft of just 0.47 metres, the Superfast 46 maintains stability while offering impressive responsiveness. The design includes a carbon fiber spoiler, a custom carbon dashboard, and a high-gloss gelcoat finish.
Inside, the seating is crafted with premium upholstery and features a shock-absorbing system that enhances comfort – something that’s critical when you’re zipping along at such high speeds.
The 600-liter fuel capacity offers up to two hours of high-speed cruising. Navigation and safety systems include a Garmin 19-inch (1623 XSV) display and pop-up navigation lights. The boat also comes with options for rear and anchor cameras, giving a future yacht owner plenty of scope to tailor the boat to their needs.
Speed may be the main modus operandi of the boat, but entertainment is also a key focus. A marine-grade audio system enhances the onboard experience, delivering powerful sound through four 6.5-inch speakers, a 10-inch subwoofer, and the MS-RA770 stereo head unit.
Meanwhile, Superfast 46 also has a nice-sized cockpit seating area with a windshield for protection from the elements and a cooler for drinks. And of course, the colour scheme, black and crimson, complements the yacht’s fast personality.
Alongside the Superfast 46, VisionF Yachts continues to expand its portfolio with eight models currently in production. These include the fully-electric GRP VisionF and the VisionF 155.
Held every September in the glittering heart of the French Riviera, the Cannes Boat Show is one of the world’s most prestigious and eagerly anticipated boat shows in the calendar. Since 1977, it has brought together the finest launches of the last year.
The Superfast 46 will sit alongside the creme da la creme of the yachting sector, from tenders and dayboats to supersized new motor yachts, sleek sailing boats and older second-hand yachts. Catch her, if you can…