When the Baltic 112 debuts this summer, her builder expects pleasing not just the owner, but also two typically opposite profiles: racer and comfort cruiser.
Finland-based Baltic emphasizes lightweight construction in all of its sailing yachts, which include semicustom 50- to 66-footers and fully custom yachts to 200 feet. To that end, the 112’s hull and deck are each comprised of carbon and aramid composite over Corecell foam. The bulkheads and structural panels are made from carbon fiber and coring materials as well. The owner of the 112, an avid racer, took a particular interest in construction and design details, including weight calculations. When completed, the 112 should displace 89 tons, with 34 tons of ballast. The owner tapped Nauta Yachts for exterior styling and Reichel-Pugh for its naval-architecture expertise.
Known for high-performance custom racers and cruising yachts, Reichel-Pugh has seen several of its designs go on to set and hold race records. The firm has also previously collaborated with Baltic Yachts. For the 112, Reichel-Pugh designed a lifting keel that permits a 5.5-meter (18-foot) draft when in place and 3.5 meters (11’5”) when up.
Nauta Yachts, on the other hand, was new to Baltic. Established as a builder in 1985, it’s been focusing on design and brokerage of sailing and power yachts since 1994. Besides styling the 112, it designed the interior, which the owner wanted to be up to superyacht standards. While he’ll likely race the 112, he also plans to enjoy downtime onboard. The saloon and dining area are raised and, as the illustration in the slideshow below shows, should therefore permit guests to take in good views. They can do the same out on deck, thanks to a seating area next to the deckhouse. Come nighttime, the main-deck master suite and three guest staterooms should suffice nicely. White leather and mahogany are among the materials being used throughout the 112’s interior.
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