Pershing is less than a month from the initial launch of its newest megayacht model, the Pershing 82.
The construction photo here shows work still to be done, so imagine seeing her complete with a silver paint job gracing both the superstructure and the hull. That should make the styling of Fulvio de Simoni, Pershing’s longtime collaborator, and the Ferretti Group’s own in-house teams look even more sleek and speedy.
One of the biggest differences between the Pershing 82 and the Pershing 80, the megayacht model she’s replacing, is the inclusion of a sundeck. Whereas the Pershing 80 had alfresco enjoyment strictly on the main deck, the Pershing 82 adds usable space up top. An automated sliding hatch and drop-down set of stairs yield access. Here, you’ll find a large sunpad and lounges flanking an extra helm. If the weather is inclement, or some other reason leads to the sundeck not being used, the disappearing stairs mean you can still use the entire main aft deck.
Otherwise some of the features remain the same. You still get four staterooms aboard the Pershing 82: the master, a VIP, and two twin cabins. All feature LEDs rather than incandescent lights. Two crew cabins are optional; some Pershing buyers, especially Americans, like to run their yachts themselves.
Something some American buyers will be surprised to see, though, is the galley below decks. As we’ve explained in other stories on Megayacht News, this is an increasing trend aboard Italian-built megayachts. Since the first Pershing 82 is being marketed in Europe, debuting at the Cannes boat show in September, it remains to be seen if changes will be made for the first model to debut stateside, likely next year.
Regardless, Pershing buyers of all nationalities will appreciate the Pershing 82 remaining focused on speed. The builder anticipates a 45-knot top end, with power from twin 2,400-hp MTUs coupled to Rolla surface-piercing props. Cruise speed is expected to be a healthy 40 knots. Pershing is further equipping the Pershing 82 with its proprietary Autotrim system. The builder says Autotrim automatically adjusts the yacht to the sea conditions and determines the best fuel consumption throughout the speed range.
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