Owners who put “toys” in “watertoys” will appreciate the philosophy of the YXT division of Lynx Yachts. Here, shadow boats and support craft are anything but fads. They’re essential complements to, and even extensions of, the yachts themselves. (“YXT” stands for “Yacht X Tender.”) Lynx Yachts built hull number one of the YXT 20 on spec, believing a number of megayacht owners embrace a similar outlook.
At 65’6” (20 meters), the YXT 20 is suited to a variety of motherships. Lynx Yachts sees the target market being between 98 and 230 feet (30 and 70 meters). Due to the way she’s outfitted, a number of uses are possible. Eighteen feet (5.5 meters) of beam on deck, and 484 square feet (45 square meters) of usable outside deck at that, are at your disposal. The aft davit, which doubles as a passarelle, and the primary davit forward each spin 360 degrees, have a 16-foot (5-meter) reach, and can lift 1.7 tons.
Further stowage awaits inside the YXT 20, a total of 1,059 cubic feet (30 cubic meters). Equally important, there’s standing headroom in the stowage areas. The four-person crew who can stay aboard will thank you and Lynx Yachts for that. They’ll additionally appreciate having a crew mess, plus a laundry room.
Because Lynx Yachts envisions different owners having different desires, it suggests a few configurations for one particular stowage area, accessible from the main deck. Long-range cruisers can turn it into a roomful of refrigerators, for example. Wine connoisseurs can outfit it as a wine cellar. Those who like cruising with big groups can turn it into a cabin. Further ideas include a spa and a gym.
Regardless, Franck Darnet Design and Lynx Yachts want the YXT 20 to truly harmonize with the mothership. That’s why wood paneling and soles are yours for the choosing inside, from the crew cabins to guest areas. It’s also why teak covers the exterior stairs and first 13 feet (4 meters) of deck space.
The YXT 20 should be equally adept at following you on your adventures or scouting locations well in advance. The steel-hulled vessel sees a best range of 900 nautical miles under twin 715-hp Cummins diesels.
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