Virgin Atlantic Challenger 2 1986 Boats for Sale & Yachts
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Virgin Atlantic Challenger Boats Review and Specs
Year: 1986Manufacturer: Meridian Marine
Price: £250,000
(US$392,475)
VIRGIN ATLANTIC CHALLENGER 2 Commissioned by Richard Branson in 1986 for the historic Blue Riband Transatlantic Challenge, VAC 2 was successful in taking the record for the fastest crossing. Built by Lowestoft Boatyard in the UK using hull and propulsion designs by Sony Levi, the Aluminium Delta Hull and Superstructure with twin MTU and Levi Surface Drives develop 4000hp giving the vessel a top speed of 52 knots. The craft is fitted out in original Virgin Airways Cabin Livery and Upholstery. Built to a very high standard with all instrumentation functioning and is equipped with Automatic Flotation System, Automatic Fire Extinguishing System, Dual Helm Positions with Twin Radar System. Everything is in very good original condition. This is a truly original part of British Maritime history that has only been used for 800 hours. Full specifications, copy of current survey are available to genuine interested parties. 72? LOA/ 26? Beam 2x MTU 396 2000HP MTU Gearbox/ Shaft Levi Surface Drives 52 knots 52 tonne weight 12.5 Tonne Fuel Tanks Please look at the following links for historical news: https://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/june/29/newsid_2520000/2520929.stm https://www.solarnavigator.net/history/virgin_atlantic_challenger.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Branson
Hull Material |
Aluminum |
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