Rupert Holmes takes a look at the all new Moana M35\u2019 WRC which in its Extreme Base specification resembles an offshore shorthanded racer, such as a Figaro 3 The Moana M35\u2019 WRC is a water-ballasted design with a rotating bowsprit that is available in several different formats, each of which can be further customised to meet owner\u2019s requirements. It can also be optimised to suit the requirements of IRC, ORC and Open rating systems.
\nA very powerful hull shape is allied to a deep 2.7m draught keel, giving enormous stability. Alternatively, a canting keel is offered as an option, as are foils.
\nThe Extreme Base specification offers a very stripped-out solo or double-handed raceboat with a minimal Figaro 3-style interior at the base of the companionway. The Race Base version is still race oriented, but uses more of the hull\u2019s length for accommodation. This has space for a full crew and enough comfort for occasional cruising use. There\u2019s also a Comfort option with a fully-fitted lightweight interior for fast cruising.
\nEverything about the boat is configured for serious offshore use. For instance, there\u2019s a crash box forward and a fully watertight bulkhead ahead of the rudders. Equally, the large coachroof provides buoyancy when inverted, which increases the angle of vanishing stability. Rudders are transom mounted and designed to be easily replaced at sea.
\nAlthough not shown on the drawings, the cockpit is designed to be fitted with a fabric sprayhood, or an IMOCA-style hard cover to give the crew additional protection.
\n\u201cWe believe a standard M35\u2019 WRC with Extreme interior, a skilled and trained crew on board, racing in an OSTAR, TWOSTAR, ARC, Middle Sea Race, or your area championship\u2026 can win its class and leave behind a lot of bigger boats,\u201d says the vastly experienced Vittorio Malingri, a previous Vend\u00e9e Globe skipper and the general manager of the Italian yard.
\nMalingri and Moana Bluewater Yachts have built over 130 yachts since 1982 and its Carbon Line team in Fano is a key lamination supplier for many big brands of motoryachts.
\nMoana M35\u2019 WRC specifications
\nLOA: 10.66m \/ 35ft 0in
\nLWL: 10.01m \/ 32ft 10in
\nBeam: 4.00m \/ 13ft 1in
\nDraught: 2.70m \/ 8ft 10in
\nDisplacement: 3,000kg \/ 6,600lb
\nPrice: Extreme Base from \u20ac220,000 ex VAT.
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Rupert Holmes takes a look at the all new Moana M35\u2019 WRC which in its Extreme Base specification resembles an offshore shorthanded racer, such as a Figaro 3 The Moana M35\u2019 WRC is a water-ballasted design with a rotating bowsprit … <\/p>\n