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Elan GT6 Explorer
Begunje 1,
4275 Begunje na Gorenjskem,
Slovenia
+386 4 53 51 109
https://www.elan-yachts.com/en/yacht-lines/gt-line/elan-gt6-explorer
Description
For those with an untamed heart and a soul that yearns for the vast, endless expanse of the open sea, the Elan GT6 X, aptly named the Explorer, isn’t just another yacht. It’s the embodiment of two worlds: the wild beauty of nature and the opulent luxury of man’s finest creation. The Explorer offers long journeys across waters, along with a voyage through life's myriad of emotions and experiences. It represents a journey where every sunrise is a promise and every sunset, a collection of unforgettable memories. Embarking on adventures with the Explorer bestows a sense of achievement that few other experiences can match, offering a purpose and infusing every moment with profound meaning.
Mediterranean Approach to Blue-Water Cruising
Further enriching its legacy, the Elan GT6’s Mediterranean roots shine through in the Explorer's cockpit layout. This design places sailors closer to the water and when the weather permits, strenghtens their connection with the environment. This offers a more involved experience in contrast to the elevated vantage of centre cockpit yachts of traditional bluewater cruisers, while still offering safe and covered areas with high coamings, integrated sprayhood arch and bimini. By incorporating this Mediterranean-inspired style, the Explorer brings a touch of “joie de vivre” philosophy to waters across the globe, uniting the charm of al-fresco lifestyle with modern-day cruising luxuries.
At the heart of the GT6 X lies its design foundation: the 3D VAIL (3D Vacuum Assisted Infusion Lamination) hull technology. This amalgamation not only strengthens the entire structure but bestows upon it unparalleled rigidity. Read more about 3D VAIL
The equipment and features aboard the GT6 X are meticulously selected to ensure reliability, functionality, and ease of use. The additional forestay, coupled with reinforcements and a pad eye, empowers sailors to deploy a staysail, enhancing sailing versatility. An integrated self-tacking track provides smooth short-handed manouvers, thereby simplifying the sailing process. The laminated bulkheads, both in the bow and aft, have been fortified to be watertight, ensuring the utmost protection against water ingress.
Range and Autonomy
Range and autonomy are paramount for a bluewater cruising yacht of this type. As sailors venture into the vast, open expanses of the oceans, they seek the assurance of a vessel that can sustain extended journeys.
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500 L fuel tank capacity
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6x 140 Ah service batteries, extendable to LiPo4 option
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Solar panel array up to 1187 Wp
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100 L/h water maker
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Generator up to 6400 W
TechnicalSpecification
| ength Overall | 15.14 m | 49’8’’ |
| Hull length | 14.325 m | 47’ |
| Length at waterline | 13.495 m | 44’3’’ |
| Beam | 4.49 m | 14’9’’ |
| Draft (standard) | 2.45 m | 8’04’’ (not mounted) |
| Draft (option) | 1.99 m | 6’6’’ (not mounted) |
| Light displacement | 13.340kg | 29.409 lbs |
| Ballast | 3.900 kg | 8.600 lbs |
| Water capacity | 300 liters | 79.2 US gal |
| Fuel capacity | 500 liters | 132 US gal |
| Engine (standard) |
Yanmar 4JH57 41.9 kW / 57 mhp |
| Engine (option) |
Yanmar 4JH80 58.8 kW / 80 mhp |
| Engine Oceanvolt (electric option) |
15 kW twin Oceanvolt electric |
| Air draft | 21.9 m | 71’10’’ |
| Mainsail | 62.6 m² | 673 ft² |
| Jib | 51.14 m² | 528 ft² |
| Asymetric (option) | 153 m² | 1646 ft² |
| I | 18.09 m | 58’8’ |
| J | 5.5 m | 16’10’’ |
| P | 17.15 m | 59’3’’ |
| E | 6.15 m | 20’2’’ |
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGN |
Studio F. A. Porsche |
| NAVAL ARCHITECT | Humphreys Yachts Design |