With the introduction of the new Grand Banks 62, Grand Banks Yachts continues to solidify its near 70-year history of designing and building pioneering long-distance cruising yachts that combine both speed and range.
Depending upon the engine selection, the Grand Banks 62 can achieve a top speed in the mid 30-knot range, and a high cruise speed of 28 knots. If owners’ adventures lead them farther over the horizon, the GB62 has a range of 2,000 nautical miles with 10% reserve at 10 knots. At 20 knots, total fuel burn will average 32 gallons-per-hour representing market leading performance when compared to other cruising motoryachts. And throughout this speed curve, the running attitude of the V-Warp® Technology hull remains at about 6o, for added efficiency and speed.
Twin Volvo D13, rated at 900hp each on straight shafts, with Twin Disc MGX 5096A marine transmissions are standard. Optional engine packages include twin Volvo D13s with shaft drives rated at 1,000hp each, or Volvo IPS 1200S rated at 900hp each.
Like all Grand Banks models, the GB62 is built and infused with a precise resin-to-E-Glass, unidirectional, and multi-axial fibre ratio. The hull is fused directly to the carbon fibre structure, bulkheads, deck, and superstructure of the Grand Banks 62.
The new Grand Banks 62 builds on the success of the hugely popular Grand Banks 60, launched in 2017. Its additional interior volume allows for an enlarged starboard guest stateroom with an athwartships double bed and a single, as well as a utility area that incorporates the standard washer/dryer. With the additional length, Grand Banks added an en suite head for this starboard guest cabin and an extended bridge overhang that allows for easy storage of the standard AB Inflatables RIB, as well as providing additional shelter in the cockpit.
