High Performance and Design Excellence
The Viking 68 Convertible is renowned for its superior performance across various yachting activities, making it a leader in its class. Designed to tackle both tournament-style sportfishing and luxurious cruising, this yacht combines speed, agility, and aesthetically pleasing design. It operates on a hull designed specifically to navigate rough seas comfortably, achieving a cruising speed of 35 knots and top speeds over 40 knots. The look of the Viking 68, with its aggressive raked stem, sleek sheer line, and distinctive flying bridge brow, is both powerful and elegant.
Luxurious Accommodations
Inside the Viking 68, the luxurious accommodations showcase an intelligent use of space and high-end materials. The four-stateroom, four-head arrangement utilizes every inch of its wide beam effectively. The interior feature high-gloss walnut finishes that exude warmth and sophistication. The salon area is a part of the deckhouse that impresses with its open plan featuring framed but translucent windows letting in ample natural light. The salon includes electrically operated aspects such as the door and pop-up 49-inch HD TV. The cleverly concealed air-conditioning vents distribute cool air efficiently while maintaining a noise-free environment, ensuring comfort during long stays on board.
Smart Galley Design
The galley is designed for both practicality and pleasure, with an island configuration allowing for convenience and easy social interaction. It comes complete with Sub-Zero under-counter refrigeration and pull-out drawers featuring aircraft-like slide mechanisms for secure storage even when at sea. Adjacent to the galley, the large dining setup accommodates dinner seating for four, supplemented by bar stools at the galley counter for more casual interactions, providing versatility in onboard dining arrangements.
Master Stateroom and Guest Quarters
The master stateroom, set to starboard, almost spans the full beam of the yacht, creating a spacious private retreat. It includes a queen-size walkaround bed with storage beneath and generous closet space, highlighting the room’s functionality and comfort. The forward guest stateroom also features a queen-size bed with a large storage compartment underneath. Each guest and crew quarters are designed with attention to privacy and comfort, each with separate heads and stall showers, enhancing the living experience on long voyages.
Cockpit Innovations
The cockpit of the Viking 68 is a tour-de-force of thoughtful design crafted for serious anglers. It includes an observation mezzanine, air-conditioned for comfort during retreats, complete with a bait freezer and tackle cabinets ensuring that everything is within reach. A tightly organized layout integrates a one-piece anodized aluminum ladder to the bridge and storage for fishing gear, complemented by a transom door with lift gate. Flush rod holders, integrated washdown systems, and a livewell underscore its readiness for extensive fishing exploits.
Flybridge Configurations
The flybridge offers a choice between an open or enclosed version, accommodating different preferences with the open bridge providing a panoramic view for tournament fishermen. The enclosed model transforms the flybridge space into a secondary salon, enhanced by a climate-control system and private retreat. The helm design—centralized and functional—ensures optimal visibility and control, with rods stored under bench seats. A state-of-the-art steering system, VIPER (Viking Independent Programmable Electro-hydraulic Rudder), enhances maneuverability and safe handling.
Engine Room and Mechanical Prowess
The Viking 68 Convertible’s mechanical systems reflect Viking’s commitment to excellence and innovation. A sturdy engine setup on powder-coated web-frame steel beds ensures vibration-free operation and precise alignment with the drive train. This engineering foundation is not only hallmark of Viking’s quality but also a contributor to the yacht’s tranquil ride at sea. Within its well-organized engine room, everything is positioned for easy access and routine maintenance, underscoring Viking’s attention to operational details.
Customization and Personalization Options
Viking offers bespoke customization options for the 68 Convertible, allowing owners to tailor the yacht to their specific tastes and requirements. Whether it’s an electronic package installed by Viking’s sister company Atlantic Marine Electronics or a custom tuna tower from Palm Beach Towers, these additions reflect personal preferences while maintaining the yacht’s robust and efficient framework. These customizable elements offer owners the opportunity to personalize navigation, entertainment, and fishing functionalities.
Conclusion
With its formidable blend of luxury, performance, and innovative design, the Viking 68 Convertible remains a benchmark in the convertible yacht category. Fly Yachts invites potential buyers to experience firsthand the capabilities and elegance of this formidable vessel. Our team stands ready to provide expert advice and guidance for those looking to explore what the Viking 68 has to offer, ensuring an informed and satisfying yachting journey. Talk to a Fly Yachts team member today to explore the endless possibilities within the world of luxury yachting.
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