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Oundle Craftsmanship Meets 960 Horsepower on the Refined Targa 47 Open
Resurrecting the Open Cruiser
The marine sector consistently demands functional open-air platforms that maintain overnight cruising capabilities. Fairline has formally reintroduced the Targa 47 Open, an evolved iteration of a popular hull design optimized for contemporary offshore operations. Drawing direct stylistic influences from the recent Squadron 58 and Targa 40 builds, the shipyard focused on maximizing spatial flow across the primary entertaining zones. The resulting 48-foot vessel balances aggressive hull dynamics with a refined and functional deck arrangement.
Opening the Main Deck
Operating a vessel in favorable climates requires immediate access to the environment. The design team restructured the main deck of the Targa 47 Open to create an uninterrupted transition from the saloon through the cockpit and directly to the aft sunpad. A full-length sliding roof allows the operator to dictate the level of elemental exposure across the helm and seating areas. By expanding the aft platform, the builder increased the available footprint for water access and stern-focused relaxation.
Propulsion and Hull Specifications
Driving an open cruiser demands responsive throttle control and reliable top-end speed. The hull measures 48 feet 4 inches overall, featuring a 14-foot 2-inch beam that stabilizes the 12.3-imperial-ton dry weight. Fairline equipped the engine room with twin Volvo Penta IPS650 D6-480 diesel blocks, delivering a combined 960 horsepower. This configuration pushes the platform to an estimated top speed of 32 knots. For extended operations, the hull carries 1,300 litres of fuel and 400 litres of water.
Hand-Built Assembly in Oundle
Mass production often dilutes the structural integrity of a vessel. Fairline maintains its assembly operations in Oundle, Britain, utilizing specialized labor to construct the Targa 47 Open. The construction process emphasizes meticulous manual assembly over automated fabrication, ensuring tight tolerances across the fiberglass components and interior joinery. Every unit undergoes rigorous on-water testing before final delivery to verify that the physical handling matches the specified engineering parameters.
Sub-Deck Layout and Styling
Prolonged cruising requires dedicated volume for rest and recovery away from the primary social zones. Below the main deck, the layout provides two separate cabins that accommodate a total of four berths. The interior décor merges contemporary finishes with functional storage solutions, avoiding the cluttered layouts often found in sub-50-foot cruisers. The helm station integrates updated marine technology interfaces, ensuring the operator retains precise navigational control when transitioning between distinct weather patterns.
