The Gladiator 631 Next project was launched at the end of 2019 with the idea of creating the most reliable and high-performance yacht ever built, with the lowest fuel consumption per nautical mile ratio. Canados partnered with naval architect Simone Cesati, an expert in high-tech composite construction and race boat manufacturer.
The concept of the boat focused on creating a model that:
- would reach speeds of 50 knots with very conventional engines, optimizing reliability with minimal maintenance needs;
- would be extremely easy to handle so that an owner could operate the boat themselves;
- would redefine the concept of a day cruise boat with spacious outdoor social areas, while offering two of the three cabins with sufficient comfort and luxury for long-range cruising;
- would achieve high top speeds while being capable of cruising all day at 35 knots consuming at least 30% less fuel than any other yacht in its category.
To achieve these results, Canados' technical department and Simone Cesati opted for truly innovative new technologies. In short, the power-to-weight ratio had to be kept below 10 kg per hp. Consequently, the weight of the Gladiator 631 Next does not exceed 18.5 tons, whereas all other 20-meter yachts on the market range between 24 and 26 tons. This significant weight saving could not be attained by reducing structures but had to be found in technology, materials, and lightweight interior construction, while hydrodynamics had to be very advanced, notably using kevlar and carbon fiber.
Boat presentation:
https://figaronautisme.meteoconsult.fr/actus-nautisme-bateaux/2020-11-20/57033-gladiator-631-next-le-nouveau-modele-de-canados-sera-lance-en-avril-2021
ENGINES:
2 X VOLVO D13 1000HP JDM SPECIAL - SURFACE SHAFTS
2 X NANNI SCANIA 1150HP JDM SPECIAL - SURFACE SHAFTS
