The successor to the Mangusta 165, of which Overmarine built twelve units, was developed by Overmarine's development department together with Barcelona-based designer Igor Lobanov, who had already modelled the sweeping exterior lines of the 104 REV on classic sports cars from the 1930s. For the 165 REV, comfortable deck areas and a smooth transition between the exterior and interior spaces were on the wish list. Surprisingly for a yacht in the maxi-open category, the fold-out beach club is a generous 36 square metres. There is also another 60 square metre sun terrace and infinity pool at the front. A tender and two jet skis, which are stored in a side garage, provide the necessary flexibility for beach transfers. The interior was designed by Milan-based Atelier M2. Light, warm colours make the interior look inviting. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the saloon reinforce this impression and allow the exterior to merge visually with the interior. The 92 square metre owner's suite with office and sofa area is located on the main deck, with guests living one floor below.
During the upcoming sea trials, four 1939-kilowatt MTU engines will accelerate the Mangusta 165 REV to a top speed of 34 knots - as befits an Open, using waterjet propulsion. The Overmarine engineers claim to have reduced diesel consumption by 30 per cent compared to the 165. The gyro stabilisers from Veem work both at anchor and underway for comfortable cruising between ten and twelve knots and with consumption that is said to be comparable to that of displacement vessels of the same size.
Mangusta will be showing the 165 REV at this year's Monaco Yacht Show, which takes place from 28 September to 1 October.
