"Mia Cara" means something like "my favourite". Of course, aItalian boat has a "close relationship" with theLoveAnd: As one of the few shipyards in Europe, Absolute is unwavering in its pursuit of aFireworks of new yachts. The range, which now comprises 16 models, was expanded to include theAbsolute 64 Fly extended upwards.
The boat comes with fourCabins plus one for the crew. The latter stands out in terms of theMaterials and equipment are in no way inferior to the others. If you include the separate bathroom in the crew cabin, there are fourPremisescomfortable bunks are available for a total of ten people.
In terms ofSecurity you can find support where you need it. Manual and electric bilge pumps are available and double and switchable fuel pre-filters are fitted with alarm sensors. The bulwark on the side decks, including the railing, is high enough to be safe even in rough seas. In a test, we would only award the rating "Good". Points of criticism: Some of the furniture and the door handles are too angular for us, but this is due to contemporary taste.
The Absolute 64 Fly is supplied as standard withtwo 725 hp Volvo Penta diesel engines with IPS pod drives. The test boat is fitted with the more expensive version, two 900 hp diesel engines. Two engines alone guarantee manoeuvrable behaviour at slow speeds. But with IPS plus joystick control, even less experienced skippers are able to perform mooring and casting off manoeuvres. The installed bow thruster costs extra and provides additional manoeuvrability when reversing for long periods and in strong crosswinds.
In the harbour, it is advisable to run both gears in trolling mode at 600 rpm to avoid going too fast (3 knots). The same speeds should also be maintained on slow passages without trolling mode so that the waves generated by the boat at a speed of 6 knots do not interfere. As the speed increases, the Fly 64 begins to lift itself almost parallel out of the water, and from 1500 rpm (14 knots) a smooth water break at the stern signals that it is beginning to planing.
For boats with IPS drivesTrim tabs when starting up and later for unrestricted foresight. Our test boat is influenced by automatic (extra) trim tabs, which do their job perfectly. But even without trim tabs, there is nothing to complain about: Visibility at the helm remains unclouded. In addition to longitudinal trimming, the automatic system also ensures reduced heeling angles when making wide turns, which is particularly beneficial for visibility over the port side.
BothMotors turn 80 rpm more than the manufacturer allows, which speaks in favour of suitable propellers in view of the low load. The GPS logs a maximum speed of 34.6 knots. The shipyard states 26 kn as cruising speed and a fuel consumption of 8.5 l/sm. After analysing our measurements, we can confirm this, sailing 1 kn faster at 2000 rpm and burning the same amount of fuel per nautical mile.
For theReach This means that you can theoretically travel just under 300 nm on 3000 litres of diesel before the 15 % reserve is reached. And at full throttle, the fuel lasts for just under 280 nm plus reserve. This means that the test boat fulfils our minimum requirement of at least 270 nm plus reserve. At slow speed, the Absolute 64 Fly becomes a long-distance runner and only has to call at a bunker station after around 1500 nm if the reserve is to be maintained. That is more than good.
The turning angles of IPS drives are programmable and are influenced by speed and rpm, whichExtreme manoeuvres prevented. On the test boat, the full circles measure up to 300 metres at top speed; if you want to make tighter turns, you have to ease off the throttle. Where we have otherwise noticed a delay from rudder actuation to the reaction of the IPS drives, this was minimised on the test boat so that the steering reacts almost immediately.
This allows it to swing minimally over the longitudinal axis on the slalom course. Otherwise, all actions are safe and neutral. Waves that are half a metre high - or occasionally higher - pose no challenge for the 64 Fly. At full throttle, you can occasionally hear one or two pieces of furniture "creaking" in the saloon when passing waves - something the shipyard wants to change in the future. The fact that thisNoise is also due to the more than effective sound insulation; because 73 dB/A at full throttle in the saloon isimpressive quiet.
At both control centres, which - thanks to the cooperation ofGarmin andVolvo Penta equipped only with screens - appear somewhat puristic, you sit safely and comfortably in optimally designed bucket seats.convenient. All of theInstruments on the analogue screens. In addition, a touchscreen at the main control station provides information about everything that is happening in or on the boat. Criticism of the control station on the Fly: the joystick and gearstick should change places!
In theEngine compartment There are two ways into the cockpit, through a cockpit floor hatch and from the bathing platform into the crew cabin through the toilet. The latter is also the main entrance to the engine compartment, which is almost completely accessible and has a device where the cockpit chairs can be stowed on the ceiling. Everything is easily accessible. Absolute equips the 64 Fly more than ready to go, but also gives the future owner plenty of scope to customise his yacht using the accessories list.
Conclusion:
It is impressive that Absolute quotes realistic consumption figures; other shipyards usually lack the courage to do so. - And what looks good on the outside is also effective on the inside: light-flooded rooms with no lack of comfort. On deck, the expansive fly, the cockpit and the foredeck offer more than enough space. Without doubt a boat that inspires.
Data sheet: Absolute 64 Fly
Shipyard: Absolute S.p.A
Type designation: Absolute 64 Fly
CE category: B - Outside coastal waters
Material of hull and deck: Plastic
Length: 29,60 m
Width: 5,15 m
Displacement: 37,50 t
Price: 1.880.200,00 €
