Pinball

Hybrid and versatile

The designers of this platform, developed in the region of the Arcachon basin in southwestern France, chose to use a catamaran configuration so as to offer a deck area 45% larger than that of a monohull. However, the beam is in line with that of a “modern” monohull – 9’8” (2.95 m) in width with a hull length of 27’4” (8.33 m).

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Published 20/09/2021

By Emmanuel van Deth

Issue: 179

Published: sept. / oct. 2021

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The aim is of course to use the same size marina slip. The manufacturer has developed an original hybrid drivetrain: one central diesel engine of 265 HP and two electric motors of 8 kW each, with ducted propellers. At 4 knots, the range in electric mode is two hours. In the internal combustion mode, it is possible to set the electric motors going, but this time using alternator power. The deck plan, which includes a tilting platform, has been optimized for ease of use, comfort and storage. The sundeck folds up to form a mini-cabin for two, VW Combi style.

Technical specifications:

Builder: Pinball Boat

Length: 29’6” (9 m)

Beam: 9’8” (2.95 m)

Displacement: 7,720 lbs (3.5 t)

Draft: 2’3” (0.69 m)

Drivetrain: 265 HP and 2 x 8 kW

Maximum speed: 25 knots under engine, 6 knots under electric motors

Fuel: 75 US gal (285 l)

Water: 35 US gal (135 l)