2028 Custom Ares

Spitfire

Drawing inspiration from the legendary Supermarine Spitfire fighter aircraft, embodying sleek design and advanced features, SPITFIRE elegantly blends aeronautical charm with maritime excellence.

"Park yourself at the Scramble Station; grab a cocktail or meet your skipper in the Ready Room and plot the day's missions. SPITFIRE is a yacht for today's living."-Bannenberg & Rowell Design, Exterior & Interior Designer

The iconic superyacht is built upon the foundation of the ARES 150 BOLD, the flagship OPV by ARES that has been awarded the 'World's Best Offshore Patrol Vessel' in 2018. The foundational bull forms have undergone meticulous optimization and validation through numerical simulations, experimental testing, and comprehensive sea trials at full scale. Merging the offshore lineage of its hull with the requirements of a superyacht platform creates exciting opportunities, offering a blend of innovative design and advanced technical features.

Accommodating 10 guests in 5 cabins, including two double and two twin Buddy Quarters and a full beam Boss Quarters, plus 8 crew members in 5 cabins. SPITFIRE offers a blend of luxury, adaptability, and thoughtful design, ensuring an exceptional experience for all on board.

SPITFIRE features a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system designed to optimize the user experience, prioritizing low noise, emissions, and vibration. This innovative solution includes a compact and lightweight system capable of 6 hours in silent mode (without the genset running) or 1 hour of electric-only cruising. With variable-speed gensets and battery package, the yacht can achieve up to 11 hours of "silent" operation in typical Mediterranean conditions during a 24-hour period, ensuring zero noise and zero emissions while minimizing complexity and optimizing running costs.

INFORMAL & FLEXIBLE"Marrying a hull possessing offshore pedigree with the requirements of a superyacht platform creates exciting opportunities; both from a design and technical perspective." -Lateral Naval Architects, Naval Architect

Guest comfort on SPITFIRE is meticulous optimized through a design that prioritizes informal and flexible living. The yacht's interior spaces are throughfully tailored to accommodate the diverse needs and preferences of guests, fostering a relaxed and adaptable atmosphere.

Embodying the principles of being lean and nimble, SPITFIRE ensures that every inch of space is utilized purposefully. The layout is designed with a focus on functionality, providing guests with an efficient and seamless experience. The yacht's distinctive features contribute to an overall sense of purpose and uniqueness, enhancing the guest's enjoyment of their surroundings.

The emphasis on informal and flexible living extends to various areas onboard, from inviting lounges to versatile entertainment spaces. The design allows for a smooth transition between different activities, ensuring that guests can easily personalize their experience. Whether it's a casual gathering or a more formal event, SPITFIRE offers a harmonious blend of comfort and style, reflecting its commitment to optimizing guest comfort through thoughtful design and a distinctive approach.

The Fun Store area, accessible through a sleek upward-opening door on the stern platform, offers two versatile layout options. Choose between a luxurious lounge and cinema space with expansive seating or a fully-equipped gym. Bathed in natural light from four large skylights above, this area is designed to enhance your on-board experience.

REFINED VERSATILITYThe bespoke interior solutions of the SPITFIRE prioritize relaxation and flexibility, embodying a thoughtful and purposeful approach to optimizing the modern lifestyle. The aft platform, equipped with a transformer connected to the Fun Store, and the side-opening platforms, extend the swimming area into a vast space suitable for various guest occasions. The D-Fac Room serves as a formal dining area, while The Bunker place provides a perfect spot for afternoon relaxation. Both areas feature full length sliding doors with side openings, allowing guests to enjoy the feeling of sitting an open terrace.

Boss Quarters, located forward on the main deck, open to a private owner deck with a jacuzzi and a movie area. The retractable windbreaker and integrated side windows within the bulwarks offer spectacular panoramic views. This cabin also incorporated a side balcony with complete privacy.

The upper deck features an Open Wheelhouse that connects backwards with The Ready Room for the owner and captain's daily meetings, as well as providing guests with a space to enjoy cruising. The Ward Room at the aft upper deck is an ideal space for both interior and exterior modes, featuring full-length side and aft doors, along with an opening roof for added versatility.

Poop Deck is a vast exterior upper deck with a grill bar, and when combined with the Ward Room opening, the entire upper deck becomes one fully open area for guests to enjoy.

Technical Details

• LOA: 50.55 m/165.8 ftMoulded Beam: 8.58 m/28.1 ft
• Draught at FLWL: 1.91 m/6.2 ft
• Draught at FLWL: 2.01 m/6.5 ft
• Exterior Designer: Bannenberg & Rowell Design
• Interior Designer: Bannenberg & Rowell Design
• Naval Architect: Lateral Naval Architects
• Construction: Advanced composite hull & superstructure
• Gross Tonnage: 499 GT
• Guests: 10 in 5 cabins
• Crew: 8 in 5 cabins
• Classification: RINA C+ Hull Match "Ych", Unrestricted, DMS, Green Plus, Hybrid Propulsion
• Flag: Cayman Islands Red Ensign Group Yacht Code, Part A
• Fuel Tank: 27,500 liters/7,265 gallons
• Fresh Water Tank: 15,700 liters/4,147 gallons
• Sewage Tank:1,400 liters/369 gallons
• Grey Water Tank: 7,400 liters/1,955 gallons
• Clean Oil Tank: 1,500 liters/396 gallons
• Bilge Tank: 1,600 liters/422 gallons
• Dirty Oil Tank: 1,300 liters/343 gallons
• Urea Tank: 2,800 liters/739 gallons
• Max Speed: 22 knots
• Cruise Speed: 10 knots
• Standard Range: 3,500 nm at 10 knots
• Diesel Engine: (2) MAN V12 200 mHp 1471 kW at 2,300 rpm
• E-Engine: (2) E-Motion with clutch 300 kW parallel hybrid
• Propellers: Custom NiBrAl
• Battery Packs: (8) E-Motion LFP with BMU 39.1 kWh - total of 312.8 kWh
• Stabilization System: Humphree Quad 3.0 with interceptors
• Generators: (3) E-Motion with PMS 130 kW variable speed