2024 Arksen 85
The Arksen 85 is amongst the safest, most capable and robust vessels in her class. A remarkably efficient long-range explorer with an extensive standard specification, she is capable of competently embarking on worldwide adventures with a high degree of autonomy or equally at home weekend cruising with family and friends.The first hull in the Arksen 85 range of aluminium expedition yachts, named Project Ocean is listed for sale.

Own 50% of this exceptional vessel with a 1/2 fractional ownership or buy it fully. 

Built by British shipyard Arksen, the flagship explorer is due to be launched on the Isle of Wight later 2023. Design is by Humphreys Design with an interior by Design Unlimited, both based in the UK.

Project Ocean accommodates six guests in three staterooms, comprising a master suite with a private office, a port guest cabin that can be configured as a double, twin or triple and a starboard guest cabin that can be configured as a single or twin. There is a single twin crew cabin. The galley is open plan to the saloon and dining area, the whole area benefiting from panoramic views.

Humphreys is renowned for his work in hydrodynamics, with race-winning sailing yachts in his portfolio, and his naval architects have come up with "a very efficient low displacement/length ratio hull form and incorporating features such as twisted flow rudders to minimize resistance".

The hybrid vessel can switch to zero emissions mode and silent running as and when required. The broker said: "Its advanced hybrid propulsion system, state-of-the-art stabilization technology and exemplary systems engineering optimize efficiency while reducing emissions, noise and vibrations".

The explorer yacht for sale is MCA compliant and has a 7,000 nautical mile range, under a Praxis hybrid system. There is stowage for a tender of up to 5.5 metres LOA and toys.

Designed for Explorers, Made for Adventure

The Arksen 85 is primarily designed as a long-range explorer vessel, capable of accessing remote areas and operating safely in extreme environments but is equally capable when cruising in more accessible waters. Every aspect of the vessel design and construction is undertaken to enable operation in a wide range of conditions including:
Summer operation in high latitudes with low sea and air temperatures
Tropical operation with high temperatures and humidity
Operation in adverse weather, high winds and rough seas • Extended periods in remote regions without external support
Full time, permanent, liveaboard usage

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Electrical Equipment:
Shore Power Inlet
Generator
Inverter

Electronics:
Depthsounder
Radar
Log-Speedometer
Wind Speed and Direction
TV Set
Navigation Center
Plotter
Autopilot
Compas
GPS
VHF

Inside Equipment:
seakeeper
Stern Thruster
Dishwasher
Bow Thruster
Washing Machine
Electric Bilge Pump
Oven
Manual Bilge Pump
Microwave Oven
Air Compressor
Marine Head
Air Conditioning
Electric Head
Heating
Hot Water
Refrigerator
Fresh Water Maker
Deep Freezer
Sea Water Pump
Battery Charger

Outside Equipment:
Cockpit Shower
Outboard Engine Brackets
Davit(s)
Hydraulic Gangway
Radar Reflector
Tender
Solar Panel
Liferaft
Cockpit Cushions
Cockpit Table
Swimming Ladder

Engine 1
Engine Make: Praxis
Engine Model: Serial Hybrid
Engine Year: 2023
Total Power: 335hp
Engine Type: Electric
Drive Type: Direct Drive
Fuel Type: Diesel
Propeller Type: 5 Blade
Propeller Material: Alloy

Engine 2
Engine Make: Praxis
Engine Model: Serial Hybrid
Engine Year: 2023
Total Power: 335hp
Engine Type: Electric
Drive Type: Direct Drive
Fuel Type: Diesel
Propeller Type: 5 Blade
Propeller Material: Alloy

Speed & Distance
Cruising Speed: 10kn
Max Speed: 14kn
Range: 7000nm

Dimensions
Length Overall: 89.58ft
Max Draft: 5.17ft
Beam: 23ft
Length at Waterline: 85.42ft

Weights
Dry Weight: 145,505Lb

Miscellaneous
Windlass
Electric Windlass

Tanks
Fresh Water Tank: 2 X 787 Gal (Aluminum)
Fuel Tank: 4 X 593 Gal (Aluminum)
Holding Tank: 4 X 119 Gal

Accommodations
Cabins: 4
Heads: 4