The Grand Soleil 52 Performance brings a legendary name back to the sea, evolving the DNA of the original 52 designed by German Frers in 1987 with today's most advanced construction technologies. Developed by the powerhouse duo of Matteo Polli and Nauta Design based on a concept by Cantiere del Pardo, this yacht is built for the discerning owner who refuses to compromise between racing performance and the pure pleasure of fast cruising. Available in both Performance and Race versions, she represents the perfect synthesis of optimized naval architecture, vacuum-infused sandwich and composite construction, and a harmony of lines that translates into stability, responsiveness, and pure speed.
The hull, penned by Matteo Polli, is optimized for hydrodynamic excellence. The powerful, flared aft sections guarantee exceptional form stability and control on downwind legs, while the fine, vertical bow entry ensures a dry, efficient passage through the waves, maximizing upwind speed. The all-sandwich and composite vacuum-infused construction gives the hull maximum stiffness and minimum weight: every gust translates into instant acceleration, and every maneuver into razor-sharp helm responsiveness. Three keel options (2.50m, 2.70m ORC, and 2.90m IRC) complete her technical versatility.
La cabina vip può avere anche i letti separati (opt.).
The Race version of the Grand Soleil 52 is designed for owners seeking top-level performance and a strong racing attitude. Compared to the standard configuration, this setup features a deck optimized for competitive sailing, with six winches, longitudinal jib tracks, and a recessed mainsheet traveller with electric controls, seamlessly integrated into the cockpit to ensure efficiency and freedom of movement during maneuvers.
The bowsprit is extended by 90 cm compared to the standard version, allowing for more effective use of asymmetric sails or gennakers, especially downwind. Completing the Race configuration are textile lifelines, which are lighter and more efficient than traditional ones, and the option to equip the yacht with a carbon mast and boom, reducing overall weight and increasing rig stiffness — key elements for maximizing racing performance.
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