Introducing Plectrum, a 15,000hp superyacht for the filthy rich
Published on Jan 27, 2023 at 3:41 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Feb 03, 2023 at 1:07 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
This is Plectrum, a superyacht designed by Lazzarini Studio capable of producing a whopping 15,000 horsepower.
The Plectrum yacht is technically a hydrofoil, which means it can lift itself from the water as its speed increases.
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And there is plenty of speed to play with, because this massive 243-foot yacht is designed to run on three motors for a combined power output of 15,000 hp.
According to Lazzarini Studio, it can reach a top speed of 75 knots – or 140 km/h.
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That means this massive yacht is theoretically faster than a Brabus speedboat.
Plectrum yacht design
The Italian design studio says inspiration for the Plectrum came from the USS Plainview, an American-made hydrofoil launched in 1965.
The hull is crafted from a combination of carbon fiber and other composite materials, and finished in an ultra-shiny shade of orange.
And as you’d expect, the Plectrum yacht has a helipad, a beach club with a swimming pool, and a garage large enough for two tenders.
Oh yeah, and there’s also another garage for the owner’s supercars and water toys.
Might we suggest a McLaren 720s finished in matching orange paint?
Price
Even though this is technically just a prototype, Lazzarini said it can be built on request for a cool $87 million.
Lazzarini Design Studio is a staple name in the industry.
It has sketched outstanding yacht concepts, including a 450-foot swan-shaped yacht and an $8 billion turtle-shaped ‘floating city’ that Saudi Arabia wants to build.
Unlike other concepts that only exist on paper, Lazzarini confirmed this production of the orange megayacht could potentially start tomorrow.
‘All’ they need, apparently, is $87 million.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
