Linssen Grand Sturdy 450 AC Variotop
There are differences between the new Linssen 450 AC Variotop and the 500 AC Variotop, but both Variotop models have identical DNA
Photo: Beneteau
The Antares 7’s innovative flared-hull boasts safety and outstanding seakeeping, offering wonderful driving sensations. This outboard motorboat has a very elegant silhouette, thanks to her cap’s powerful V profile. Simple and safe, an aft platform with a removable ladder provides access to the sea. This is closed off by a small gate when the boat is underway.
The wheelhouse is surrounded by windows and has a 360° view of the sea. A sliding glass hatch on the roof bathes the interior in natural light, which considerably increases the feeling of space. The walnut woodwork and upholstery colour contribute to making
the Antares 7 contemporary yet timelessly stylish.
Access to the spacious and safe wheelhouse is made through a double sliding door. With its ingenious tilting design, the bench located to the left of the helm station provides a seating area which can face the sea or the saloon. With its table lowered, at night this area provides additional extra-spacious double sleeping accommodation.
The helmsman’s seat tilts to reveal a cleverly equipped galley area with sink, fridge (optional), stove (optional) and storage being provided in this space. The glass surround of the wheelhouse provides panoramic sea views. A sliding roof (optional) panel bathes the interior in natural light, and considerably enhances the impression of space. There is a full double forward en-suite cabin. The beds have been carefully designed and the amount of storage space available is more than sufficient for voyages lasting several days. With its deck port-hole the cabin is wellventilated and well lit. The separate bathroom with toilet is an unusual feature for craft of this size.
The modular cockpit can be configured to ensure that time spent in the open air is pleasurable. It can be transformed into a spacious sun-bathing area, whilst the rear bench slides to allow the motor to be raised easily. Access to the sea is achieved via the starboard bathing platform with its retractable steps. When under way a gate closes off the access to ensure maximum safety. The forward deck can be used as a sun-bathing area, and for easy anchorage the Antarès 7 is equipped with an electric windlass.
Technical details | |
Producer: | BENETEAU (FR) |
LOA: | 24'70 ft |
LOA: | 7,50 m |
Hull lenght: | 6,48 m |
Beam: | 2,53 m |
Draught: | 0,60 m |
Weight: | 1.700 kg |
Fuel tank: | 170 l |
Water tank: | 50 l |
Berths: | 2+2 |
Cabins: | 1 |
Engine: | 175 HP |
Top speed: | 22 kn |
Cruising speed: | 18 kn |
There are differences between the new Linssen 450 AC Variotop and the 500 AC Variotop, but both Variotop models have identical DNA