After the successful 115’ Athena, flagship of the fleet since 2005, Riva continues its adventure in the megayacht segment, with a new, refined model: 92’ Duchessa. Curved, racy lines harmoniously design the profile of this yacht which encloses all the elegance of Riva style in her 28 metres, as always in a solution featuring its unique, original design.
The large windscreen integrates perfectly in the soaring, aggressive line of the new 92’ Duchessa, providing an excellent view from the pilot station, whilst the large windows of the upper deck guarantee as much light as possible filters through to the salon and luncheon area.
The slightly raised pilot station is equipped with last generation instruments, and features a comfortable dinette for the crew with direct access to the flybridge and galley, the latter of which is completely accessorised and set lower on an intermediary level. A utility room has been created under the pilot station, where additional household appliances can be fitted.
The classical cockpit features a large teak table which can seat up to eight, thanks to a comfortable sofa and four foldable chairs, the latter of which can be stored in the base of the table. An elegant stairway to the right provides easy access to the flybridge. A second, smaller living-room has been created at bow, where a teak table with a six-seater sofa and the sundeck are located, the latter has been enlarged to accommodate up to four people and can be shaded by an awning with easy manual opening.
A brand new feature on a Riva model, the flybridge is surmounted by a fibreglass hard top, whose sharp line inclined towards bow gives continuity to the yacht’s general profile, making her more aerodynamic and elegant. Moreover, the special advanced shape of the hard top makes it possible to use the layout of the flybridge better, providing shade from the sun’s rays sun at the pilot station and a small living-area, formed of two sofas and a teak table able to seat up to eight. A centrally-fitted jacuzzi, which can be replaced by a smart mobile bar in the optional version separates it from the sundeck. The grill and washbasin, on the other hand, are set towards stern, in order to make sure owners and their guests are disturbed as little as possible. Moreover, the size of the flybridge means it can be equipped with a tender measuring up to 4.20 m in length, handled using a small crane.
Another special feature of this model is the garage. Closed by a foldable door, it can house a tender measuring max. 3.20 m or a jet-ski. When lowered, a chaise-longue on runners can be placed inside the garage, creating another area for relaxation, suspended directly over the water.
Equipped with twin 2218 hp MTU engines, the 92’ Duchessa can reach a top speed of 28 knots, and a cruising speed of 25, with a 350 mile range at cruising speed. Two ARG 4000 stabilisers guarantee the stability of the yacht both when moored and at sea, whilst the exclusive advanced entertainment system enables those aboard to play the same videos and music in both the salon and master cabin.
The opportunity to choose from a wide range of fabrics specially studied by Riva’s Style Office and add commercially available items to the furnishings, make the new 92’ Duchessa an out and out semi-custom megayacht, able to respond to the requirements of the most demanding owners.
Published: 2008
Photo: Riva
| Technical details | |
| Producer: | RIVA (IT) |
| LOA: | 92'70 ft |
| LOA: | 28,23 m |
| Hull lenght: | 28,04 m |
| Waterline lenght: | 22,75 m |
| Beam: | 6,75 m |
| Draught: | 2,01 m |
| Displacement: | 206132 kg |
| Deadrise: | 12 ° |
| Fuel tank: | 9000 l |
| Water tank: | 1320 l |
| Max. passengers: | 20 |
| Berths: | 8+5 |
| Cabins: | 4+3 |
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