february 08, 2018 - Volvo Penta

Galeon selects most powerful Volvo Penta engine for its new ‘game-changing’ yacht

Luxury #yacht and motorboat builder, Galeon, opts for Volvo Penta’s #d131000 engine as the ideal choice for its innovative new #640fly model. The spaciously designed #yacht is being launched at the Miami International Boat Show.

Galeon’s latest #yacht, the #640fly, has been designed to provide an intelligently transformative use of space throughout its three decks, with luxury touches to appeal to families and charter enthusiasts. The Polish boatbuilder has chosen Volvo Penta’s most powerful marine engine, the #d131000, thanks to its excellent performance and superb power-to-weight ratio.

“We are very happy with the performance of the Volvo Penta #d131000,” says Grzegorz Tuszyński, managing director of Galeon. “The engine offers extremely good torque. The boat goes from stationary to planing speed in just over six seconds and to its top speed in 24 seconds – this is faster than many of our smaller boats. The light weight of the engine is also a particular highlight, as it enables us to keep the total weight of the boat to a minimum. I really believe we will be displaying one of the most innovative boats in Miami; one that’s going to be a real game-changer.”

Outstanding engine for an innovative yacht

Galeon, based near Gdansk in northern Poland, was founded in 1982. The company creates bold designs that combine beautiful styling and excellent performance with expert craftsmanship. The 68ft (20.8m) #640fly weighs 37 metric tons, has a beam of 16.4ft (5m), a draft of 4.75ft (1.45m) and can reach a speed of 28 knots.

Galeon’s philosophy of maximizing space to attract customers who want a luxury environment in an agile and easily maneuverable boat, is matched by Volvo Penta’s ideology in offering powerful and compact engine solutions. The #640fly is powered by twin inboard shaft installations of Volvo Penta’s #d131000 engine.

“We have a very good, long-term relationship with Volvo Penta,” says Tuszyński. “They always provide us with outstanding engines with great performance, and the Volvo #d131000 is no exception. Galeon is growing at a rapid rate, and we plan to purchase many more engines from Volvo Penta in the future.”