The Pershing GTX1 is the most accomplished interpretation of the concept of Sport Utility Yacht: a 35-metre bridge with triple propulsion waterjet, able to conjugate performance from great tourism with an amazing outdoor livability on multiple levels and one beach club wide. The project was born from the synergy between Ferretti Group Strategic Product Committee (guided by Piero Ferrari) study by Fulvio De Simoni and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, to guarantee a rigorous engineering approach and a typically Pershing style consistency. The architectural system favours a vertical distribution of experience on board: club stern on the water level, cockpit raised, main deck with passing lounge and side terrace, as well as one sportfly essential and focused on active management. The goal is to achieve 35 knots of peak speed with low consumption and noise, without sacrificing comfort, privacy and logistics of crew.
Design DNA and philosophy
The philosophy of the GTX116 is the nautical translation of Gran Turismo: vigorous acceleration, sustained cruise and control high on the design, accompanied by a design aerodynamics and a geometry of volumes that emphasizes the continuous interaction with the sea. The wide profile, the large glazed surfaces and the bow styling with automotive calls define an expressive language that remains functional: natural light in abundance, optimized visibility, consistent famine lines with jet propulsion and the demand for reduced fishing.
Profile of shipyard
History, reputation, engineering approach
Pershing, brand of Ferretti Group, is synonymous with high performance yachts with a tradition focused on advanced propulsion (surface drive and, in recent years, waterjet on larger units), weight reduction, manic care ofergonomics of bridge e construction quality industrial. The GTX116, built in the factory Plug and Mould of the Group, it represents an evolution of the Pershing language: more living space, more contact with water, maintaining dynamic signature andacceleration typical of the brand.
Project collaborations
The exterior design and interiors bring the signature Fulvio De Simoni, while naval architecture and engineering are curated by Ferretti Group Engineering Department. This combination ensures consistency between style, hydrodynamics e industrialization, with an eye to operational reliability on intensive use cycles ( premiumcharter and private “active use”).
In-depth technical analysis
Dimensions and naval architecture
The GTX116 measures approximately 35,2 m length out everything with max about 7.7 m e fishing in the order of 1,45–1,50 m. The setting is that of one planner hull with distribution of volumes aimed at maximising transversal metacentre and roll stability, in synergy with stabilization systems and waterjet push. The empty displacement around 130 tonnes e full load about 150 tonnes align with the segment, while the floating line (LWL) of almost 30 meters favors propulsive yield and comfort in cruise backed.
- LOA 35,33 m
- Baglio 7,72 m
- Fishing 1,47 m
- Vacuum Dislocation ~ 130 t; full load 150 t
- Fuel tanks ~ 14,500 l; fresh water 2,000 l
The architecture of the poppiera area is an engineeringly distinctive element: taffrail electrohydraulic e folding side wings that create, with the platform, a beach club about 39–40 m2, with direct connection to the upper cockpit (besides 35 m2). This structure introduces plant complexity (hydraulic circuits, safety controls and interlocking) but offers a usability unique, also in satin with ondous motion content, expanding the contact area with water.
Construction materials
The shell of the GTX116 is in composite GRP (vetroresin), as well as superstructure bridge adopt teak in the pedestrian areas. The use of composite optimizes relationship stiffness/weight and effectively manage complex geometries (integrated fins and bulkheads). Elements carbon are used as high rigidity local finishes and components (e.g. floor details, inserts), in line with the Pershing tradition of selective lightening.
Engines, propulsion and transmission
The propulsive platform provides three MAN V12 coupled to waterjet Kamewa, with two levels of power: 1.800 mhp (standard) or 2,000 mhp (optional). The choice of waterjet compared to traditional axles or surface drives on smaller units, it meets three needs: minimum fishing (access to low bays), manoeuvrability (joystick with three jet management) and comfort vibro-acous at medium-high speed. With the 2,000 mhp package the maximum declared speed is ~34–35 knots and the cruise29–30 knots.
- Motor configurations: 3 × MAN V12 1800 (standard) or 3 × MAN V12 2000 (optional)
- Transmission: triple waterjet
- Maximum speed: ~34–35 kn; cruise: ~29–30 kn
- Autonomy cruise: ~400 nm (adjective data)
From the engineering point of view tri-propulsion requires very compact machine layout: maintenance steps around the side thrusters are narrower, but remain manageable; waterjet hydraulic, bower thruster e stabilizers are grouped for an orderly maintenance and to simplify inspection routines.
Performance: speed, cruise, autonomy, consumption
With 6,000 mhp installed (option 3×2000), the GTX116 develops symmetric spins and a thirsty that, thanks to the hull profile and to the end tunization of the jets, allows to stay on stable cruise to ~29–30 kn. The indicative autonomy of ~400 nm a cruise is consistent with a specific motor consumption around the expected values for V12 with marine power curves. It should be remembered that waterjet prefer reactivity and fishing at the expense of part of thepropulsive efficiency compared to traditional propellers: the range typical previews cruises supported between 26–30 knots and, when useful, speed-down to economic regimes (~10 kn) to double the flow.
Onboard systems: electronics, home automation, navigation
The bridge main and upper helm adopt MFD missing, joystick for the fine management of three low speed jets and a bower thruster dedicated. The ergonomics is designed for sports management: double controls for waterjets, layout human-centered interfaces, and a clean layout that privileges visibility and reaction times. At the domotic level, the plant integrates light control, electric obscurants in the tank, multi-zone air conditioning and monitoring systems from bridge.
Stabilization and safety
The GTX116 provides stabilizers (specific and type customizable according to the shipowner) integrated in the hydraulic circuits of edge and sized to mitigate the rolling both at anchor and at moderate speed. Control logic dialogues with navigation systems and joystick low-speed, a guarantee of consistency between comfort e handling.
Interior design and architecture
Designers and layouts
The interiors bring sign of Fulvio De Simoni and reflect the duality of the project: rational sportsmanship e residential hospitality. The main hall is a passing environment, flooded by natural light and connected to side terrace with sliding door flush and balcony: a scenic gesture that creates a cross-deck flow extremely successful. The finishes (e.g. Poltrona Frau) and integrated lighting in furniture emphasize the quality of craftsmanship.
- Cabins guests: typical layout 5 cabins, all with en suite bathroom
- Equipment: up to 5 places in 3 cabins with pantry and laundry
- Day head dedicated to the lower half bridge
- Guest capacity typical: 10 people
Studio of spaces, ergonomics, privacy
The corridorof the lower deck benefits from generous heights and hull openings that bring diffuse light in the double symmetric cabins. The two cabins twin, both en suite, allow flexibility in hospitality (families with children, couples of friends, multi-role charter), while the owner introduces a bipartite bathroom solution with central oversize shower, typical of higher-sized yachts. Systems electrical obscuring allow you to move from the panorama to privacy with a gesture.
Innovation and research
Waterjet and human-machine interface
The choice of waterjet on a 35 meters is, in itself, a statement: reactivity in maneuver, absence of protruding appendages (safety for bathing activities in the stern), fishing content, reduced vibrations and noise more filtered to certain regimes. Thejoystick interface extends operational accessibility in restricted spaces (crown, typical Mediterranean haft mooring) and allows micro-adjustments on the three jets, increasing the confidence of the helmsman and reducing mental fatigue in repeated maneuvers.
Solutions to reduce consumption and emissions
Although motorizations are traditional diesel, overall efficiency is sought through hydrodynamic optimization of the famine, active management jet drive and cruise profile planning: at equal speed, constant setup and trim regular allow for lower consumption specific and improve comfort. The economic policy to ~10 kn extends autonomy to ~800 nm (from site reference), useful for night transfers or weather windows unfavorable.
Functional stabilisation and safety technologies
The stabilization system dialogues with the monitoring systems (temperature, pressure, hydraulic states), integrating logic of fail-safe and threshold alarms to maintain availability e integrity during prolonged use. The mechanics of alette/taffrail is supervised by race and pressure sensors, with interlocking that inhibit movements in unsafe conditions (e.g. speed beyond thresholds, presence of people in critical area).
Life on board and comfort
Beach club, cockpit and sky deck
The beach club is the social centre: with the side wings lifted and the lowered transforming platform, the useful surface reaches rare size for the class (about 39–40 m2). From the club is accessed cockpit superior, offering dining, bar and refrigerators under the walls; above, the sportfly concentrates rudder and sunbathing, with minimalist set-up and monolithic windscreen to maximize visibility in sports navigation.
Interiors: materials, furnishings, lighting
Materials warm and surfaces ♪ alternate with elements technicians (carbon look inserts) to declare the dual nature of the boat. Lighting is laminated: indirect cutting, functional punctual and scenic accents on : e wardrobe backlit (open with automatic ignition). This light direction allows you to switch from sports mood to the residential mood with simplicity.
Navigation performance: test notes and feedback
Feelings at the helm and control
At the helm, the GTX116 communicates as a great tourism on water: full but progressive acceleration, response ready to the controls with the three jets that allow micro-regulations of prora and order in embarked also to low runs. I do upper helm gives a dominant posture, with MFD when necessary and dashboard to avoid cognitive overload. At speed, the long bow and it sweep of the windscreen design visual lane wide, while the perceived vibrations remain consistent with the 30–35 kn band for a 35 m boat with triple propulsion.
Manovra and mooring
In manoeuvre, the joystick that orchestrates the three waterjets lightens the tasks ofcrew, especially in crowded and windy marinas. The answer is intuitive, thanks to the capacity of modular thrust and direction jets almost instantly. The bower thruster assists in transversal corrections, while the rudder keeps “readability“system states with clear diagnostics.
Market and competition
Positioning for price and segment
The GTX116 is located in segment 35 m premium planante, with “ask” prices which—for new and under construction units—are publicly variable, but in the order of tens of millions of dollars/euro, depending on specifications and equipment (different brokers indicate indicative values around 16–21.5 million USD per slot and configured units). As a market customized, the scissors reflect extensive customizations (layouts, finishes, electronic packages and toys).
Direct competitor analysis
- Riva 110’ Dolcevita: style and finish icon, speed class (about half 20 years in kn), emphasis on luxury experience more than on the beach club “total dive”; less aggressive as a stern theater. :contentReference
- Sanlorenzo SL120 Asymmetric: use asymmetry to expand the living room and create side balconies impact, but the beach club does not reach the same scale/exhibition of the GTX116; it is strong for sartorial design e flexible layout.
- Mangusta / Overmarine 33–35 m fast: high performance, interpretation open-sport, less “architectural” beach club in the stage compared to the double level Pershing.
Industry Trend
The trend guide is the hybridization between performance yacht e beach house: expanded outdoor spaces, integration of balcony, taffrail active and garage multi-toy (tender > 5 m, PWC, foil). The question joystick and systems to low noise also grows on size superyacht, while the solutions “asymmetrical” and “open-air link” (cross-deck doors) optimize linear meters on board. In this context, the GTX116 represents the most sporty and consistent Pershing reading with theuse of daylight mediterranean.
Target customer
Typical buyers are private shipowners with experience on performing yachts (20–30 m) class climbing maintaining speed e driving sensations; luxury charter company focused on experiences day-to-night high stage; brokerage e family office looking for liquid assets on U.S./Med markets, where beach club and waterjet access are more decisive.
Results and awards
From launch of the first unit (2023) toprogress of successive hulls (until the #4 launched in 2024), the model has consolidated its presence on the main marketplaces, with slots under construction and units on display at international events and exhibitions. The appreciation of the public and the specialized press focuses on: beach club of scale, bridge scenic, tri-jet handy and 5 cabin layout in 35 m.
Future prospects
The GTX116 indicates the range route GTX (already extended to 80 and 70): high rate outdoor living room, beach club “inhabitable”, active control of systems to democratize the conduct of fast hulls on sizes superyacht. In perspective, the most likely evolution will concern auxiliary electrification (hotel load, HVAC, thruster/stabilizers with hybrid power management), redesigned wing for structural efficiency and further optimization noise perceived at 30 kn with new generation sound absorbent packages.
Summary
- Project: Ferretti Group Strategic Product Committee – Fulvio De Simoni – Ferretti Group Engineering
- Scafo/Sovrastructure: GRP composite; teak bridge
- LOA: ~35,2 m — Baglio: ~7,7 m — Fishing: ~1,45–1,50 m
- Dislocation: ~130 t (outside) / ~150 t (full load)
- Engines: 3 × MAN V12 (1,800 mhp std, 2.000 mhp opt) with waterjet Kamewa
- Speed: max ~34–35 kn; cruise ~29–30 kn
- Autonomy: ~400 nm a cruise; ~800 nm to 10 kn
- Layout guests: 5 cabins, all en suites; crew 3 cabins / 5 seats
- Beach club: ~39–40 m2; cockpit ~35 m2; overall outdoor areas ~150–165 m2
Comparison with competitors (engineering reading)
Riva 110’ Dolcevita vs Pershing GTX116
Riva 110’ priority luxury and quiet with cruise around 25–26 knots (typical configurations), in an unparalleled aesthetic casing; the GTX1 proposes a beach club “immersivo” on two levels and a more “coinvolent” driving dynamic, with 35 knots reachable and joystick on triple jets for “surgical” maneuvers. In terms of mission, the choice depends on the relative weight of poppio theatre vs diffused glamour.
Sanlorenzo SL120A vs Pershing GTX116
SL120A maximise the salon thanks toasymmetry and start surprising balconies; the GTX1 extremizes the report sea-man with expanded beach club and taffrail active. In profile plants, the Pershing introduces a jet tri-propulsion (fine tuning more complex, but superior manoeuvrability); Sanlorenzo remains on a more architecture traditional, less demanding in terms of integration and service space.
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Operating notes for shipowners, charters and management
Intensive private use
For shipowners who intend surfing often at 26–30 kn, it is advisable a predictive maintenance plan on waterjet hydraulics, vibro-acous monitoring and periodic controls on actuators taffrail. The machine layout is compact: Plan window interventions (seasonal) and wear-resistant parts reduces downtime and unexpected costs.
Luxury Charter
For charter operators, the beach club and the side terrace are instruments of differentiation unique. The crew can propose modular set-ups (light furniture, shade) depending on the itinerary and the guest profile; the garage with tender > 5 m and PWC supports water-sports activities wide spectrum. The tri-propulsion with joystick allows punctual moorings in crowded rada and transits in low waters.
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Conclusions on positioning in the sector
The Pershing GTX1 summarizes the GTX line poster: space lived e performance without compromise. The poppiera architecture at two levels, the side terrace and tri-propulsion waterjet offer a experience of use that no direct competitor replicates so “sporty”. If the mission is to sail fast speed, with theatre in contact with the sea and one bridge the GTX116 is one of the most coherent and technically accomplished proposals in the 35 m class.