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SILENT 55
The Award-Winning Traveller
In November of 2019, the SILENT 55 won the “Best of Boats Award” in the category “Best for Travel”. This specific category is defined as “suitable for long distance travels with all amenities to live on board permanently, adapted for both inland waters and the tough conditions at sea”. Generally, she can easily be handled by two people, making the SILENT 55 ideal for families cruising with or without additional crew.
SILENT 55 Specifications
Front Closed / Front Exit
Model Versions 3-6
Cabins
6-8 kt
Cruising speed 600 L ~ 1600 L
Fuel
13-20 kt
Top speed 500 L ~ 1000 L
Water
Trans-Ocean
Range 1000 L
Wastewater
Starting Price: €1.97 Mio.
CRUISER
2 x 50 kW
E-motors
6~8 kt
Cruising speed
150 kWh
Lithium battery
13~14 kt
Top Speed
100 kW
Generator
The ideal entry into the world of solar powered noiseless cruising. Two electric motors allow you to seamlessly glide towards the horizon providing high levels of comfort, making this option suitable for long term economic cruising. Furthermore, the solar-electric drivetrain features unprecedented levels of reliability and security with almost zero maintenance work needed.
E-POWER
2 x 150 kW
E-motors
6~8 kt
Cruising speed
225 kWh
Lithium battery
16~17 kt
Top Speed
150 kW
Generator
It offers more powerful electric motors, a more powerful generator and a battery bank with increased capacity. These upgrades result in an increased top speed which can be sustained for a certain period of time. As a result, “E-Power” is a perfect blend of sustaining economic solar powered cruising capabilities with higher performance reserves whenever needed.
E-POWER+
2 x 250 kW
E-motors
6~8 kt
Cruising speed
300 kWh
Lithium battery
19~20 kt
Top Speed
150 kW
Generator
The most powerful propulsion option combines the largest battery bank with the strongest electric motors available. Therefore higher speeds can be sustained for even longer periods of time while also maximizing the amount of energy which can be stored for back-up and deployed whenever needed. E-Power+ delivers the ultimate solar powered yachting experience.

[@sustainablesecrets]

Silent Yacht is my dream come true! I can not wait for Silent Resorts! This is everything to me.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

I also hope we are moving in that direction. The idea of ​​living in a clean and quiet environment is something I strive for.

[@kenreedel7992]

I love the progress the Silent Yacht has made of the last couple of years. It will be my choice when I have completed my sailing. I look forward to the continued improvements

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

I think Silent Yacht is going in the right direction. Energy is becoming an increasing problem, whether it is price or environmental protection. Above all, there is also a wonderful feeling of sailing in silence.

[@mikahund8981]

Lithium Phosphate battery energy density is getting denser... they should catch up with Lithium Ion without the danger of catching fire, double the life time, and other benefits. Or other technologies will show up.... either way, as battery energy densities improve, all electric propelled boats will become accessible with less room needed for large engine rooms and lower maintenance costs.... cannot get here quickly enough, but may take another 10 years... cannot wait!

[@davidlane1248]

This isn't just my dream boat- this is my dream life. Living on a fully electric catamaran full time in the tropics in luxury? Yes, that's all I need If my stocks ever pay off really well, this is what I'm getting.. Otherwise, it's just a dream for the time being 😭

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

That would be a great way to live. With a little patience, money will come and even more sophisticated el. catamarans.

[@davidlane1248]

@@Way2SeaMarioJelavic yeah I'd actually like to see a smaller 30-40 ft range electric catamaran come out. Not just cheaper to buy, but more efficient and- this is just a personal pet peeve with the Silent series- a layout that looks more hippie-utilitarian than the "upclass apartment" look we have here

[@sustainablesecrets]

Me too! We are in the same boat. Lol

[@TheMave34]

Just do the Physics and the Maths. This Type of Boat is just a big Hoax. With just a 210 kW Battery, a 17 kW Solar Panel and an insufficient Generator you'll have never the Indepency you are dreaming on. All the Crap shown is worth 600k, maybe 800k. No Component fits nothing.

[@davidlane1248]

@@TheMave34 you underestimate just how cool I am with hanging out at anchor in one spot, friend

[@scubabunga]

Can't wait to see the 62-trideck walk through. I'm not sure I'll ever be able to afford the sticker price but hope to get one in a few years if I can find a way to make it happen.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

I would love that too. I hope that there will be opportunities for that soon.

[@kaywarren6788]

Love it! I wish it were in my budget....

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

It is also possible to rent 😉

[@slomaj]

Beautiful and huge😆

[@dreamxcviii3249]

Two vertical axis wind turbines places at either side of the boat (front or back) I think would be a great addition and extend the range and indefinite top speed tremendously, obviously you'd need to figure out how to incorporate it into the design in a sleek way, perhaps have them very short instead of on tall poles. I wonder if that can be recommended by the customer and worked out in the build process

[@royroye1643]

They have an optional kite. If they can make it generate power that's better since the higher altitude will have more wind power.

[@DP-nw3lz]

They are very loud. It's not worth the gains

[@michiganengineer8621]

Very nice walk-through of the 55. Outside of the price tag, the only thing I don't like that much is the steering mechanism. Although if you have to make a HARD turn at least you wouldn't have to spin the wheel through 10 rotations to go lock to lock. Note: that may be an option requested by that owner, on the website they show the 55 with a helm wheel at both stations. Functionally, the options I'd want to add would be the battery bank from the E-Power+ (300KWh), the motors from the Cruiser (50Kw) and the kite-sail. As well as every option available from Raymarine.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

Thanks for the comment. Yes, it's a little unusual to see a ship without a steering wheel. From my experience in catamaran riding, I used the steering wheel a bit. Since the propellers are at the ends of each hull, it is very easy to maneuver the catamaran only with propulsion engines. The Silent 55 is equipped with two bow thrusters, which makes such a maneuver even easier. I use autopilot in the voyage itself. If a correction of the direction of navigation with autopilot is required, it is simply performed. Since the sailing speed is not high, it is easier to control the autopilot. It is a bit unusual for me that the ship does not have a steering wheel, but I think it is more of a psychological moment than a practical one. As for the batteries, I’m not expert enough here for a good answer. Kind regards, Mario

[@Bobperkowski]

Is there anyway to spend a week on a Silent Yacht? Anywhere. We have retired and looking for new life adventures.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

In Europe it is possible to rent in Spain in Mallorca.

[@ston3kill3r]

An unlimited range on solar at 5knots sounds pretty good , even with a diesel generator for back up

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

Thanks for the comment. I agree. Speed ​​is less important to me. I am much more comfortable with lower speed without noise, especially when you add unlimited autonomy and driving at no cost. A generator is always a good option in case of need. Kind regards, Mario

[@TheMave34]

@@Way2SeaMarioJelavic After 15 Hours at 4 Knots (60 nm) you have to charge the Batteries with solar only for 2 Days (at best conditions) ? You are right, unlimited autonomy at no cost. Except wasted Lifetime.

[@sidepass]

On the left side, on the right side, really Jorg? How about port and starboard.

[@jakob504]

Great video!! The floor plan picture at the end is from another configuration where you don't have the front exit door (as the boat in the video had), but instead have the master cabin in front.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

Thank you!

[@barryholiday8998]

Any consideration about installing masts on port and starboard sides to fly square sails? Forgot the name of these but they are found on some yachts. Also, any thoughts about making a trimaran?

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

Very interesting ideas. I will pass them on to their team, when the opportunity arises.

[@barryholiday8998]

@@Way2SeaMarioJelavic btw, here is an example of the type of sail system I was referencing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3uZq6iabKaZiJY

[@Awol991]

Silent has an automatically controlled kite wing to pull the boat.

[@barryholiday8998]

@@Awol991 yes, but it doesn’t seem like it can be used that often because it depends on particular wind conditions and circumstances.

[@napoleano2748]

Or maybe use your forward props replace with retractable props that can fold up causing no drag or fold out and generate power like Sailing Uma did in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqDYqIaor7Cpgbc I could see having problems out on the ocean and a week of cloudy weather. I think I would miss sails on this boat for sure otherwise a beautiful Catamaran!

[@phan1182]

You can have 50 people on this boat

[@kaidox5542]

Dont remove my steering wheel ..

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

In the near future, all steering wheels will disappear. The digital world brings new ways of navigation.

[@raramouni]

5 knots is way too slow in the middle of any ocean when bad weather is headed your way or trying to avoid.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

I agree. Even 8 knots (average catamaran speed) will not be enough. The average speed of a motor catamaran is more than 10 knots, but the autonomy is not great. The combination of sails and engines seems to be the best combination for long ocean voyages after all.

[@aikidoisthebombyeah]

well top speed is around 18 knots but you can only maintain that for about 2 hours apparently... then the generators kick in... shouldn't be a problem since 55 already made transatlantic passage

[@TheMave34]

@@aikidoisthebombyeah The Generator should at least fit the Power needed by the E-Motors. In this configuration you have big E-motors, fed by a small Generator and an auxiliary Solar Panel.

[@TheMave34]

@@Way2SeaMarioJelavic If the Kite-Sail is more then 10 sqm big, then yes. The Sea Trial Video of the Company was more funny. I first thought, they raised a Flag at Bow. Then they explained, it was the Kite.

[@frostypi7042]

do they offer a wind generator as an option?

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

As far as I know, no. Spinnaker is an additional option.

[@talasoghli6101]

What's the price in Australia?

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

The price in Europe starts from 2 million Euros. For the price in Australia please contact [e-mail] or www.silent-yachts.com/contact-us/ If I can help you with some other information, please let me know

[@ramdas363]

It's the same price, then you just ride it from Europe to AU ;)

[@talasoghli6101]

@@ramdas363 I'm on my way, oops, on my water to be correct... swimming to Europe to get my boat.... :P

[@ramdas363]

@@talasoghli6101 Right. I heard Aussies aren't even allowed to leave the country without special permission anymore, like North Korea. Not surprised you're looking into an escape option, this sort of Yacht seems like a really good life insurance for the case that things get worse.

[@cobblestonecustoms1732]

hallo, what is the headroom inside the yacht. im 2m tall

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

5.4 salon a) Vast panoramic salon of - 40m2 - headroom : 205 cm

[@americangayboy821]

3 million bucks and don't even get a steering wheel 🤣🤣🤣 if I had that money to waste I would want 3 million steering wheels 🤣🤣🤣

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

It is very interesting to see human perception. The steering wheel on an electric vehicle in the 21st century seems to me like a step backwards.

[@re.veteran4425]

I lost interest when I saw you no longer fit a steering wheel.

[@Way2SeaMarioJelavic]

Thanks for the comment. Yes, it's a little unusual to see a ship without a steering wheel. From my experience in catamaran riding, I used the steering wheel a bit. Since the propellers are at the ends of each hull, it is very easy to maneuver the catamaran only with propulsion engines. The Silent 55 is equipped with two bow thrusters, which makes such a maneuver even easier. I use autopilot in the voyage itself. If a correction of the direction of navigation with autopilot is required, it is simply performed. Since the sailing speed is not high, it is easier to control the autopilot. It is a bit unusual for me that the ship does not have a steering wheel, but I think it is more of a psychological moment than a practical one. Kind regards, Mario

[@simonsandvik7367]

What would you do with the steering wheel?