Grand Banks Yachts has introduced the Grand Banks 62, a new model that enhances speed and range, marking a new era in performance cruising motoryachts. The announcement was made in January 2026.
Grand Banks Yachts Limited, with its 70-year history, continues to innovate in the design and construction of long-distance cruising yachts. The Grand Banks 62 is the latest addition to their lineup, designed to offer improved performance in terms of speed and range. This model is part of the company's ongoing efforts to advance performance cruising motoryachts.
Depending upon the engine selection, the Grand Banks 62 can achieve a top speed of 30-knots, and a high cruise speed of 27 knots. If owners’ adventures lead them farther over the horizon, the GB62 has a range of 2,000 nautical miles with 10-percent reserve at 10 knots. At 20 knots, total fuel burn will average 38 gallons-per-hour representing market leading performance when compared to other cruising motoryachts. And throughout this speed curve, the running attitude of the V-Warp® Technology hull remains at about six degrees, keeping the maximum amount of waterline in the water for added efficiency and speed..
The yacht's V-Warp Technology hull maintains a running attitude of about six degrees, optimizing waterline contact for enhanced efficiency and speed. This design feature is integral to the yacht's performance capabilities.
The standard engine configuration includes twin Volvo D13 engines, each rated at 900 horsepower, paired with Twin Disc MGX 5096A marine transmissions. Optional engine packages are available, including twin Volvo D13s with shaft drives rated at 1,000 horsepower each, or Volvo IPS 1200S engines rated at 900 horsepower each.
Grand Banks Yachts continues to build on its legacy of pioneering yacht design, offering models that cater to the needs of long-distance cruisers seeking both performance and efficiency.