Palm Beach Motor Yachts unveils the luxury high-performance GT RS Series
There is one simple and all-defining methodology to determine the successof a yacht’s hull design: can it deliver exceptional performance no matter what type of propulsionpackage is selected? If the fundamentals are exact and flawless, then performance and efficiency,along with a smooth sure-footed ride can be achieved no matter if straight shafts, pod drives, jetdrives, or outboards are selected. And this is precisely what Palm Beach Motor Yachts continuesto prove with its range of bespoke performance motor yachts—truly defining what it means to bethe yachtsman’s powerboat.Moreover, on a Palm Beach Motor Yacht all of these attributes are delivered along with superiorhandling and stability even in challenging sea conditions as proven by countless ownertestimonials from around the world. While other lesser yachts are tied to the dock, a Palm Beachowner can easily get to their next destination safely and comfortably even in less than idealconditions.Leading the way in this next generation of offshore powerboats is the GT RS Series which includesthe new GT50 RS, GT60 RS, and now the GT70 RS.
The new GT70 tooling is complete and epitomizes the best of Palm Beach Motor Yachts andwill be sure to turn heads from Sydney to Sardinia. Mark Richards and team designed her withthree sumptuous staterooms, including a full-beam mast cabin amidships. This galley-downlayout allows for a luxurious salon area with plush lounging and dining areas, as well as port andstarboard double helm seats. In addition, like every Palm Beach Motor Yacht, each GT70 can becustom tailored to the owners’ specific needs and taste.For those seeking additional speed and life in the fast lane, Palm Beach Motor Yachts offers theGT70 RS which features triple 1,000-horsepower Volvo Penta IPS 1350s.
This industry leading performance is delivered thanks to Palm Beach Motor Yachts' proprietary V-WARP®TECHNOLOGY developedbyMark Richards. It’s a combination of hull form, exoticconstruction materials and the build process itself. Trademarks of the V-WARP®TECHNOLOGY hullutilized on all Palm Beach Motor Yacht models include a fine entry, a graceful curvature amidships,and minimal deadrise at the transom. Each hull is infused with a precise resin to E-Glass ratio withunidirectional and multi-axial fibre, resulting in a strong, fast, and efficient hull form. This hullis thenfused directly to the carbon fibre structure, bulkheads, deck, and superstructure of thevessel. Thisall contributes to significantly superior fuel efficiency and class-leading performanceno matterwhat engine package is selected.Following-up on the announcements of the Palm Beach 85 and Palm Beach 107 in 2024 (bothcurrently sold and in production) the new GTRS series is poised to captivate yachtsmen with itscompelling design, exhilarating performance, and dynamic agility.The GT50 RS, GT60 RS, and the flagship GT70 RS make up the GTRS range.The GT50 RS is available in Quad V8 500-horsepoweroutboards. The newly announced GT60 RS isavailable withQuad V12 600-horsepoweroutboards , while the GT70 RS will reach exhilaratingspeeds with Triple Volvo Penta 1,000 horsepower IPS 1350s. Each configuration satisfies theinsatiable appetite for intoxicating performance and ferocityof offshore yachting.
“We will never compromise on performance and a superior ride,” says Mark Richards. “With everyboat we build, we prove that both of these attributes can co-exist easily when the design and buildprocess are flawless. That’s what excites me every day.”The first Palm Beach GT 50RS with quad V8 500-horsepower Mercury Racing outboard enginesis being built for a highly knowledgeable yachtsman who is a current Palm Beach Motor Yachtowner. The owner has offices in both Connecticut and New York City and was fueled by a desire tocommute in style and make the often-arduous slog a lot more fun.
When a buyer purchases a luxury yacht directly from an award winning boatbuilder such asPalm Beach Motor Yachts, they gain access to a personalized experience that productionmanufacturers simply can’t match. Working closely with Mark Richards and team ensures everydetail of their yacht reflects their vision, from bespoke design features to custom finishes. Thiscollaboration represented by these new models reminds the company’s clients they are notjust buying a model off a production line; they’re creating a one-of-a-kind yacht tailored to theirlifestyle, with superior quality, performance, technology and innovation.
