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Welcome to the special section “BAM 35 Years.” We are presenting “cult” articles from the Motor Boats archive, starting in 1990. A journey through time among stories unobtainable today, even in the great sea of the internet! A dive into the world of epic moments in motor boating. We begin with one of the stories we were most passionate about.
From Boats to Motor 1994, no. 9, October, pp. 50-51
The most talked about, most photographed is Silvio Berlusconi’s Magnum ’70. Here are all the secrets of this 40-knot “monster.”
If the Magnum 70 were an airplane, it would be a Concord; if it were a car, it would undoubtedly be a Ferrari Testa Rossa. Comfortably relaxed in the yacht lounge, traveling at a speed of 40 knots, it’s like riding a supersonic jet. Top speed, top luxury. But what does it look like? Kevlar hull, V-shaped racing hull, allowing high speeds even in rough seas, extreme maneuverability, and an exciting ride as the owner of the first Magnum confirms, “It’s like driving a Ferrari: stimulating, fun, it’s freedom to race.” And internally, an extra luxury category hotel. A mix of kevlar and briarwood for an all-Italian style signed Pininfarina.
Forward is the master cabin with oversize model double bed, plus the three reserved for guests, all with their own bathrooms. Amidships, a reception salon with bar to port, dining area with galley to starboard and control panel, and, for a bit of privacy, an area all dedicated to relaxation with music and TV. Aft is the sleeping area for the crew and the engine compartment. Elegant and comfortable inside, sporty and aggressive outside. Aft sundeck, living area with U-shaped sofa, coffee table and bar in the cockpit, and amidships, the driving area with settee for pilot and co-pilot, both protected by the handcrafted windshield made with stainless steel frames. A mega sports boat, a dream mini megayacht.
The numbers of MAGNUM 170
Length overall m 21.35; Beam m 5, 18; Draft under propellers m 1, 80; Fuel tank 4550 liters: Water tank 950 liters. Passenger berths 6-8; Crew berths 1 2; Maximum speed 40 knots; Cruising speed 35 knots; Detroit Diesel 16V92TA engines.
MAGNUM MARINE, Imp. Otam Brokerage, Via Garibaldi 9, 16038 Santa Margherita Ligure (GE), tel. 0185/280324.
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Welcome to the special section “BAM 35 Years.” We are presenting “cult” articles from the Motor Boats archive, starting in 1990. A journey through time among stories unobtainable today, even in the great sea of the internet! A dive into
Welcome to the special section “BAM 35 Years.” We are presenting “cult” articles from the Motor Boats archive, starting in 1990. A journey through time among stories unobtainable today, even in the great sea of the internet! A dive into
Welcome to the special section “BAM 35 Years.” We are presenting “cult” articles from the Motor Boats archive, starting in 1990. A journey through time among stories unobtainable today, even in the great sea of the internet! A dive into
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