Wajer 44s

With the promise of being the ‘ultimate long range explorer’ we’ve been hankering to test the Arksen 85 for some time. Did it live up to the boatbuilder’s robust adventure credentials? Hugo Andreae finds out

LOA: 60ft 5in (18.41m) BEAM: 17ft 7in (5.40m) ENGINES: IPS-800s /D11-725s /D13-900s TOP SPEED: 29-32 knots PRICE: On application CONTACT: www.grandbanks.com

The 45-50ft sportscruiser market has long been one ...

LOA: 72ft 10in (22.18m) BEAM: 19ft 0in (5.80m) ENGINES: Triple IPS-1050s /IPS-1350s TOP SPEED: 40 knots PRICE: On application CONTACT: www.vandutch.com

Readers will be aware that the Hanse 360 has been out for over a year now and this entry level Hanse has received many plaudits during that time for its blend of cruising versatility and ease of handl

LOA: 80ft 3in (24.47m) BEAM: 19ft 5in (5.91m) ENGINES: Twin MAN V12 1550s / 1800s TOP SPEED: 27-31 knots PRICE: On application CONTACT: www.ferretti-yachts.com