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CNB 78 NEW ORDER Yacht for Sale

Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

New CNB 78 semi-custom sailing yacht for delivery worldwide to North America and Caribbean buyers. Base price in Euros ex-VAT.

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Accommodations, dimensions & capacity, construction.

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Cnb 78 overview.

New CNB 78 semi-custom sailing yacht for delivery worldwide to North America and Caribbean buyers.

There is always someone special aboard a CNB. A sailor who values performance, safety and luxury. An adventure seeker who truly loves the sea. If these are your aspirations, book an appointment to view the CNB 78 at the Cannes Yachting Festival from 12 - 17 September 2023.

In 2021, CNB became part of Solaris Yachts in Italy who are known for their exceptional build quality. The new CNB 78, built by Solaris, is the creation of award winning naval architect Philippe Briand, who also designed the highly successful CNB 76 and CNB 66. His legendary work includes the two-time America's Cup winner "Alinghi".

If you are considering a ~24 meter (~80 foot) sailing yacht from Nautor's Swan, Oyster or YYachts, you owe it to yourself to take a close look at the new CNB 78 by Solaris.

The CNB 78 redefines what a luxurious offshore sailing yacht should be. An evolution from her incredibly successful predecessor, the CNB 76, this new model takes on the same style and functionality but now offers an even faster hull, more luxury and brighter, larger living spaces where every detail has been designed for pleasure under sail and at anchor.

Architect - Philippe Briand

To be a yacht architect is to find the magic balance between art and science. No one does that better than Philippe Briand. His designs have achieved over fifteen Yacht of the Year awards and six America's Cup campaigns, In addition, Philippe himself has won two world championships as skipper. His signature sleek profile and sense of proportion combine to make the CNB 78 a stunningly beautiful, fast, easily sailed yacht to explore all oceans.

Interior Designer - Jean Marc Piaton

Designer of the highly successful predecessor, the CNB 76 and Cruising World's Best Luxury Cruiser the CNB 66, Jean-Marc Piaton infused the CNB 78 with the same style; both timeless and innovative, bright, comfortable. An elegance made of balance, harmony and simplicity of lines with even more luxury.

Builder - Solaris Yachts Srl

Over forty years of dedicated boat building and refitting experience, superior technical knowledge and skilled craftsmanship combine to create yachts that are exceptionally seaworthy and luxurious. The quality and finish of the yard's interior joinery, fine woods, superyacht caliber materials, fittings and fixtures are distinctive features of Solaris, renowned and appreciated all over the world.

Main Characteristics

DIMENSIONS 

Length overall: 24,85 m

Hull Length: 23,25 m

LWL: 22,20 m

Beam: 6,15 m

Standard keel (cast iron fin & lead bulb), 14.000 kg, 3,50 m 

Optional lead keel (steel fin & lead bulb), 13.000 kg, 3,00 m

Optional lead keel (steel fin & lead bulb), 12.100 kg, 3,50 m

AIR DRAFTS  (without antennas)                  

Standard sail plan: 32,0 m                                       

Performance sail plan: 34,0 m

Fresh water capacity: 1.500 litres 

Fuel capacity: 2.500 litres

Grey Water capacity: 400 litres

Black Water capacity: 400 litres

SAIL AREAS (sails not supplied)

                                                Standard Sail Plan                     Performance Sail Plan 

I                                                          30,00 m                                    31,50 m

J                                                           9,06 m                                      9,06 m

P                                                         29,00 m                                    31,00 m

E                                                           9,60 m                                      9,60 m

Mainsail                                                 160 m²                                      175 m²

Furling genoa                                        144 m²                                      152 m²

Staysail                                                   79 m²                                        82 m²

Asymmetrical spinnaker                       470 m²                                       530 m²

CONSTRUCTION

• The hull is hand laminated with vinylester resin on all its external layers to have total protection against osmosys, PVC core is glued under vacuum and the inner skin is made in infusion as well as the internal structures and bulkheads. Non structural bulkheads are made of marine grade plywood.
• Carbon fibre reinforcements on keel floors and side chainplates.
• Watertight bulkheads forward and aft fully laminated to hull and deck.
• Deck made of composite/PVC foam sandwich is vacuum infused as well.
• Coachroof structures are reinforced with carbon fibre unidirectionals.
• The entire structure is certified by RINa according to the ISO 12215-5 rule.
• White gel-coat finish on hull, deck and helm seats, antiskid white paint on coachroof. 
• Gelcoat finish of the accessible bilges areas;
• Black waterline stripe on hull (optional colours available)
• Cockpit sole and cockpit seats are laid with 10 mm thick teak or Esthec. Main deck and swimming plattform are optionally laid with 10 mm thick teak or Esthec.
• The keel, built with a top plate, is fitted to the hull with s/s bolts.
• Twin hanging rudders with vacuum epoxy rudder blades and AISI630  rudder stocks.
• Stainless steel cable on steering car and traveller. 
• Opening transom door/swim platform give access to tender garage.

Deck Hardware And Exterior

DECK HARDWARE

• Fixed carbon bowsprit fixed on the bow with built in anchor system;
• Fixed anchor roller, electrical windlass, 63 kg galvanized anchor, 100 m chain Ø 12 mm.
• S/s pushpits and pulpits.
• LED navigation lights.
• Double s/s lifelines with one opening gate at midship on each side. 
• 8 mooring cleats and 2 fairleads
• S/s recessed chainplates.
• Self tacking track for jib or staysail sheet,
• Harken (or similar) genoa sheet tracks and cars.
• Recessed companionway sprayhood.
• Harken turning blocks.
• 4 jammers on the mast 
• 2 x Harken ST80 (or similar) primary winches in cockpit.  
• 2 x Harken ST70 (or similar) multipurpose winches in cockpit . 
• 1 x Harken ST80 (or similar) mainsail electric winch in cockpit. 
• 2 x Harken ST70 (or similar) halyards and reef winches on deck at mast step, the starboard winch being electric. 
• 2 x GRP steering wheels,
• 2 x helmsman seats with console for navigation instruments and compasses. Engine and bow thruster control on STBD side;
• 11 flush deck Solimar hatches on deck;
• 1 x flush deck Solimar hatches on starboard cockpit seat to provide access to the galley
• 1 x flush deck Solimar hatches on port cockpit seat to provide air and light to the aft cabin;
• 2 x accesses to lazarettes in cockpit.
• 1 x access to garage from cockpit.
• 2 x accesses to liferafts lockers from cockpit.
• Teak cockpit table (option to convert it into a sun bath area).
• Space for optional fridge.
• Hot and cold cockpit shower.
• The sail locker in the forepeak can accommodate a crew cabin. 
• Blind large deck hatch (with exterior lock) (clear part in PMMA as an option), 
• S/s ladder.
• 1 x 230 V electric outlet
• 2 bars for halyards on the hull topsides.
• Bow thruster (optional),
• Chain locker and windlass electrical control box,
• Hydraulic manifold for fwd furlers (option) 

TENDER GARAGE

• The tender garage is accessible from the transom when opened and from a deck hatch located in the cockpit.
• The garage can accommodate up to a 3.50 m RIB type tender with outboard engine, or a 3.95 m Williams type jet tender with deflatable bow section; 
• The large transom door opens to the sea to provide a swimming platform ,
• Removable s/s swim ladder with teak steps is supplied. 
• The platform is operated through hydraulic rams;
• A dedicated system to help the tender in and out of the garage is available as option
• The garage is self-draining with natural ventilation;
• The two lazarettes are accessible from cockpit through dedicated hatch
• Electric bilge pump from the central portion of the bilge
• 2 bars can serve as hangers on the hull topsides.
• Access to steering mechanism and optional autopilot.
• Gelcoat  finish.
• 2 x 230 V electric outlets, one in each lazarette;

SPARS AND RIGGING

• Silver anodised aluminium mast, 3 sets of spreaders.
• Silver anodised aluminium boom (pre-equipped for automatic reefing system).
• Rod standing rigging.
• Running rigging.
• Hydraulic boom vang and backstays,  outhaul cylinder and genoa halyard tensioner (four functions unit in the cockpit).
• Deck search light integrated  with motoring light
• Anchor light at masthead
• Manual genoa furling system.

Engine, Tankage, Electrical

• Engine : Volvo Penta D4 - 175hp, @ 2800rpm  (optional 230hp, @ 3400 rpm)
• Sound proofed engine compartment (extra density plate). 
• AISI630  shaft with thrust bearing and CV joint to improve comfort,
• 3 fixed blades propeller.
• Engine control panel on starboard helm console.
• Fuel tankage: 2500 litres in two stainless steel tanks installed in the middle of the boat.
• Double fuel/water separator 

ENGINE ROOM

• Underneath the saloon floor, the engine room is located at the most favourable place for the boat’s balance.
• Access 2 central hatches in the saloon floor;
• Sound insulated engine compartment. 
• Automatic and remote controlled fire extinguisher.
• 2 Light appliances.
• 1 x 230 V outlet.
• This compartment receives the main Volvo diesel engine, the generator in its soundproof cocoon, the Air Conditioning system (option), the Water-maker (option), the water heater, pumps and filters.
• 1500 litres fresh water in two stainless steel tanks, installed in the middle of the boat.
• Pressurized hot and cold water system.
• 100 L water heater powered at  220V and heat exchanger from main engine. 
• Fresh water shore inlet.
• Manual bilge pump.
• Electrical bilge pumps with the options of automatic function for sail locker and Lazarette 
• Grey water are collected into sump boxes and delivered through electric pumps to a main 400 L PET tank on starboard;
• Black water are delivered from the electric toilets to the main 400 L PET holding tank on port;
• Valves for emptying the tanks are easily accessible;  
• Electrical panel 12V / 24V / 230V. Control panel in the aft area (galley).
•  63 A Shore connection with 25 m cable.
• 17.5 kW, 230 V generator with sound shield.
• 2x Mastervolt Mass Combi Pro 24V/3500-100 A combined battery chargers and inverters for service batteries. One inverter is powering the fridges, the other is powering the sockets;
• 12V primary alternator on main engine. 
• 24V secondary alternator on main engine, 115 A. 
• 24V service gel batteries bank , 840 Ah capacity C20.
• 2 Main engine and 1 generator starting batteries. 12V-75Ah
• 24V LED lighting throughout.
• 230V electric outlets.

Saloon And Galley

COMPANIONWAY

• Access to the saloon is through a transverse transparent sliding hatch.
• Companionway wooden steps with recessed lighting.
• Just under the deckhouse, the saloon hosts a lounge space  and a dining/saloon area.
• Very clear, the saloon enjoys a remarkable panoramic view to the outside. 
• Direct and indirect lighting are ensured via overhead and reading lights. 
• Night courtesy lights;
• 4 x 230 V and 2 x USB outlets.
• Several lockers alongside the hull and behind the seat backs.
• Space for audio system (option).

Lounge space (starboard)

• 2 opposed settees with coffee table in between
• Lockers alongside with space for optional wine cooler and coffee machine

Dining area (portside)

• Large U shaped settee to port.
• Fixed dining table for 8 guests.
• Optional TV on lifting mechanism.

The galley is positioned in the aft starboard portion of the boat, five steps underneath the saloon area and ensures a better privacy to the guests in the saloon and in the fore cabins. The galley is equipped with high-quality yacht outfit:

• Access to the cockpit via an opening hatch. 
• Ventilation and natural light via cockpit hatch and portholes.
• Recirculating range hood.
• Direct and indirect lighting above worktops.
• Functional U shaped organization, with a bar worktop and two stools.

The galley area includes, on centerline a chart table:

• Electrical distribution switchboard.
• Chart table with chart and pencil storage.
• 1 x 230 V  and 2 x USB outlets.
• Space for instruments displays, bookshelf.

The galley includes as well:

• Foldable ladder to exit to the cockpit;
• Low and high stowage lockers, 
• White Corian © worktop, 
• S/s double sink with single lever mixer tap,
• Trash bin under the sink,
• Miele gimballed 4 burners electric stove and oven powered by the inverter within the limits of its power, switchable to shore power or generator;
• Microwave oven powered through the inverter,
• 140 L capacity front opening Miele freezer (aft of galley), 
• 230 L  capacity front opening Miele fridge with 57 L capacity freezer compartment (front of galley) 
• 2 x 230V outlets,
• Fastening belt for cooking when the boat is heeling,
• Space for Miele dishwasher (optional),
• Space for washer-dryer, 5kgs capacity (optional),
• Space for trash compactor and sink macerator (optional), 
• Space for wine cooler ( optional), 
• Space for additional fridge or freezer (optional).

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Wood finishes : Natural oak and lacquered areas, Optional choice among 2 other ambiances. 
• Wide doors.
• Blinds on portholes. (electrical blinds as an option)
• Blinds and mosquito screens on deck hatches.

OWNER’S CABIN 

• The owner’s cabin is positioned in the forward section of the yacht and runs across at full width.
• Light and ventilation via 2 fixed hull portholes and 3 opening deck hatches.
• General lighting and reading lights.
• Double berth, 2.00m x 1.60m.
• Storage underneath.
• Bookshelves and lockers on the front bulkhead.
• Working desk with drawers topped by a slatted partition. Reservation for an optional TV on a lift mechanism
• Hanging locker to starboard.
• Locker to port.
• Lower lockers to port and starboard.
• Working desk to starboard.
• 2 x 230V and 2 USB outlets.

OWNER’S TOILET 

The owner’s cabin has a fully private en-suite toilet and shower:

• Separate shower stall with PET grating,
• One opening deck hatch for light and ventilation,
• Overhead light, and second light close to mirror,
• Automatic waste water pump out to grey water holding tank,
• Planus © (or similar) fresh water electric marine toilet,
• Washbasin with hot and cold water,
• Bathroom cabinet with electric shaver plug,
• Mirror, heating towel holder, toilet roll holder.

PORT GUEST CABIN 

• Double lateral bed to port, 2.00m x 1.60m, convertible to two single berths.
• Light and ventilation via fixed hull porthole and opening deck hatch.
• Full height  locker on portside.
• 2 x 230 V and 2 USB outlets.

PORT GUEST TOILET 

The port guest cabin has a private en suite toilet and shower:

• Opening deck hatch for light and ventilation,
• Planus ©  (or similar) fresh water electric marine toilet,
• Mirror, toilet roll holder.

STARBOARD GUEST CABIN

• Double bed, 2.00m x 1.60m.
• 2 x 230 V and 2 x USB outlets.

STARBOARD GUEST TOILET 

The starboard guest cabin has a private en suite toilet & shower:

• Shower stall with PET grating,

AFT PORT GUEST / CREW CABIN 

• 2x single beds, 2.00m long. Convertible into a double bed as an option,
• One bunk bed on the topsides available as option
• Light and ventilation via fixed hull porthole, opening portholes and opening hatch to cockpit.
• Full height locker on portside.
• Shelf alongside the bed
• Locker and shelves on centerline

AFT PORT GUEST / CREW TOILET 

The aft port cabin has a private en suite toilet & shower:

• Mechanical ventilation,
• Overhead light, and 2nd light close to mirror,

The technical specifications and other information in this listing are not contractual. The renderings, illustrations and photos of the boat may include optional equipment or accessories.

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CNB 66 yacht test: Intoxicating cruiser is a cut above the mainstream

• Toby Hodges
• July 4, 2019

Is the CNB 66 the largest Sailing yacht that can be handled by a family crew? Toby Hodges reports

All photos: Nicholas Claris

Congratulations. You’ve finally received that hefty bonus. Or perhaps you cashed in your pension, married wisely, or are a successful gambler or racketeer. However you came across the funds, you have decided now is the time to spend them and live the dream.

You want a modish monohull, a yacht that is both spirited to sail and sexy to look at – something out of the ordinary. You crave a yacht that is as at home crossing an ocean with friends as it is providing premium class coastal holidays with the family. And you want something that you can contemplate with pride.

At first glance, the CNB 66 could be the ideal choice. But is this just another pretty face or will she perform? And will she, as CNB suggests, be manageable by owners and their families without needing paid crew? We sailed her off the south of France to find out.

Backstay rams run vertically under the aft deck. Runners are used only to stop the mast pumping when sailing under staysail in a swell.

Punchy design

An increasing number of production yacht builders have moved up to this mid-60ft mark, but the key difference with CNB is that it has come down in size from superyachts. It uses the Beneteau Group’s buying power and industrial experience to help keep price tags modest, combined with its own R&D, engineering and big boat know-how to produce elegant craft that are a cut above the mainstream in style and substance. Think superyacht looks and feel but without the cost of a similar-sized semi-custom yacht.

The base price of a CNB 66 is around 40 per cent less than that of an Oyster or Contest, though if all the optional extras are chosen, as was the case with the test boat, that margin reduces considerably.

The 66 marks CNB’s 30th anniversary and is a model that plays on the success of the Bordeaux 60 (46 sold in nine years) and the CNB 76 (21 in four years). She shares a similar Philippe Briand-designed sporty hull and coachroof shape to the 76, but the bowsprit option is new.

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Upwind control

Docking out of the bustling marina at Port Cogolin, we were met by ideal sunny sailing conditions. It was the day after the closing regatta of the Mediterranean season, Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. A Force 4 easterly was blowing and we had the Golfe de Saint-Tropez to ourselves.

Beating upwind under full main and genoa, we could pinch up to 22° to the apparent wind, making 7.5 knots. This rose up to 8.5 knots at 25° apparent as the breeze picked up into the mid-teens. My three crewmates demonstrated how easy it is to reef the CNB 66, an important consideration in taming this powerful cruiser.

The test boat has a carbon mast and hydraulic roller-furling carbon vee boom, developed with Hall Spars. Although this is an option over the standard aluminium rig, it is a significant feature for CNB in its efforts to convince couples that this is a manageable yacht.

Once the main is hoisted, the mandrel is hydraulically engaged. To furl, a remote switch powers the mandrel while the halyard is eased from the mast base winch. The system can also be controlled manually using an emergency line.

Without changing our heading, the main was sheeted out, a reef was wound in and we sailed on – at the same speed and with a bit less heel and pointing. Point nicely proven.

The boom and reefing mechanism is a seriously expensive option though. I would expect that, for €140,000, it might hoist or lower sails automatically and make drinks at the same time. Yet this system still requires a crewmember at the mast base to work the halyard winch and the control switch for the mandrel.

With full sail quickly and easily restored, we were soon out of the bay and into a steady sea breeze – and the 66 was in her element. Once she has that extra couple of knots of wind and degrees of heel, the CNB 66 accelerates another half-knot.

The masculine styling, including the low, wraparound design of the coachroof, is signature Briand

The sweet spot

It was a noticeable and delightful difference – she is a boat that sails best powered up. Indeed, it is once we cracked off a little onto a fetch that I found her sweet spot. This is the way to cover the sea miles, I thought – 15 knots wind at 50° apparent, clocking a steady 10 knots boat speed. We spent an intoxicating hour like that, close reaching back and forth across the mouth of the bay, savouring the experience.

The test boat had twin headsails – 90 per cent of CNB owners take this staysail option

In general, the feel on the helm is fun and authoritative. When the boat is less pressed, it can feel a little neutral and she can wander. The large twin rudders suit her design though.

Despite a noticeable amount of drag off the leeward blade, the direct grip they provide make easy work for the autopilot.

We hoisted a bright pink asymmetric sail for the return leg into the bay. This felt wonderful for the short spell when I could heat her up a little, making up to 10.5 knots.

But depth restrictions soon forced us to bear away to a more sedate angle, heel and speed. If we tried to sail much lower than 120° apparent, the asymmetric would lose too much apparent wind and start to flog.

As we slid past the old harbour at Saint-Tropez under port gybe, I couldn’t help thinking how at home the CNB 66 looked. This is one chic and stylish mini superyacht that will stand out for the right reasons wherever she sails.

Modern deck design

The twin helm stations are well designed. The outboard helm seats enable you to sit out in comfort, both to windward and leeward, with full vision along the side decks. Foot chocks will help when standing at the helm, and these are installed at handover stage according to each owner’s specification.

Directly in front of the helmsman’s seats are consoles for plotters, instruments, engine throttles and thruster controls. However, I found the motorboat-style joystick thruster controls were positioned too close to the wheel and could easily get knocked. Bow and stern thrusters help alleviate concerns about handling a yacht of this size with twin rudders in port – but I’d ask for conventional switches.

The main cockpit is set up for relaxing. The table lowers to form a sunbed but the coamings are a little low.

To get to the winches the helmsman has to walk outboard around the large consoles or inboard around the pedestals. It is then possible to keep a hand on the wheel and let off a lazy sheet. In reality, however, either one crewmember (or the autopilot) would helm while one or two others trim main and foresails.

The benefit of keeping the sailing systems aft is that, like most big yachts today, it leaves the main cockpit free of sailing systems. The seating area is larger to port and the companionway is offset a little. This slightly unsymmetrical design continues below through to the forward accommodation to provide privacy to the offset berth in the owner’s cabin.

The cockpit coamings are low, maintaining the sleek aesthetics of the superstructure, but offer little comfort or protection. This makes the optional padded backrest cushions a wise choice. Playtime at anchor and a smart means of getting ashore are important considerations for a yacht of this type.

Leisure time at anchor is well considered. The bathing platform is large and the RIB can be launched within a minute

A large, hydraulic-powered bathing platform lowers to reveal a tender garage roomy enough to house a 3.25m Williams jet RIB. Runner boards can mount onto the platform to help deploy the dinghy and an electric belt winch aids retrieval.

The forepeak sail locker is large enough to be used as an optional crew cabin, it has 7ft headroom, a proper fixed ladder and a useful watertight door into the interior. I liked the workbench with sockets for charging power tools and the tower of bosun’s boxes for spare parts.

Deck saloon appeal

Jean-Marc Piaton has designed another elegant, modern and light interior, which, as with the CNB 76, produces an air of quality and distinction throughout. The beamy deck saloon, with its ample natural light and views, creates a superb first impression.

Feedback from owners about its previous models led CNB to maximise interior space in the saloon and adjoining galley. It uses the full beam in the saloon, with the sofas taken right out to the hull sides. Elsewhere the 66 shares a similar layout to the 76, except the aft galley adjoins the saloon and the aft double cabin is suitable for either guests or crew.

The airy galley connects nicely with the deck saloon via an open bulkhead and navstation desk

Open spaces have their downsides at sea, however. Going below when the yacht is heeled quickly establishes that the CNB 66 badly needs a handrail on the deckhead in the saloon. It is a good distance between the saloon table and the sofa. And the carpet had yet to be secured down, which merely compounded my precarious efforts to walk forward. I also found the 90° companionway steps too angular for use at heel – curved sides would help.

An open bulkhead separates saloon and galley but allows interaction between both. These areas are divided by an aft-facing navstation, which is well placed to communicate with those on deck.

The cabins have an attractive décor. They feature lit and ventilated wardrobes, bookshelves, leecloths and fittings, fabric on the hull liners and full-length mirrors on the doors. It’s a harmonious mix of designer and practical details.

The word ‘smart’ littered my notes. Even the heads and shower compartments, which have heated towel rails and electric flush as standard, are very, um, smart. The effect is of a modern, chic apartment. The cabins are all rather compact though. A combination including both a sail locker and a tender garage squeezes the rest of the accommodation space slightly.

For a new boat, she also felt very complete. Yacht Solutions, an independent company based near CNB in Bordeaux, supplies equipment for most new CNB clients, ranging from safety and technical gear to crockery and bed linen.

Below the saloon

Another reason a deck saloon is popular on medium-to-large sized yachts is that it allows the builders to install tanks and mechanics beneath it, keeping the weight central and freeing up accommodation and stowage space elsewhere.

CNB uses a modular build system where the interior is fully constructed before being lowered into receivers in the hull. This ensures consistent quality and reduces build times.

The engine room, all contained in one metal box, is one of these five modules on the CNB 66. Two quick access points in the saloon sole allow for regular maintenance checks, otherwise, the carpets and chairs need to be removed to lift the soleboards. The benefit of doing so, however, is that access to machinery is then excellent.

It needs to be. With tanks, plumbing, and optional watermaker all contained in here, it is a crowded machinery space. Indeed, the hot water tank has been moved aft on future models to free up room around the genset.

A generous fuel tank capacity (1,300lt) helps provide a motoring range of over 1,000 miles, including three hours’ genset use per day. I like the way the filters, separators and coolant refill are neatly mounted and easy to access. CNB has certainly made sure the parts that require regular servicing are as user-friendly as possible.

The galley is a spacious area to work in, a practical U-shape, with plenty of light and headroom. There is ample cold stowage space, including a 157lt domestic-style fridge. If all the extras are chosen, as aboard the test boat with its extra fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher and wine climatiser, dry goods stowage space is compromised.

CNB uses electric cooking appliances as standard to avoid the need to carry gas. These are powered off the batteries and inverter for quick cooking, or the genset for Sunday roasts.

The aft cabin is versatile because it will suit either guests or a paid crew, and the separation in space to the forward cabins ensures a good degree of privacy from and for the owner. However, the cabin is on different sole levels and does feel slightly cramped, particularly in the compact ensuite heads where a larger-framed crewmember would struggle to get through the doorway. To provide space for a separate shower cubicle, the heads is crammed in behind the door.

The elegant owner’s cabin has a large ensuite forward with access to the sail locker

Forward cabins

The owner’s cabin décor is clever because it feels calming and luxurious despite this not being a particularly large area. It lacks stowage space for couples staying aboard for long periods, but there is an option to choose a dressing room over the fourth heads (currently accessed via the bunk cabin).

The ensuite heads forward has a generous sized separate shower. A door through the forward bulkhead provides useful internal access into the sail locker. The other two guest cabins are a double and a functional family bunk cabin, both with ensuite heads.

Our verdict

The CNB 66 is pitched at the point where two markets meet: where semi-custom luxury rubs up against the economic practicality of serial production. You are led to feel you are aboard a superyacht, but the focus is still on ease of handling for a crew of family and friends at a price that is (just about) still within production yacht territory.

It’s a contemporary design that ticks many boxes that potential owners looking at this size level desire: enjoyable sailing, plentiful deck space, a garage for a jet RIB, a proper deck saloon and a luxury feel to the interior.

CNB says this is the largest yacht that can be handled by its owners. That may be the case, but only provided the owner/skipper has some experience in handling big yachts and their associated loads.

You would need to have a few reliable sailing friends if not using a paid crew. The test boat has a clever in-boom furling system, but still requires at least a couple of able sailors to work it.

This is a dream boat for doing an ocean crossing at pace and in real comfort. It’s sporty enough for the odd social regatta and offers a luxurious platform for holidaying with family. But once you moor up and leave a boat of this size, cost and quality, it would still be prudent even for an owner-operator to have someone to help with maintenance. Volunteers will surely not be hard to find.

Specification

LOA: 20.61m (67ft 7in) LWL: 18.45m (60ft 6in) Beam (max): 5.51m (18ft 1in) Draught: 2.95m (9ft 8in) Displacement (lightship): 31,000kg (68,563lb) Ballast: 9,350kg (20,613lb) Sail area (100% foretriangle): 208.8m 2 (2,248ft 2 ) Berths: 8 Engine: 180hp Volvo D4 Water capacity: 1,000lt (220gal) Fuel capacity: 1,300lt (286gal) Price from: €1,390,000 (ex VAT) Price as tested: €2.1m Design: Philippe Briand & Jean Marc Piaton

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CNB yacht builders joins Solaris Yachts breathing life to the first worldwide excellence yard to build sailing yachts from 40 to 110 feet. These two market-leading brands combined have 80 years of experience. They have decided to pool their heritage of knowledge to focus on satisfying all demanding enthusiasts who love to sail in the Med or around the world, as a couple or with a crew. Since 1974, Solaris Yachts has been setting new standards in the performance cruiser sector. Solaris Yachts’ large and powerful hulls match with elegant, classic and timeless layouts. They are modern and fast sailing boats for sailing and racing enthusiasts who seek pleasure above all from personally steering their boat. Since being founded more than 30 years ago, CNB yacht builders has built a world-renowned position for creating one-off models, then adapting this know-how for semi-custom yachts. A market leader with the CNB 76 and CNB 66, CNB yacht builders is firmly focused on blue water sailing. Combining seaworthiness and unique style, the panoramic roof created by Philippe Briand has become the yard’s iconic signature. Moving forward, the synergies between these two brands will benefit the development of new models, while respecting each one’s identity. Illustrating this, the CNB 8X will be unveiled in a few weeks’ time, pioneering a new age for CNB yacht builders. By joining Solaris, CNB yachts’ future will be developed within a smaller, more responsive structure, adapted to the demands of this exclusive market. Its facilities are calibrated for producing small series with high levels of customization and quality for each yacht. A transition period will run through to 2022 so as to facilitate future deliveries, while enabling Solaris to gradually integrate production. For the boats currently being built, their production will continue to be based in Monfalcone, along with all the future CNB 66 and CNB 76 units sold in 2021. There are no changes to the contractual relationship and these boats will benefit from the same conditions as the other CNB units already delivered. From 2022, CNB 66 and CNB 76 production will gradually transition to the Solaris site, which is around 20 km from Monfalcone. These two complementary brands, driven by the same yard, will continue to set their own course.

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CNB 78 Overview

New CNB 78 semi-custom sailing yacht for delivery worldwide to North America and Caribbean buyers.

There is always someone special aboard a CNB. A sailor who values performance, safety and luxury. An adventure seeker who truly loves the sea. If these are your aspirations, book an appointment to view the CNB 78 at the Cannes Yachting Festival from 12 - 17 September 2023.

In 2021, CNB became part of Solaris Yachts in Italy who are known for their exceptional build quality. The new CNB 78, built by Solaris, is the creation of award winning naval architect Philippe Briand, who also designed the highly successful CNB 76 and CNB 66. His legendary work includes the two-time America's Cup winner "Alinghi".

If you are considering a ~24 meter (~80 foot) sailing yacht from Nautor's Swan, Oyster or YYachts, you owe it to yourself to take a close look at the new CNB 78 by Solaris.

The CNB 78 redefines what a luxurious offshore sailing yacht should be. An evolution from her incredibly successful predecessor, the CNB 76, this new model takes on the same style and functionality but now offers an even faster hull, more luxury and brighter, larger living spaces where every detail has been designed for pleasure under sail and at anchor.

Architect - Philippe Briand

To be a yacht architect is to find the magic balance between art and science. No one does that better than Philippe Briand. His designs have achieved over fifteen Yacht of the Year awards and six America's Cup campaigns, In addition, Philippe himself has won two world championships as skipper. His signature sleek profile and sense of proportion combine to make the CNB 78 a stunningly beautiful, fast, easily sailed yacht to explore all oceans.

Interior Designer - Jean Marc Piaton

Designer of the highly successful predecessor, the CNB 76 and Cruising World's Best Luxury Cruiser the CNB 66, Jean-Marc Piaton infused the CNB 78 with the same style; both timeless and innovative, bright, comfortable. An elegance made of balance, harmony and simplicity of lines with even more luxury.

Builder - Solaris Yachts Srl

Over forty years of dedicated boat building and refitting experience, superior technical knowledge and skilled craftsmanship combine to create yachts that are exceptionally seaworthy and luxurious. The quality and finish of the yard's interior joinery, fine woods, superyacht caliber materials, fittings and fixtures are distinctive features of Solaris, renowned and appreciated all over the world.

Main Characteristics

Length overall: 24,85 m

Hull Length: 23,25 m

LWL: 22,20 m

Beam: 6,15 m

Standard keel (cast iron fin & lead bulb), 14.000 kg, 3,50 m

Optional lead keel (steel fin & lead bulb), 13.000 kg, 3,00 m

Optional lead keel (steel fin & lead bulb), 12.100 kg, 3,50 m

AIR DRAFTS (without antennas)

Standard sail plan: 32,0 m

Performance sail plan: 34,0 m

Fresh water capacity: 1.500 litres

Fuel capacity: 2.500 litres

Grey Water capacity: 400 litres

Black Water capacity: 400 litres

SAIL AREAS (sails not supplied)

Standard Sail Plan Performance Sail Plan

I 30,00 m 31,50 m

J 9,06 m 9,06 m

P 29,00 m 31,00 m

E 9,60 m 9,60 m

Mainsail 160 m² 175 m²

Furling genoa 144 m² 152 m²

Staysail 79 m² 82 m²

Asymmetrical spinnaker 470 m² 530 m²

Construction

CONSTRUCTION

• The hull is hand laminated with vinylester resin on all its external layers to have total protection against osmosys, PVC core is glued under vacuum and the inner skin is made in infusion as well as the internal structures and bulkheads. Non structural bulkheads are made of marine grade plywood.
• Carbon fibre reinforcements on keel floors and side chainplates.
• Watertight bulkheads forward and aft fully laminated to hull and deck.
• Deck made of composite/PVC foam sandwich is vacuum infused as well.
• Coachroof structures are reinforced with carbon fibre unidirectionals.
• The entire structure is certified by RINa according to the ISO 12215-5 rule.
• White gel-coat finish on hull, deck and helm seats, antiskid white paint on coachroof.
• Gelcoat finish of the accessible bilges areas;
• Black waterline stripe on hull (optional colours available)
• Cockpit sole and cockpit seats are laid with 10 mm thick teak or Esthec. Main deck and swimming plattform are optionally laid with 10 mm thick teak or Esthec.
• The keel, built with a top plate, is fitted to the hull with s/s bolts.
• Twin hanging rudders with vacuum epoxy rudder blades and AISI630 rudder stocks.
• Stainless steel cable on steering car and traveller.
• Opening transom door/swim platform give access to tender garage.

Deck Hardware and Exterior

DECK HARDWARE

• Fixed carbon bowsprit fixed on the bow with built in anchor system;
• Fixed anchor roller, electrical windlass, 63 kg galvanized anchor, 100 m chain Ø 12 mm.
• S/s pushpits and pulpits.
• LED navigation lights.
• Double s/s lifelines with one opening gate at midship on each side.
• 8 mooring cleats and 2 fairleads
• S/s recessed chainplates.
• Self tacking track for jib or staysail sheet,
• Harken (or similar) genoa sheet tracks and cars.
• Recessed companionway sprayhood.
• Harken turning blocks.
• 4 jammers on the mast
• 2 x Harken ST80 (or similar) primary winches in cockpit.
• 2 x Harken ST70 (or similar) multipurpose winches in cockpit .
• 1 x Harken ST80 (or similar) mainsail electric winch in cockpit.
• 2 x Harken ST70 (or similar) halyards and reef winches on deck at mast step, the starboard winch being electric.
• 2 x GRP steering wheels,
• 2 x helmsman seats with console for navigation instruments and compasses. Engine and bow thruster control on STBD side;
• 11 flush deck Solimar hatches on deck;
• 1 x flush deck Solimar hatches on starboard cockpit seat to provide access to the galley
• 1 x flush deck Solimar hatches on port cockpit seat to provide air and light to the aft cabin;
• 2 x accesses to lazarettes in cockpit.
• 1 x access to garage from cockpit.
• 2 x accesses to liferafts lockers from cockpit.
• Teak cockpit table (option to convert it into a sun bath area).
• Space for optional fridge.
• Hot and cold cockpit shower.
• The sail locker in the forepeak can accommodate a crew cabin.
• Blind large deck hatch (with exterior lock) (clear part in PMMA as an option),
• S/s ladder.
• 1 x 230 V electric outlet
• 2 bars for halyards on the hull topsides.
• Bow thruster (optional),
• Chain locker and windlass electrical control box,
• Hydraulic manifold for fwd furlers (option)

TENDER GARAGE

• The tender garage is accessible from the transom when opened and from a deck hatch located in the cockpit.
• The garage can accommodate up to a 3.50 m RIB type tender with outboard engine, or a 3.95 m Williams type jet tender with deflatable bow section;
• The large transom door opens to the sea to provide a swimming platform ,
• Removable s/s swim ladder with teak steps is supplied.
• The platform is operated through hydraulic rams;
• A dedicated system to help the tender in and out of the garage is available as option
• The garage is self-draining with natural ventilation;
• The two lazarettes are accessible from cockpit through dedicated hatch
• Electric bilge pump from the central portion of the bilge
• 2 bars can serve as hangers on the hull topsides.
• Access to steering mechanism and optional autopilot.
• Gelcoat finish.
• 2 x 230 V electric outlets, one in each lazarette;

SPARS AND RIGGING

• Silver anodised aluminium mast, 3 sets of spreaders.
• Silver anodised aluminium boom (pre-equipped for automatic reefing system).
• Rod standing rigging.
• Running rigging.
• Hydraulic boom vang and backstays, outhaul cylinder and genoa halyard tensioner (four functions unit in the cockpit).
• Deck search light integrated with motoring light
• Anchor light at masthead
• Manual genoa furling system.

Engine, Tankage, Electrical

• Engine : Volvo Penta D4 - 175hp, @ 2800rpm (optional 230hp, @ 3400 rpm)
• Sound proofed engine compartment (extra density plate).
• AISI630 shaft with thrust bearing and CV joint to improve comfort,
• 3 fixed blades propeller.
• Engine control panel on starboard helm console.
• Fuel tankage: 2500 litres in two stainless steel tanks installed in the middle of the boat.
• Double fuel/water separator

ENGINE ROOM

• Underneath the saloon floor, the engine room is located at the most favourable place for the boat’s balance.
• Access 2 central hatches in the saloon floor;
• Sound insulated engine compartment.
• Automatic and remote controlled fire extinguisher.
• 2 Light appliances.
• 1 x 230 V outlet.
• This compartment receives the main Volvo diesel engine, the generator in its soundproof cocoon, the Air Conditioning system (option), the Water-maker (option), the water heater, pumps and filters.
• 1500 litres fresh water in two stainless steel tanks, installed in the middle of the boat.
• Pressurized hot and cold water system.
• 100 L water heater powered at 220V and heat exchanger from main engine.
• Fresh water shore inlet.
• Manual bilge pump.
• Electrical bilge pumps with the options of automatic function for sail locker and Lazarette
• Grey water are collected into sump boxes and delivered through electric pumps to a main 400 L PET tank on starboard;
• Black water are delivered from the electric toilets to the main 400 L PET holding tank on port;
• Valves for emptying the tanks are easily accessible;
• Electrical panel 12V / 24V / 230V. Control panel in the aft area (galley).
• 63 A Shore connection with 25 m cable.
• 17.5 kW, 230 V generator with sound shield.
• 2x Mastervolt Mass Combi Pro 24V/3500-100 A combined battery chargers and inverters for service batteries. One inverter is powering the fridges, the other is powering the sockets;
• 12V primary alternator on main engine.
• 24V secondary alternator on main engine, 115 A.
• 24V service gel batteries bank , 840 Ah capacity C20.
• 2 Main engine and 1 generator starting batteries. 12V-75Ah
• 24V LED lighting throughout.
• 230V electric outlets.

Saloon and Galley

COMPANIONWAY

• Access to the saloon is through a transverse transparent sliding hatch.
• Companionway wooden steps with recessed lighting.
• Just under the deckhouse, the saloon hosts a lounge space and a dining/saloon area.
• Very clear, the saloon enjoys a remarkable panoramic view to the outside.
• Direct and indirect lighting are ensured via overhead and reading lights.
• Night courtesy lights;
• 4 x 230 V and 2 x USB outlets.
• Several lockers alongside the hull and behind the seat backs.
• Space for audio system (option).

Lounge space (starboard)

• 2 opposed settees with coffee table in between
• Lockers alongside with space for optional wine cooler and coffee machine

Dining area (portside)

• Large U shaped settee to port.
• Fixed dining table for 8 guests.
• Optional TV on lifting mechanism.

The galley is positioned in the aft starboard portion of the boat, five steps underneath the saloon area and ensures a better privacy to the guests in the saloon and in the fore cabins. The galley is equipped with high-quality yacht outfit:

• Access to the cockpit via an opening hatch.
• Ventilation and natural light via cockpit hatch and portholes.
• Recirculating range hood.
• Direct and indirect lighting above worktops.
• Functional U shaped organization, with a bar worktop and two stools.

The galley area includes, on centerline a chart table:

• Electrical distribution switchboard.
• Chart table with chart and pencil storage.
• 1 x 230 V and 2 x USB outlets.
• Space for instruments displays, bookshelf.

The galley includes as well:

• Foldable ladder to exit to the cockpit;
• Low and high stowage lockers,
• White Corian © worktop,
• S/s double sink with single lever mixer tap,
• Trash bin under the sink,
• Miele gimballed 4 burners electric stove and oven powered by the inverter within the limits of its power, switchable to shore power or generator;
• Microwave oven powered through the inverter,
• 140 L capacity front opening Miele freezer (aft of galley),
• 230 L capacity front opening Miele fridge with 57 L capacity freezer compartment (front of galley)
• 2 x 230V outlets,
• Fastening belt for cooking when the boat is heeling,
• Space for Miele dishwasher (optional),
• Space for washer-dryer, 5kgs capacity (optional),
• Space for trash compactor and sink macerator (optional),
• Space for wine cooler ( optional),
• Space for additional fridge or freezer (optional).

Accommodations

ACCOMMODATIONS

• Wood finishes : Natural oak and lacquered areas, Optional choice among 2 other ambiances.
• Wide doors.
• Blinds on portholes. (electrical blinds as an option)
• Blinds and mosquito screens on deck hatches.

OWNER’S CABIN

• The owner’s cabin is positioned in the forward section of the yacht and runs across at full width.
• Light and ventilation via 2 fixed hull portholes and 3 opening deck hatches.
• General lighting and reading lights.
• Double berth, 2.00m x 1.60m.
• Storage underneath.
• Bookshelves and lockers on the front bulkhead.
• Working desk with drawers topped by a slatted partition. Reservation for an optional TV on a lift mechanism
• Hanging locker to starboard.
• Locker to port.
• Lower lockers to port and starboard.
• Working desk to starboard.
• 2 x 230V and 2 USB outlets.

OWNER’S TOILET

The owner’s cabin has a fully private en-suite toilet and shower:

• Separate shower stall with PET grating,
• One opening deck hatch for light and ventilation,
• Overhead light, and second light close to mirror,
• Automatic waste water pump out to grey water holding tank,
• Planus © (or similar) fresh water electric marine toilet,
• Washbasin with hot and cold water,
• Bathroom cabinet with electric shaver plug,
• Mirror, heating towel holder, toilet roll holder.

PORT GUEST CABIN

• Double lateral bed to port, 2.00m x 1.60m, convertible to two single berths.
• Light and ventilation via fixed hull porthole and opening deck hatch.
• Full height locker on portside.
• 2 x 230 V and 2 USB outlets.

PORT GUEST TOILET

The port guest cabin has a private en suite toilet and shower:

• Opening deck hatch for light and ventilation,
• Mirror, toilet roll holder.

STARBOARD GUEST CABIN

• Double bed, 2.00m x 1.60m.
• 2 x 230 V and 2 x USB outlets.

STARBOARD GUEST TOILET

The starboard guest cabin has a private en suite toilet & shower:

• Shower stall with PET grating,

AFT PORT GUEST / CREW CABIN

• 2x single beds, 2.00m long. Convertible into a double bed as an option,
• One bunk bed on the topsides available as option
• Light and ventilation via fixed hull porthole, opening portholes and opening hatch to cockpit.
• Shelf alongside the bed
• Locker and shelves on centerline

AFT PORT GUEST / CREW TOILET

The aft port cabin has a private en suite toilet & shower:

• Mechanical ventilation,
• Overhead light, and 2nd light close to mirror,

The technical specifications and other information in this listing are not contractual. The renderings, illustrations and photos of the boat may include optional equipment or accessories.

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Today, the worldwide famous French shipyard CNB is a powerful >Benetau Group, however, until 1992, she was breaking through. Founded in 1987, the company initially specialized in the production of aluminium superstructures for super yachts and later debuted as an independent shipbuilder.

the Backbone of the model range of the shipyard are sailing semi-custom yacht with a length of 60-180 feet. At the end of the twentieth century, CNB has got the experience of building the workers and fishing vessels, and this allows the shipyard, no less successfully to produce a motor yacht and even >catamarans. It is on the stocks at CNB since 1999, done all of Multihull craft famous brand >Lagoon over a length of 50 feet.

the company cooperates With such famous designers as Philippe Briand , bill Dixon and Herman Frers , to ensure yachts CNB for more than a dozen awards. The shipyard mastered working with light alloys and composite materials, and its boats are not only successful ocean cruisers, but great racing by the courts. At the CNB factory in Bordeaux , which is adjacent to the famous wineries, employs more than 500 skilled employees, and for all time, the company has built nearly a hundred yachts, of which 80% was exported.

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The KLT-40S reactor cores have a number of advantages compared with standard NPPs. For the first time, a cassette core was used, which made it possible to increase the fuel cycle to 3-3.5 years before refuelling, and also reduce by one and a half times the fuel component in the cost of the electricity produced. The operating experience of the FNPP provided the basis for the design of the new series of nuclear icebreaker reactors (series 22220). Currently, three such icebreakers have been launched.

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