The 92 feet (28 meter) Argos G92 – the first model of the series – will make her debut at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, which will take place October 29-November 2, 2009. Construction is also underway on the 100-feet (30.5 meter) Argos G100 model, scheduled for launch in 2010.
Available in 80 to 120 feet (24.5 – 37.5 meter) models, the Argos Gulfstream features a spacious master stateroom SkySuite with 270-degree panoramic views. The ship’s multipurpose split-level sun decks ranging from 800 to 950 square feet, offers space for large social gatherings, and are capable of carrying tenders up to 22 feet (6.7 meters).
The sundeck is integrated with helipad capabilities. In addition, the Argos Gulfstream offers trans-oceanic cruising range, while offering high-speed performance to 33 knots. The Argos Gulfstream is crafted under a limited-production guarantee, according to which only three hulls across the entire series will be built each year.
Christos Livadas, chairman and CEO of Tricon Marine said, “The Argos Gulfstream eliminates compromises and the cookie-cutter look that characterizes so many luxury yachts today.”
With a standard crew-forward arrangement, the ship’s layout completely separates her owner from crew operations. Her design provides the crew with direct access from their quarters to all day-to-day work areas, including the pilot house and galley, eliminating the need for the yacht’s crew to pass through the owner’s living or social areas.
The Argos Gulfstream features an unconstrained second-deck master SkySuite stateroom. Positioned amid the ship and high above deck, the SkySuite is secluded, maintaining a level of owner privacy that is simply not available on other vessels of comparable size. Expansive windows provide breathtaking 270-degree panoramic views and ample natural sunlight.
Concept and design of the Argos Gulfstream series was carried out by the company’s internal design team, with naval architecture led by architect Howard Apollonio. Her proprietary, semi-displacement hull provides trans-oceanic range and high-performance speed.
The hull was specially tuned for a soft ride into six-feet seas at speeds exceeding 20 knots. A broad range of engine options are available, from 600hp to 2,400hp. When equipped with C-32 1650hp Cats, the Argos Gulfstream delivers a top speed of 25 knots plus, with a 2,800 nautical-mile range at passage-making speed of nine knots.
