Model IntroductionThe Lazzara LSX Quad 75 is the firm's entry-level model, which puts the builder in perspective considering this is a multi-million-dollar, 40-ton, 75-ft., high-end ocean-going yacht. The styling is as graceful and flowing as any of the Italians or British, but Lazzara doesn't let aesthetics overpower practical considerations elemental to any well-found ocean-going yacht. The deckhouse side windows are a good example""there's not a straight line anywhere in their profile, but they're long and tall, providing excellent horizon visibility from the lower helm station.
Walkthrough
Cockpit
The Lazzara LSX Quad 75 is unique right from the start of the walkthrough. At the swimplatform is a tender garage, and outboard of it are windows looking down into the engine room. These windows are called Smart Glass. Applying an electrical charge makes them clear, turning it off makes them opaque. The name of the boat includes Quad, which alludes to the 4 Volvo Penta IPS engines, and they're prominently on display.
Port and starboard stairs lead up to the aft deck from the swimplatform. A big sunpad is on centerline, and it's interesting to consider the design of the main deck area aft""the superstructure stops well forward, which gives the boat a lower profile as is appropriate for a hardtop express layout. It also reduces weight and tophamper aft, which contributes to the yacht's flat running angle at cruise speed and makes it less susceptible to crosswind dockside. The test boat had a seat forward of the sunpad along with a table and deck chairs. ...
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