Commissioned by Richard Branson in 1986 for the historic Blue Riband Transatlantic Challenge, VAC 2 was successful in taking the record for the fastest crossing. Built by Lowestoft Boatyard in the UK using hull and propulsion designs by Sony Levi, the Aluminium Delta Hull and Superstructure with twin MTU and Levi Surface Drives develop 4000hp giving the vessel a top speed of 52 knots.

The craft is fitted out in original Virgin Airways Cabin Livery and Upholstery. Built to a very high standard with all instrumentation functioning and is equipped with Automatic Flotation System, Automatic Fire Extinguishing System, Dual Helm Positions with Twin Radar System. Everything is in very good original condition.

This is a truly original part of British Maritime history that has only been used for 800 hours. Full specifications, copy of survey are available to genuine interested parties.

Specification

• 72' LOA.
• 26' Beam.
• 2x MTU 396 2000HP.
• MTU Gearbox/ Shaft Levi Surface Drives.
• 52 knots.
• 52 tonne weight.
• 12.5 Tonne Fuel Tanks.

Please look at the following links for historical news:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/june/29/newsid_2520000/2520929.stm

http://www.solarnavigator.net/history/virgin_atlantic_challenger.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Branson

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