Baia - Baia 100 - For Sale

The Baia 100byBaiablends Galeazzi Design styling with the efficiency of a planing hull. As amotor yachtin themotor yacht classsegment, it features afiberglass hulland a GRP deck. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, Andrey Shestakov can guide you through selection, inspection, and purchase.

Selecting a Baia 100

If you prioritize high performance with luxury proportions, the Baia 100stands out. Measuring 98 ft (30 m) with a 24 ft (7.35 m) beam, it delivers a 42-kn cruising speed and 49-kn maximum, powered by three inboard MTU engines. The planing hull enables swift passages, while accommodations for up to 10, 7 dedicated berths, and 5 heads suit extended cruising or entertaining. Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for availability and tailored guidance.

Features of the Model

• Galeazzi Design exterior and interior for cohesive aesthetics and ergonomics
• Planing hull for confident high-speed performance
• Triple inboard MTU propulsion (3 engines) for impressive acceleration and top speed
• Dimensions that maximize volume: 98 ft LOA, 24 ft beam, 153 GT
• Fiberglass/Plastic hullwith GRP deck for durable, low-maintenance structure
• Generous accommodations: up to 10, with 7 sleeps and 5 heads
• Substantial fuel capacity of 2,641.72 gal to support fast cruising profiles

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Baia
• Model: Baia 100
• Category: motor yacht; Class:motor yacht
• Hull category/material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: GRP
• Hull configuration: Planing
• Hull designer: Galeazzi Design
• Interior designer: Galeazzi Design
• LOA: 98 ft (30 m)
• Beam: 24 ft (7.35 m)
• Draft: 5.249–5.413 ft (1.6–1.65 m)
• Cruising speed: 42 kn (48.33 mph)
• Max speed: 49 kn (56.39 mph)
• Gross tonnage: 153 GT
• Engines: 3 x MTU, Inboard
• Fuel capacity: 2,641.72 gal
• Accommodation capacity: 10
• Sleeps: 7
• Heads: 5

Pricing and Ordering

Pricing and current availability of the Baia 100are provided on request. Shestakov Yacht Sales will coordinate inspections, documentation, and negotiations, with Andrey Shestakov personally assisting to align the vessel with your cruising plans and timelines. Contact us to discuss budget frameworks, delivery windows, and next steps.

Questions and Answers

Q: What are the key dimensions of the Baia 100? A: The yacht has an LOA of 98 ft (30 m), a 24 ft (7.35 m) beam, and a draft ranging from 5.249 to 5.413 ft (1.6–1.65 m). These figures help optimize stability and interior volume while supportinghigh-speedoperation.

Q: How fast can it go, and what is the cruising speed? A: The Baia 100runs at acruising speedof 42 kn (48.33 mph) and reaches amaximum speedof 49 kn (56.39 mph), enabled by its planing hull and triple MTU inboard engines.

Q: What powers the yacht? A: Propulsion comes from 3 x MTUinboardengines, delivering the performance profile expected from a modernmotor yachtin themotor yacht classsegment.

Q: What is the hull and deck construction? A: The hull falls under fiberglass constructionwith aGRP deck, combining robust structure with straightforward upkeep.

Q: How many people can stay aboard, and how are facilities arranged? A: The yacht accommodates up to 10, with7 sleepsand5 heads, offering flexibility for family cruising or hosting guests. For options and layouts on available units, speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Baia 100fromBaiafor high-speed, Mediterranean-style day trips, short-range charter, and family entertaining. Its high-performance planing hull is built for pace, with brochure/spec figures around a 42-knot cruise and reported top speeds up to 49 knots in the three-MTU configuration. The modified-V form with a flatter aft section is intended to cut resistance above roughly 35 knots and keep the boat composed at speed, while the "crystal-like" superstructure enhances the indoor/outdoor visual flow rather than feeling like a conventional hardtop.

On the water, acceleration and top-end are the headline acts, but the surface-drive setup brings a sportier, slightly less planted feel than shaft boats at speed, and low-speed manoeuvres demand familiarity. One captain’s forum note sums it up: "running performance is stunning close quarter stuff can be a bit tricky if your not used to it especially going astern." Ownership also means planning for big-horsepower MTU service costs and the specialist nature of Arneson surface drives; spares/support can be a factor, exposed rams and cylinders need regular attention, and boats that sit will see fouling on the drives. Many owners recommend confirming strong local technician/dealer support to minimise lift-outs and downtime.

Day to day, the Baia 100delivers the lifestyle it promises: open-deck entertaining with a generous main saloon and a large aft deck, plus light-wood finishes. Typical layouts sleep 8–10 guests in four cabins, with a full-beam owner’s suite amidships of about 25 m², a VIP around 15 m², and crew quarters aft. That mix suits owner-operator weekends, fast transfers, and private use just as well as short-range charter.

Pros and Cons

• Very high performance: ~42-knot cruise and up to ~49 knots reported (three-MTU setup) on a modified-V hull tuned for high-speed stability.
• Open-air, entertaining-focused design with a generous saloon, large aft deck, and a "crystal-like" superstructure for seamless indoor/outdoor flow.
• Flexible four-cabin arrangement for 8–10 guests, including a full-beam owner’s suite and VIP, suits family use or short-range charter.
• Surface-drive handling feels sportier and less planted than shafts at speed and is trickier in close quarters, especially in reverse.
• High-power MTUs and Arneson drives carry elevated service/parts costs and require specialist technicians and spares.
• Exposed surface-drive components can foul if the yacht sits, adding cleaning, lift-outs, and potential downtime.

Comparison with Other Models