Viking 42 ST Yacht Review
Posted 2015/08/26 at 22:32 in Yacht Reviews
The Viking 42 ST is strong and versatile. You will think you are on a much larger vessel, making it appear that she is more boat then she really is! Viking seemed to be putting all of its effort into the construction of larger boats, but then they launched this small marvel. The hull of this craft is made with resin-infused fibers and woven fiberglass protectant. This allows the designers to reduce the weight of the ship without making it weak. The hull is also cored with balsa and foam material below the waterline to produce the option of higher speed. The SC, an open express version, a convertible, and the ST all have an interchangeable hull. This little vessel is sure to impress all those who board!
LOA: 42’7″
BEAM: 15’10”
DRAFT: 3’5″
DISPL.: 30,000 lb. (dry)
FUEL: 525 gal.
WATER: 120 gal.
TEST POWER: 2/600-hp Cummins QSC8.3 diesels w/ Zeus pod drives
TRANSMISSION: Zeus, with 1.75:1 gear ratio
PROPELLERS: MerCruiser M9 contrarotating props
PRICE AS TESTED: $1,317,229
RPM | KNOTS | GPH | RANGE |
---|---|---|---|
600 | 5.3 | 1.2 | 2087 |
1000 | 8.4 | 4.0 | 992 |
1500 | 10.7 | 15.1 | 335 |
2100 | 24.6 | 29.8 | 390 |
2400 | 27.5 | 35.8 | 363 |
2800 | 32.7 | 48.0 | 322 |
3000 | 35.2 | 58.5 | 284 |
3085 | 36.2 | 62.5 | 274 |
Accommodations
There are three design options available for this vessel. All of these options feature a master suite in the forepeak with private bathroom access, a huge amount of storage space, and a VIP room with twin beds. One of the options has three staterooms with bunks in a cabin at port. The two other designs have two staterooms and an L-shaped couch or a bench seat and second shower in the same space that the third room would be.
Performance
The Viking 42 ST has two Cummins QSC8.3 diesels with 600 horsepower, and a modified V Hull which allows her to lightly ease back down into the water. She is comfortable in most conditions and moves forward gracefully. The 42 has excellent acceleration and great precision when it comes to steering. If you are trying to land that big fish, this boat is the one for you!