Prestige 520

The 2023 Prestige 520 is a luxurious 52-foot flybridge motor yacht from the French builder Prestige Yachts, known for blending elegance, performance, and comfort. Part of the F-Line series, it’s designed for cruising and entertaining, succeeding the popular Prestige 500/500 S with modern innovations. Below is a detailed overview based on available information:

Key Features and Design

•  Length & Build: 16.11 meters (52’10”) with a 4.49-meter beam and 1.05-meter draft. Constructed with a fiberglass/GRP hull, it holds a CE Category B certification (up to 10 people) and Category C (up to 12 people), suitable for offshore cruising within 200 miles.

•  Flybridge: Features an expansive “XXL Flybridge” with a lounge, compact bar, U-shaped sofa, table, sundeck, and helm station, ideal for social gatherings and relaxation.

•  Interior: Offers 7% more volume than its predecessor, with a bright, spacious saloon featuring large windows, an L-shaped sofa, and a modular cockpit bench that pivots for entertaining. The galley is well-equipped with a fridge, stove, sink, and ample storage, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor areas.

•  Accommodations: Three cabins sleep up to six guests:

    •  Owner’s en-suite stateroom with a private staircase.

    •  Forward double-berth stateroom.

    •  Portside twin-berth stateroom (convertible to double), sharing a head with the forward cabin.

•  Main Deck: Includes a sunbed on the bow, a shaded aft deck with a bathing platform, and a tender garage for a Williams Minijet 280 or Turbojet 285.

•  Design Highlights: Crafted with Garroni Design, the 520 boasts 50% more glazing than the 500, with flush side windows and a panoramic view. The helm features an electrically adjustable bench seat that integrates with the saloon. High-quality materials, like high-gloss wenge wood and light-oak flooring, enhance the luxurious feel.

Performance

•  Engines: Powered by twin Volvo Penta D6 IPS650 engines (480 hp each, an upgrade from the IPS600), delivering a cruising speed of ~20 knots and a top speed of 25.6–29 knots (depending on load and conditions).