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Fascination of
Exclusivity
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DaimlerChrysler Off-Highway

Creole • 57,8 m
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One Name.
One Symbol.
One Standard.
Powered sailing yachts are enjoying a resurgence
in popularity all over the world. Their
fascination, glamour and style recreate the spirit
of a bygone era – not only of elegance and
the outdoor lifestyle, but also of a pioneering
DaimlerChrysler Off-Highway
MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH
88040 Friedrichshafen
Germany
Phone +49 75 4190 32 22
Fax +49 75 4190 39 45
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Detroit Diesel Corporation
13400 Outer Drive, West
Detroit, Michigan 48239-4001
USA
Phone +1313 592 52 61
Fax +13135925137
marine@detroitdiesel.com
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period in the history of engineering.
Such visions conjure up images of the technological
history of the 20th century. The story began in the heyday
of another legendary mode of transport, the airship, often
known quite simply by the name of its inventor, Count
Zeppelin. Even in those far-off days, the ecologically
exemplary zeppelin was powered by Daimler engines.
They were built at early Daimler production facilities
under the direction of the engine designers Wilhelm
and Karl Maybach.
The name Maybach was a byword for German engineering
excellence and internationally renowned engine
performance until well into the second half of the century.
The tradition was continued firstly by Mercedes-
Benz, later by the partnership between Daimler-Benz
and MAN, and today by MTU under the umbrella of the
multinational DaimlerChrysler group.
MTU has been at the forefront of yacht-engine production
and distribution since long before the present sailing
boom. As long ago as the early 1950s, in its then guise of
Maybach, the company supplied the diesel power for the
famous "Creole", a world-class sailing yacht built in
1927. Today, MTU quality is the benchmark for the absolute
pinnacle of engine technology.

Creole • 57,8 m
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Aschanti IV • 34,8 m

Return of
a Golden Age.
A very special experience – unlimited horizons,
free of the restrictions of borders and ties, in
contact with the elements and the cosmos.
For centuries, people have been excited and enthralled by
the idea of crossing the oceans and traveling from one
continent to another. It is a fascination that has opened
the door to new experiences – from the discovery of new
territories, to the transport of passengers and goods, and
to sporting challenges. And it is one that is most powerfully
inspired by the purest form of the art – navigation
under sail.
It is precisely that discipline that is being revived all over
the world. With new elegance and appeal. The legendary
sailing yachts of the pre-war era seem to have returned.
And with them, an almost mythical period of adventure
and grace.
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An Experience
and a Challenge.
Sailing the seas in a large yacht is more
than just freedom and adventure. It is
a passion. One that opens the way to
experiences that cannot be expressed
in tangible terms. Those who enter that
world are part of a group with a way of
thinking that sets them apart.

That exclusivity is primarily one that is based not on
having, but on being. On conscious, intelligent and
thoughtful interaction with Nature – in its ancient
and primeval purity and contrasting diversity from
contemplative vista to uncontrollable force. In the
face of such extremes, the qualities and standards
of crew and craft are put to the test.
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Velsheda • 39,0 m
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Dreams
and Visions.
The era of the great sailing yachts is the stuff of
legend. The object of nostalgia and the subject
of dreams, literature, art and films. Millions
have dreamt the dream, felt the nostalgia and
the empathy, been enthralled and excited. By
the conquerors of the age of empires. By windjammers,
wily seadogs and privateers. By crowned
heads and glamorous celebrities on sea cruises.
By glittering boat parties, intoxicating
romances and fascinated onlookers.
The re-awakened interest in the "classics of the sea" is
connected with new conceptions of individuality and selfesteem.
It was triggered to a large degree by the global
success of the Americas Cup in New Zealand. It is based
primarily on the appeal and diversity of the new yacht
designs. And it is growing with the development of new
ways of improving power, performance, comfort
and safety drawn from the resources of
engine technology. It is that above
all which makes sailing yachts into
mega-yachts.

Morning Glory • 48,3 m
Juliet • 43,6 m
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Competence.
Consistency.
Commendation.
Navigating under sail is a world of unique attitudes
and motivations. The quality required of
instruments and equipment is as highly demanding
as the tasks, choices and expectations.
The new mega sailing yachts combine performance and
safety, elegance and comfort. They must meet all the
requirements for confronting the elements in all circumstances
– including high-stress situations. While always
providing the level of luxury to which their users are
accustomed.
Building such mega-yachts demands extraordinary capabilities.
Capabilities demonstrated by MTU with every
new propulsion system, every new challenge and every
delighted owner.
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Unique
among the Best.
New interest brings enthusiasm. A group of
passionate and committed shipbuilders have
devoted themselves once again to the construction
of large, high-class sailing yachts. Highclass
means unique – in design, comfort and
interior fittings, engineering, technology and
equipment, quality and value.
These craft combine all the characteristics of highly
select yacht-building – the hallmark and signature of
renowned marine designers; the care and attention to
detail of leading shipyards; the style and profile of prominent
owners. In short the best of everything.
The new level of characteristics and capabilities is epitomized
by MTU engine technology: ultra-light weight;
extraordinary versatility and maneuverability: pushbutton
control, roll-up sails, bowthrusters; stabilization
against the wind by movable folding keels. Today's
mega-yachts can even be sailed by a mini-crew.

St. Jean • 41,6 m
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Maritime
Mega-Class.
Mega-yachts and MTU have long since become
synonymous.
Motor yachts with MTU power units lead the
way on all waters. Set records for Atlantic
crossings. Record victories in international
events. Set the pace in competitions on lakes
and oceans.
MTU stands for a century of expertise in the development
of propulsion technology of the highest order.
For automation and control systems that meet the most
demanding requirements. For world-class engines. And
that is more than a testimonial. It is a promise of realization
of all the expectations associated with the concept
"mega sailing yacht".
All over the world, the professionals place their trust in
MTU systems.
Renowned shipbuilders, discerning owners and experienced
captains can not only count on products and systems,
they can also rely on unequalled all-round expertise,
technical support and expert advice.

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Hyperion • 47,4 m
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Motivations
and Dedications.
The passion for sailing the oceans is driven by a
variety of motivations. For some it is sport, for
others it is a social activity. There are yacht
owners for whom time spent on board is the
only relief from the daily stress of business.
And others to whom it represents the pinnacle
of luxurious living.
Victoria of Strathearn • 39,8 m

Aphrodite • 28,2 m
But the standards for modern yacht building are set by the
enthusiasts – people with a strong affinity for Nature and its
domains, attractions and challenges.
Those followers and practitioners of a considered and intelligent
relationship with the elements know that mega-yachts
are highly specialized, individualized but nevertheless universal
pieces of equipment. Every detail of their design and
technology contributes to the culture of sailing. Viewed in
that way, they represent a means of exploring and experiencing
phenomena and worlds that appear to have long since
been lost from everyday existence.
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Technological History
as Brand Identity.
Mega sailing yachts and MTU have long since
become virtually synonymous. They constitute a
global benchmark for the ultimate in propulsion
system performance and user-friendliness. But
more than that, they represent a glittering
epoch in European technological history in
general and engine production in particular.
That period is associated with a famous name –
Maybach. A name that began the history of
MTU. And one that remains a symbol of the
quality of MTU engine technology today.
Maybach and MTU are names that have stood for inventive
genius, engineering quality and manufacturing performance
for generations. Both have their roots in Friedrichshafen
on Lake Constance where Maybach Motorenbau
GmbH set up in 1912 to build engines for Count Zeppelin's
airships. The importance and achievements of the
present-day DaimlerChrysler subsidiary MTU as a producer
of high-performance diesel engines and complete propulsion
systems for off-highway applications would have
been inconceivable without those beginnings.
Pioneers who Set Standards
Wilhelm and Karl Maybach had founded their enginebuilding
business in the town of Bissingen on the river
Enz in 1909. The two Maybachs – father and son –
gained wide recognition in the automobile industry as
well. Between 1919 and 1941, Maybach made luxury
limousines. They embodied the essence of automotive
style and elegance. All 1800 cars built by Maybach were
of the highest quality. And it was they that established
the brand's reputation for luxury, exclusivity and individuality.
In 1929, Maybach caught the attention of the motoring
world with an exceptional product – Germany's first 12-
cylinder car, the Maybach Type 12. The model became a
symbol for extravagance, luxury and high performance.
And the fact that its engine was a down sized derivative
of the engine that powered the famous Zeppelin airships
that had captured the imagination of the world with their
transatlantic flights further enhanced the Maybach
legend and its worldwide appeal. Appropriately, Karl
Maybach called his top model the "Zeppelin" from 1931
onwards.
Unlimited Applications
on Land, Sea and in the Air
Exclusivity provides no guarantee of expansion. In the
1920s and 30s, only small numbers of the high-performance
zeppelin engines could be sold. Maybach looked
for new areas of application. They presented themselves
through the product itself. Precisely those characteristics
that gave the Maybach 12-cylinder its outstanding qualities
as an airship engine also made it the ideal power unit
for racing speedboats and fast yachts. And that proved to
be the case in practice. Almost inevitably, the "Type VL"
became the engine of choice for "express cruisers", the
predecessors of today's mega-yachts.
It was the golden age of sailing, a time of society get-togethers
on polished decks with canvas overhead. German
and American shipyards built a large variety of impressive
motor yachts – between 100 and 300 feet long and
fitted with Maybach Type VL 2 airship engines. Smaller
craft were equipped with Maybach six-cylinder gasoline
power units, the marine versions of proven car engines.
Such express or racing cruisers offered high performance,
a long range and luxurious interiors. With two or
three V12 engines each producing 570 horsepower (419
kW), the faster among them could reach top speeds of up
to 56 kph.
A typical press review from around 1930 concluded,
"Those who want the best and most reliable for their
boats choose Maybach engines."

Renaissance of a Value System
Well endowed with pioneering success and fame, Karl
Maybach soon turned his attention to the development of
fast-running diesel engines. His creations in this field
also proved to be top-quality, highly versatile products
with outstanding characteristics. They rapidly established
themselves in a multiplicity of applications and were particularly
well received in the ship and yacht-building
industries. By the 1950s they had become widely adopted
as the standard equipment.
The success of technical innovation is measured against
everyday operation. Maybach diesel engines offered the
potential for enormous variability and versatility. That
predestined them for universal suitability. Consequently
they also became the standard choice for exclusive sailing
yachts. An outstanding example was the worldfamous
schooner "Creole" built by Camper & Nicholsons
in 1927 which, in 1952, was fitted with two Maybach MD
655 diesel propulsion units (882 kW/1200 hp each) as
well as MD 215 engines (150 kW/204 hp) for driving the
electricity generators.
strategy. The legendary
brand name remains an
icon and benchmark of
the highest standards in
engine quality. Today,
MTU is the world's leading
brand for luxuryyacht
engines. Together
with its American partner,
Detroit Diesel Corporation
(DDC), MTU commands
56% of the world
market for yachts over
80 feet.
Those yachts meet the very highest standards. Perhaps
the most important criterion is individuality. Attempting
to achieve it sometimes seems impossible. But it is precisely
that which the engineers and designers of mega sailing
yachts can create.
Creole • 57,8 m
Milestone:
Combining Forces
Horizons:
From Tradition to Vision
In 1969, Maybach-Motorenbau, Daimler-Benz and M.A.N
combined forces to form MTU Friedrichshafen. Since that
time the new company has continued the Maybach tradition
of technical innovation and its successful product
That ambition has brought the tradition of the past into a
new era. The realization of the most ambitious individual
dreams is also among the highest priorities for the
makers of the Maybach 57 and the Maybach 62. In 2002,
DaimlerChrysler resurrected the Maybach marque after
an absence of 60 years with a car that offers the last word
in luxury. Equipped with the automotive technology of
the 21st century, produced by advanced manufacturing
methods and designed with loving attention to detail, the
new Maybach reflects the standing of DaimlerChrysler as
the world's most innovative and longest established car
maker and benefits from the technological leadership,
expertise and unrivalled experience of its sister-make,
the Mercedes-Benz, in the global luxury-car market.
Thus the Maybach defines the standards at the absolute
pinnacle of the motorcar market and simultaneously continues
the tradition of the legendary Maybach cars that,
together with Mercedes-Benz, formed the elite of the German
and international automobile industry in the 1920s
and 1930s.
As in the past, the Maybach name will in the future once
again represent the epitome of ultimate automobile exclusivity
and elegance. Both DaimlerChrysler and MTU feel
an obligation to the tradition of the Maybach, the legendary
luxury marque.
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Profiles and
Personalities.
The international and select group of mega
sailing yacht owners brings together personalities
who are role models in other areas of
life as well.
They include business leaders – from the media, investment-goods,
retail and motor industries, for example.
There are champions, managers and sponsors from the
world of sport. As well as artists, statesmen, finance magnates,
stars of stage and screen, and aristocrats. And of
course the yacht builders themselves.
An illustrious list of names. One that not only defines the
image of mega-yachting. But also provides the stimulus
for its trends. For new concepts and creations, forwardlooking
designs and ambitious propulsion-system
technology. It is hardly surprising then, that the
majority have chosen MTU as the name on their
engines.

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Symbols
of Creativity.
We're not afraid to admit it – the mega sailing
yacht scene is also a preserve of beauty, elegance
and superior taste. The sight of a welldesigned
ship can reveal the essence of creativity.
And all the more so if a masterpiece of
aesthetic beauty is combined with functional
perfection.
A naval architect is thus many people in one – contractor,
planner, constructor, designer, technical advisor, space
creator and stylist – artisan and artist. Some may safely
be called geniuses without fear of exaggeration. That is
certainly true of the most famous among them – architects
as famous as their creations. And of the greatest
shipbuilding teams on the world's most celebrated wharves
from the North Sea to the Mediterranean and the
South Pacific.
The maritime world offers those designers exceptional
subjects and challenges. The most successful megayacht
creations are works of art in their own right, testimony
to individuality of style, imagination and creativity.
Their outward appearance, uniqueness and beauty are an
expression of an unmistakable signature.
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Aristocrats
of the Ocean.
What is it that gives mega sailing yachts their
glamour and appeal? Certainly not simply size,
power and performance. Discerning owners,
imaginative designers and quality-conscious
producers set different priorities. They are the
shapers of a trend. One which emphasizes aesthetics
and precision. Which utilizes principles
such as hydrodynamics and aerodynamics.
And integrates highly advanced control and
communications technology. Mega sailing
yachts are high-tech in concentrated form.
It is precisely that which shapes the future. Around a
hundred new yachts over 40m in length are under construction.
Each one is a model for its own personality.
Built by major shipyards according to bespoke designs by
experts for connoisseurs. None of them will follow a predictable
pattern. And yet, all are part of an important tradition
that is rich in paragons and characterized by
lasting values.
Yachting history is also cultural history. It resolves the
paradox between what is traditional or legendary and
what is futuristic or innovative. And there are many
examples of that – prominent, popular and legendary.

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Motive Power
Made to Measure.
High-tech propulsion systems made by MTU
are the heart and soul of most major yacht
designs. They are part of what defines a
mega sailing yacht. They provide the
futuristic component of modern sailing,
the "passion for propulsion" inspired
by extraordinary qualities.
• Optimum economy due to low operating costs,
economical consumption and ease of maintenance
• Excellent performance due to unrivalled compactness
and an unmatched cost-benefit concept
• Exemplary safety and reliability plus maximum
performance
• Maximum availability, endurance, and longevity
• Outstanding environmental credentials – maximum
economy combined with minimal emissions (IMO NOx
certification)
Whether it's individual components or complete
systems, MTU offers custom-built perfection.

Propulsion Plants for Sailing Yachts
Engine Model 6R 183 TE62 Series 60 12V 183 TE62
Continuous power ICFN bhp 370 475 735
kW 275 354 550
Speed rpm 1850 1800 2000
Dimensions and masses approx.
(incl. gearbox)
Length mm (in) 1960 (77.2) 2040 (80.3) 2150 (84.6)
Width mm (in) 925 (36.4) 995 (39.2) 1300 (51.2)
Height mm (in) 1210 (47.6) 1155 (45.5) 1275 (50.2)
Mass (dry) kg (lbs) 1515 (3340) 1840 (4055) 2155 (4751)
Engine Model 8V 2000 M60 12V 2000 M60 16V 2000 M60
Continuous power ICFN bhp 535 805 1070
kW 400 600 800
Speed rpm 1800 1800 1800
Dimensions and masses approx.
(incl. gearbox)
Length mm (in) 1925 (75.8) 3025 (119.1) 3020 (118.9)
Width mm (in) 1280 (50.4) 1400 (55.1) 1425 (56.1)
Height mm (in) 1460 (57.5) 1735 (68.3) 1405 (55.3)
Mass (dry) kg (lbs) 2545 (5611) 4085 (9006) 4245 (9359)
Engine Model 8V 4000 M60 12V 4000 M60 16V 4000 M60
Continuous power ICFN bhp 1180 1770 2360
kW 880 1320 1760
Speed rpm 1800 1800 1800
Dimensions and masses approx.
(incl. gearbox)
Length mm (in) 3670 (144.5) 4185 (164.8) 4655 (183.3)
Width mm (in) 1380 (54.3) 1520 (59.8) 1520 (59.8)
Height mm (in) 2270 (89.4) 2360 (92.9) 2360 (92.9)
Mass (dry) kg (lbs) 6750 (14881) 9135 (20139) 10325 (22762)
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We build partnerships based on trust.
In a perfect partnership there is no compulsion
or condescension. Instead, there is mutual respect,
inherent trust and the wonderful feeling of
being able to always rely on one another. That is
the sort of partnership we offer. And we would
be delighted for you to join in. Take advantage of
our offer. And find what you have always been
looking for.
• We are there to assist you right from the planning
phase of a new vessel and can advise your builder
as well.
• We take responsibility for every component of the
propulsion system – for its entire service life.
• We allow ourselves the luxury of large warehouse
stocks. And that means that everything is quickly
available – from individual spares to complete
engines.
• Our global service network is on call day and night.
So that you can reach our yacht engine specialists
not only on our hotline numbers at Head Office but
also at our regional centres.
• Our expert technicians are thoroughly familiar with
all our products and are kept abreast of technical
advances by regular refresher courses. As a result,
you are always guaranteed the highest levels of
professional competence. And it goes without
saying that we offer training for you as well – in your
own language, of course.
• Our dedicated engine monitoring systems are
extremely accurate. Consequently, they guarantee
you maximum safety and reliability.
• Individualized service intervals and – if you wish –
service contracts suited to your particular requirements
maintain the high technical standard of your
system in the long term.
• Our technical documentation team manages all
your system data, every service report and every
technical detail.
• And last but not least we can also help with the
finance for your MTU system.
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The Passion of mtu.
Fitting out mega sailing yachts with propulsion
systems and advanced technology requires
more than technical expertise and design skills.
It demands a passion for the material, the work
and the project. A wealth of specialized experience.
And an understanding of the visions of
demanding sailing and yachting professionals.
MTU marine technology is aimed at achieving an ambitious
target – to be the first among equals, the best of the
elite. Whatever the judgement of the maritime world, one
thing is certain – MTU propulsion systems are the most
sought-after and the most used. Worldwide.
Contractors and planners, constructors and designers,
producers and builders, owners and crews are all aware
of MTU's passion to realize mega-yachting perfection.
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DS 101
www.bosch .com
Is there a company that supplies the right injection
system for every diesel engine?
Yes
Bosch Diesel Systems pack power into the engine
and make it cleaner and more economical.
No matter whether 10 kW or 40,000 kW.
No other engine is as versatile as the diesel engine, and there
are no other engines on the market in so many different
designs. Notwithstanding this wide variety, there is only one
single OE supplier whose competence is trusted and relied
upon implicitly by all engine development engineers and
manufacturers: Bosch. Bosch develops and manufactures the
complete product spectrum for Diesel Systems, and performs
the application engineering in close cooperation with the
engine manufacturers. Fuel injection systems for off-highway
diesel engines, i.e. modern common rail- or unit pump-systems,
are within responsibility of Bosch Hallein, Austria – starting with
project phase towards series production and service matters.
For more information: Sales.Largediesel@at.bosch.com
We bring innovation

Yachts with a hidden extra.
MTU Friedrichshafen and BorgWarner Turbo Systems. These two names stand
for leading know-how in the development of innovative marine engines.
And you can be sure of the result when both companies combine their
expertise – pure power!
So why not rely on the turbocharger technology already used by all leading
global marine engine manufacturers? Turn your sleek yacht into a real
power boat!
BorgWarner Turbo Systems
Worldwide Headquarters GmbH
Marnheimer Strasse 88
67292 Kirchheimbolanden/Germany
Phone: ++49 (0) 6352 75 33- 0
Fax: ++49 (0) 6352 75 33- 99
www.turbos.bwauto.com
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WE TAKE CARE OF
YOUR VIBRATION:
VULASTIK-L
The VULKAN range of couplings have
a nominal torque range from 0,16 KNm to 3.200 KNm
with several different stiffnesses available.
The VULASTIK-L is available in Rubber and Silicone.
VULKAN WILL PROTECT YOUR SYSTEM
WORLDS STANDARD IN
PERFORMANCE AND FLEXIBILITY:
RATO-R
The VULKAN range of couplings have
a nominal torque range from 0,16 KNm to 3.200 KNm
with several different stiffnesses available.
CDM-MDS – MONITORING AND DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM:
DEDICATED TO PROTECT YOUR SYSTEM.
VULKAN WILL SMOOTH YOUR VIBRATION
VULKAN KUPPLUNGS- UND GETRIEBEBAU GmbH &Co.KG
Headoffice: Heerstrasse 66, 44653 Herne/Germany · Tel. +49 (0) 23 25 / 922-0 · Fax +49 (0) 23 25 / 7 11 10 · email info.vkg@vulkan24.com
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Miba Gleitlager GmbH
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