SELVA MARINE presented many new products during the Genoa International Boat Show, which pleasantly impressed visitors. One of these is undoubtedly the 920 Center Console, representing a significant expansion in the range of fiberglass (GRP) boats produced by Selva, a brand renowned for the reliability of its outboard engines and boats. This new model enters the segment of large open boats, offering a successful balance between sturdy construction, functional space, and performance. From chartering to sport fishing trips or simple outings with friends, the 920 Center Console is a truly ingenious boat. At 9.2 meters in length, it stands out for its configuration, which offers a range of advantages.
The Design Center Console: Maximum Habitability
The heart of the project is the Center Console configuration, a layout beloved by enthusiasts for its exceptional practicality. By placing the helm station in the center, it provides:
- Total Freedom of Movement: You can easily walk around the console, from bow to stern, an essential feature both for fishing and for guest boarding/disembarking.
- Optimized Spaces: The bow and stern become multifunctional areas that can be set up with sofas, sunbeds, or left open for equipment.
- Robust Fiberglass Structure: The fiberglass construction ensures excellent seaworthiness and greater structural strength compared to other types, which is crucial for a 9.2-meter boat.
Intended Use: Charter, Sport Fishing, and Yachting
The vocation of the 920 Center Console is clearly dual, yet always geared toward intensive and high-performance use:
- Ideal for Chartering: The wide deck space and ease of movement make it perfect for professional chartering. The boat can comfortably accommodate a significant number of people while managing equipment for day trips. Stability and sturdiness ensure comfortable cruising even in rough seas.
- Sport Fishing: For anglers, the Center Console layout is almost a must. It allows casting from the bow, stern, and sides without obstacles, and following the fish with 360-degree freedom. The solid fiberglass structure can also withstand the stresses of demanding offshore fishing trips.
- Recreational Use: For those who love spending days at sea with family or friends, the 920 Center Console is perfect, combining simplicity with the performance and versatility of a medium-sized boat.
Given the boat’s length of 9.2 meters, the Selva 920 Center Console falls within the segment of vessels that typically feature high-powered outboard engines, often in a twin-engine configuration, to ensure the performance required for both chartering and offshore sport fishing.
As a Selva product, the boat is designed to be equipped as a package with the brand’s outboard engines.
Selva engine setup options include:
- 2 x 200 HP (400 HP total): A balanced combination offering a good compromise between power, fuel efficiency, and maneuverability.
- 2 x 250 HP or 2 x 300 HP (500–600 HP total): For those seeking high performance, fast cruising speeds, and the ability to navigate dynamically even at full load.
Soon, The International Yachting Media will have the opportunity to carry out a sea trial, providing more detailed information on both performance and onboard features.
