Absolute 70 Fly, the video test: 70 feet of pure emotion

Absolute 70 Fly Sea Trial

Once out of the harbor, the Absolute 70 Fly moves with the ease of someone who knows the sea well. The two Volvo Penta D13 IPS1350 engines, each delivering 1,000 horsepower, push this 21-meter yacht forward with smooth, silent progression. Maneuverability is remarkable: thanks to the joystick, docking and undocking maenuvers are surprisingly simple, even in tight spaces. It’s quite a sight to see a yacht of this size move like a day cruiser, with the same precision and responsiveness at the controls. Past the breakwater, we head south. The sea is long, with a residual southwesterly swell—perfect conditions to test the hull. At 1,000 rpm, the yacht cruises at 8 knots, with an average consumption of about 4.5 liters per nautical mile. The feeling is one of complete relaxation: no vibrations, no background noise, just the gentle flow of water along the hull. At 1,500 rpm, the 70 Fly smoothly transitions onto the plane, stabilizing at around 15 knots. There are no abrupt shifts, no perceptible changes in trim—the yacht simply stretches out on the water and accelerates gracefully. Pushing the throttles a bit more, we settle at around 20 knots, the ideal cruising speed for this yacht. Comfort is absolute, even with waves on the bow. The Absolute 70 Fly cuts through the water with surgical precision, while the stern remains steady and composed. Fuel consumption hovers around 12 liters per nautical mile, an excellent figure for a yacht of this size. At the helm, the feeling is one of total control: the response to every command is immediate, and the hull inspires confidence even when the sea gets more challenging. Pushing the throttles forward, the two D13 engines unleash all their power. The yacht accelerates decisively yet never loses its composure. In just a few seconds, it reaches a top speed of 28.7 knots, maintaining a perfectly balanced trim. The hull slices through the waves effortlessly, and even at this speed, everything remains comfortable: noise levels are minimal, vibrations are non-existent, and the overall feeling is that of gliding on rails. Turns, even tight ones, are precise and progressive. The Absolute 70 Fly heels gracefully, follows its trajectory naturally, and never gives the impression of strain. In open water, with the sea on the quarter, stability remains exceptional. There’s no rolling, no slamming—the yacht maintains a steady, linear course that inspires confidence and makes helming a true pleasure. After covering several miles, the verdict is clear: this 70-footer handles like a much larger yacht, yet with the agility and sensitivity of a sporty boat. It’s a rare balance, the result of top-tier engineering and a deep understanding of the sea.

Absolute 70 Fly – Test data

RPM	Speed (kn)	Consumption (gal/nm)	Consumption (gal/h)
1,000	8	1.19	9.51
1,500	15	3.43	51.51
2,000	20	3.17	63.4
2,400 (MAX)	28.7	3.43	98.54

The Absolute 70 Fly in detail

Once at anchor, the design philosophy behind Absolute truly shines through. The 70 Fly isn’t just a showpiece yach: it’s a genuine floating home designed for extended stays on board. Every detail revolves around comfort and livability, centered on the concept of visual continuity between interior and exterior, one of the shipyard’s signature traits. At the bow, a large lounge area features a generously sized sunpad with a central folding table that can transform the space into an alfresco dining area. The finishes are impeccable: perfectly fitted cushions, integrated handrails, and high-quality materials that convey both solidity and refinement. The aft area is one of the yacht’s most spectacular spaces. The hydraulic platform can be lowered to water level, creating a true beach club for relaxing, swimming, or handling the tender and water toys. It’s the heart of life on board during summer days, seamlessly connected to the main cockpit, which hosts a sheltered dinette and a galley unit equipped with a grill, refrigerator, and sink. The flybridge is a genuine open-air lounge overlooking the sea. Spacious and well laid out, it offers a dining area for ten guests, a large sunpad, and a fully equipped second helm station, alongside an outdoor galley module. It’s a space designed to enjoy the yacht from morning to night, with a 360-degree view of the horizon.