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Text and photographs by Martino Motti

Nautica Magazine
n. 547, November 2007

ATLANTIS 35

The Atlantis 35 is a fast, maneuverable and comfortable open, with modern and trendy lines, ideal for coastal cruising with the family and friends.

This 35 footer is capable of astonishing for her harmonious yet linear design, sailing through the water with agility and style. As a matter of fact, the in-depth study of her hull shape and masses led to the production of a yacht with a marked seakeeping ability. The all-Italian aesthetics and design are recognizable at first glance, with a mixture of sensuous and smooth shapes as well as slender and rakish lines. Interiors are especially well designed, offering accommodation for up to six passengers with two nice cabins and a convertible dinette - the table may be lowered.

Though the only one head is not very ample, it may be comfortably used even at sea. Wood, fabric and furniture finish is satisfactory. Several power- assisted mechanisms facilitate operations onboard, such as the electrical stainless steel roller tube awning or the electro- mechanical engine room hatch. The internal dinette is separated from the Owner's cabin by a folding sliding door that, when open, creates a unique vast area. Outside, there is enough space for sunbathing with sofas and cushioned settees for convivial moments.

The outside part of the galley - a barbecue may be fitted - offers relaxing and gregarious moments in open air, in touch with the sea. In cold winter months the top and side protections may be stretched abaft for complete sheltering of the cockpit and, eventually, even the rear may be closed. In short, the Atlantis 35 is a young, dynamic and elegant yacht, but as the slogan goes "Don't call it small - 35 feet, no compromise".

TECHNICAL DATA

		Fuel consumption indicated in the graph is obtained from engine consumption curves supplied by the manufacturer, nevertheless the effective consumption at sea may differ from published data as a function of: loads and their distribution aboard, vessel conditions, engine condition and adjustment as well as characteristics of propellers used.

CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS

Hull: fiberglass resin-infused monolithic hull with outer layers in vynilester resin. Deep V-hull with 18°deadrise aft. Isophthalic neopentyl gelcoat, including the blue stripe. For greater structural resistance the hull was built with the Integrated Structural System
Hull construction material: fiberglass sandwich sides and deck for greater resistance and lightness
Deck characteristics: aft - settees with removable table; helm station to starboard, central sink and refrigerator abaft; easy access along side decks protected by a quite low stainless steel handrail; wraparound windshield serves as handrail. Electrical awning that may protect the area with waterproof panels
Bow area: slightly raised with central sunbed, forward cabin round hatch, external central windlass and two mooring bitts. Anchor locker with closing hatch fitted around windlass. Stainless steel stem fitting
Cockpit arrangements and fittings: the actual cockpit is amidships, with two opposite settees, the portside one is twice as long and has the shape of a chaise longue. Opposite, a fiberglass cabinet includes refrigerator and sink below which is a locker with the battery main switches. Between the two settees a teak table may be installed; when not in use it is stored opposite the dashboard, aft of the portside settee
Characteristics of the aft platform: teak inlay, suitably sized for diving and climbing on board; three teak steps connect it with the cockpit. The aft platform is fitted with a folding swimming ladder, concealed when not in use and a shower
Helm station: the dashboard is in fiberglass, same colors as the hull, with a carbon fiber wraparound part. Standard analog engine instruments, Tridata, VHF with DSC/GPS, magnetic compass, fixed driving wheel with steel spokes, electronic levers and switches for plants and accessories. The double pilot settee is adjustable.

INTERIORS

FITTINGS

IMPRESSIONS

PERFORMANCE (with 380 liters of fuel, empty water tank and 4 passengers)
Time needed to reach planing speed: 6 seconds
Minimum planing speed at 1,800 rpm's: 9.9 knots.

EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE

EVALUATION OF COMFORT AND FUNCTIONALITY