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RADIANT Yacht – Masterful $300M Superyacht

Delivered to her owner, businessman from the United Arab Emirates, in 2009, RADIANT yacht is a 110-metre (260.1 ft) luxury yacht.

She is currently the 38th largest yacht in the world, closely followed by KAOS, AL RAYA and ANNA, who have the same lengths.

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The interior of the RADIANT yacht was designed by Glen Pushelberg, who co-founded the high-profile studio Yabu Pushelberg.

Their portfolio mainly consists of boutiques and expensive hotels, although they have worked on several luxury yachts in recent years.

The interior layout and design of RADIANT have been kept a secret from the public although it is rumored to be very modern and tasteful with contemporary design choices rather than traditional.

The yacht can welcome twenty guests in ten cabins as well as 44 crew members. She has a cinema, an indoor pool, elevators, and a spa onboard.

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Specifications

RADIANT was built by Luerssen at their Lemwerder shipyard in Germany. She was delivered in late 2009 and conducted her maiden voyage in February 2010.

RADIANT has a total length of 110 meters (260.1 ft), a beam of 16.3 meters (53.6 ft), and a draft of 4.68 meters (15.4 ft).

Her weight lies at 5,082 tons, making her a relatively heavy yacht. Her average cruising speed is 16 knots, although she can accelerate to a top speed of 22 knots if required using her twin diesel MTU engines .

Her water tanks can carry up to 100,000 liters of freshwater allowing her to take guests on longer trips. 

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Tim Heywood and his renowned design studio worked on the exterior of RADIANT in collaboration with Luerssen.

The British designer specializes in large vessels and has worked on yachts like DILBAR and PELROUS in the past. RADIANT is one of his most notable design projects.

She has a somewhat unconventional exterior which isn’t all-white like most superyachts but features a light grey lower half. She has a helipad on the top deck, although it can only support smaller aircraft.

The bow, which is usually where a helipad would be placed on a large yacht, is instead a spacious sun deck with storage facilities for smaller tenders and water toys such as jet skis. The aft of the vessel has several decks with comfortable seating areas.

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The RADIANT yacht was sold to the owner for an estimated price of US $300 million. She generates an additional US $20 to $30 million in annual running costs.

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A Closer Look at the $320 Million Superyacht "Radiant"

In the world of superyachts, one of the most expensive and lavish ships in the world is the Radiant. As of 2018, it was the sixth most expensive yacht in the world and it's one that is boardable by invitation only. If you're as intrigued as we are about this floating luxury vessel, here are the details about what makes the Radiant so highly valued .

The history of the Radiant

The Radiant was originally built as a commissioned vessel ordered by Boris Berezovsky, who is a Russian media magnate. His intention was to have a superyacht built that would outshine the yacht owned by his enemy Roman Abramovich, who was the owner of the Pelorus. This gives us the back story that inspired the specifications of the luxury yacht that was intended to be one of the most glorious yachts to float the seas. The construction code name for the yacht was Darius with the first name to replace the code name as Radiant. The naval architect and builder of the ship is the German shipbuilder Lurssen, and she was launched in 2009 under the Cayman Islands flag . The Radiant was sold by Berezovsky to its current owner, Abdulla Al Futtaim. He hails from the United Arab Emirates and made billions of dollars in the car dealership industry.

Specifications of the Radiant

The Radiant was built with an aluminum superstructure and a strong steel hull. The total length is 360 feet and 10 inches which qualifies it as a superyacht. the beam is 53 ft and 5 inches and the draft is 14 ft 9 inches. The deck material is teak wood. The exterior of the Radiant was designed by Tim Heywood with the intention of making the beam large to provide for an ultra spacious luxury interior. The interior design is provided by Glen pushelberg of Terence Disdale Design. The ship launched in April of 2009 and was delivered to its Russian owner in 2010.

Power of this motor yacht

The tonnage of the Radiant is 5027 tonnes. She is powered by an 8715 horsepower MTU, 16 V 1163 TB73L diesel engine. The maximum speed of the ship is 21 knots. She is also equipped with zero speed stabilizers for the ultimate in guest comfort when the ship is docked, even in rough seas.

The amenities and equipment of the Radiant

We attempted to discover how many cabins were built into the Radiant, but this information is not readily available. It is our assumption that the configuration of the interior may have changed from one owner to another as it is standard practice to make changes to suit the personal tastes and preferences when it changes hands. When it comes to passenger capacity, the Radiant has accepted between 16 to 20 guests aboard. We also assume that there is a crew size of approximately 44 hands for the daily maintenance and operational needs of a craft this size. What we do know is that there are some sweet amenities on board. The Radiant features a helipad so guests and VIPs can easily gain access or leave the vessel, and this also comes in handy in the event of a medical emergency. There is also a cinema for the entertainment of guests, a gymnasium, a spa and jacuzzi for relaxation and a garage to store the tenders. There is also a swimming platform, swimming pools, a beach club, air conditioning and a massage room on board.

Safety equipment

The Radiant is equipped with a state of the art personal protection and security system that is unlike most other defense systems. The comprehensive system includes a barrage of sonic guns that have the capacity to burst the eardrums of any unwelcomed guests such as hijackers or other types of attackers. The yacht is also armed with a series of water cannons that can hurl jets of water that could sink a smaller boat form up to 100 yards from the vessel. A special escape pod has been designed with a speedboat to carry the occupants of the boat to safety if all other measures of protection and security fail. (www.businessinsider.com/most-expensive-yachts-2014-9#6-radiant-is-worth-320-million-5). These safety and protection measures were instituted at the insistence of Berezovsky and the speedboat can reach 75 knots or better. The man who commissioned the building of the Radiant was taking no chances when it came to his personal safety and that of his guests.

Final thoughts

The Radiant remains one of the most expensive and lavish luxury yachts in the world today. It's the sister of the Dilbar, another highly ranking vessel in the collection and the ship was initially built to go one better and deliver a yacht which was superior to the yacht of the commissioning owner's rival, which was the Pelorus. One-upmanship was the passion that was behind the design and ultimate building of this $320 million dollar superyacht, which commands the attention of onlookers at whatever port it is docked. If you're fortunate enough to be one of the invited guests out of the 16 or 20 the ship is intended to accommodate, you will be aboard one of the safest and most secure yacht on the seas and there are a couple of different ways for you to escape if an emergency takes place. From the teak decks to the lavish design features of the interior of this seaworthy paradise, the Radiant is among the most expensive and admired vessels in the world today. Of course, both owners just happen to be billionaires several times over, but it's nice, sometimes, to see how the other half lives.

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A sister to Al Raya, Radiant was commissioned by the Russian media tycoon Boris Berezovsky, who wanted a rival to Pelorus, owned by his arch enemy Roman Abramovich. However, he subsequently sold her to Abdulla al-Futtaim, a billionaire car dealer from the United Arab Emirates, before she was completed. As well as the standard features for a yacht of this size - helipad, gymnasium, cinema, spa - she has one of the highest security specifications ever conceived. Berezovsky ordered a personal “escape launch” – a speedboat with turbo-charged twin diesel engines capable of exceeding 75 knots. She is also equipped with an arsenal of sonic guns that fire low-frequency sound waves that can burst the eardrums of approaching assailants, and a military water cannon capable of sinking an approaching boat at more than 100 yards.

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RADIANT is a 110.0 m Motor Yacht, built in Germany by Lurssen and delivered in 2009.

Her top speed is 21.0 kn and her cruising speed is 16.0 kn and her power comes from two MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 20 guests in 10 staterooms. She has a gross tonnage of 5027.0 GT and a 16.3 m beam.

She was designed by Tim Heywood , who has designed 60 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database.

The naval architecture was developed by Lurssen , who has architected 69 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database, and the interior of the yacht was designed by Terence Disdale , who has 77 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

RADIANT is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 70 motor yachts longer than 100m, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her top speed is 1.14 kn above the average.

RADIANT is currently sailing under the Cayman Islands flag, the 2nd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1358 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Germany. For more information regarding RADIANT's movements, find out more about BOAT Pro AIS .

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  • Name: RADIANT
  • Previous Names: DARIUS
  • Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
  • Builder: Lurssen
  • Naval Architect: Lurssen
  • Exterior Designer: Tim Heywood
  • Interior Designer: Terence Disdale
  • Refits: 2020-03-10

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The RADIANT yacht is a 360.9ft / 110m luxury yacht built and launched by yacht builder Lurssen . Delivered to a proud yacht owner in 2009, this luxury yacht sleeps up to 21 guests in 13 staterooms and has accommodations for 40 crew. She has a beam of 53.5ft / 16.3m, a draft of 14.7ft / 4.5m, and she measures in at 5,027 gross tons. Her hull is steel and her decks are teak. Her max speed is 19 knots and cruising speed is 16 knots. She is propelled by 2 engines at 6,651 hp each.

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A General Description of Motor Yacht RADIANT

RADIANT was previously called project/yacht name Aidre. This 52 m (171 ft) luxury yacht was developed by Amels Yachts (Of The Damen Shipyard Group) in 2004. Motor Yacht RADIANT is a notable superyacht. The naval architecture office responsible for this yacht's drawings on this ship is Amels and Terence Disdale Design. Her initial interior design and styling was the brain child of Terence Disdale Design. Luxury yacht RADIANT is a handsome yacht that is able to accommodate up to 12 people on board and has approximately 13 professional crew.

Motor yacht RADIANT was designed by Terence Disdale who has redefined his classic style. The yacht features large areas of free deck space allowing for a barbecue, Spa Pool, and dining for ten on the large afterdeck. The yachts interior has subtle colour schemes complimenting the warmer climates she cruises in. M/Y RADIANT has sister ships named TIGRE D'OR, KISS THE SKY and DEJA TOO.

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Amels was the naval architect firm involved in the professional vessel composition for RADIANT. Also the company Amels and Terence Disdale Design skillfully collaborated on this project. Interior designer Terence Disdale Design was responsible for the overall interior ambience. In 2004 she was formally launched to triumph in Makkum and post sea trials and detailing was then passed on to the new owner. Amels Yachts (Of The Damen Shipyard Group) completed their new build motor yacht in the Netherlands. The hull was crafted from steel. The motor yacht main superstructure is fabricated for the most part from aluminium. With a beam of 9 metres or 29.5 ft RADIANT has spacious interior. She has a deep draught of 3.1m (10.2ft). She had refit maintenance and modification completed in 2007.

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The KTA-38-M2 engine installed in the motor yacht is built by CUMMINS. She is driven by twin screw propellers. The engine of the ship produces 1200 horse power (or 896 kilowatts). She is equiped with 2 engines. The combined output for the yacht is therefore 2400 HP or 1766 KW.

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Bestowing chambers for a maximum of 12 visiting passengers staying on board, the RADIANT accommodates everyone luxuriously. Normally the vessel utilises around 13 professional crew members to maintain and sail.

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Luxury yachts have introduced a glittery (and technologically advanced) era of seafaring, and the most expensive yachts in the world are their epitome.

The ultra-wealthy owners of "megayachts" and "superyachts" do not just own floating palaces that help them navigate the oceans, they possess massive, floating symbols of prestige and decadence.

Every superyacht on this list is a work of art with a unique design, cutting-edge technology, and of course, ultimate luxury.

These vessels range from the glittering History Supreme adorned in gold, to the advanced motor yacht A , symbolizing abundance and class in the shipping world.

Value: $300 Million

As a representative example of maritime luxury and engineering, there is the Pelorus , valued at approximately $300 million.

This yacht measures over 115 meters and has an elegant design with current technology.

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It was constructed by the German shipyard Lürssen and designed by Tim Heywood, with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure.

Pelorus is a luxurious yacht that provides myriad services, like different swimming pools, helipads, and a lavishly appointed category of guest suites.

She has a high-tech stabilization system for a smooth sail.

Over the years, the yacht has been owned by eminent personalities and serves as a sign of wealth in the realm of luxurious yachts.

Price: $320 Million

The Radiant , valued at an estimated $320 million , is a fantastic example of marine lavishness in secure vessel.

Built in 2009 by Lürssen, this super yacht comes with a sophisticated design created by Tim Heywood and an exquisite interior by Glen Pushelburg.

In addition to the luxury-focused features expected on a yacht of her pedigree, she has up-to-date security attributes – like a missile defense shield for maximum security:

Boat International shared that she is also equipped with an arsenal of sonic guns that fire low-frequency sound waves that can burst the eardrums of approaching assailants and a military water cannon capable of sinking an approaching boat at more than 100 yards.

The Radiant boasts luxurious facilities such as a swimming pool, beach club, a theater room, and a well-equipped gym.

She offers the finest in luxury, technology, and safety, earning her a spot among elite nautical craft and providing an exceptionally safe experience at sea.

Price: $400 Million

The Dubai yacht, valued at $400 million, is another example of extreme maritime luxury.

Spanning an impressive 162 meters, she is among the largest yachts traversing the seas today.

Commissioned by Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei and later acquired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, this floating masterpiece was crafted by Platinum Yachts.

Her lavish features include a mosaic swimming pool, a helipad, and a striking circular staircase.

Her interior, adorned with opulent fabrics and handcrafted materials, offers a sumptuous visual experience rivaling the extraordinary comfort and luxury she boasts.

Dubai is not just a vessel but a symbol of regal luxury and architectural grandeur on the seas.

Price: $440 Million

Motor Yacht A , valued at $440 million, is a striking example of maritime luxury and architectural innovation ... with a highly unassuming moniker.

Designed by Philippe Starck and engineered by Blohm + Voss, this 119-meter vessel stands out with her futuristic, submarine-inspired silhouette.

Launched in 2008, she boasts an opulent interior, including a 2,500-square-foot master bedroom and disco, alongside six guest suites that can be converted into four larger staterooms.

Her unique features include three swimming pools (one glass-bottomed) and a helipad.

Emphasizing luxury and privacy, Motor Yacht A is a floating masterpiece , blending avant-garde design with state-of-the-art technology.

Price: $455 Million

The Flying Fox , valued at $455 million, is a textbook example of maritime luxury and engineering.

Built by the renowned German shipyard Lürssen in 2019, this yacht stands out for her sheer size and opulent features.

She spans an impressive length, offering ample space for a vast array of amenities and to accommodate a number of guests.

Her interior design is a blend of elegance and modernity, providing unparalleled comfort and luxury.

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The Flying Fox is not just a vessel; she is a floating sanctuary which offers a unique and indulgent experience, making her one of the most prestigious yachts in the world today.

Price: $527 Million

Motor Yacht A+ , previously christened Topaz and valued at $527 million, is a stunning vessel whose reputation precedes her.

Launched in 2012 by Lürssen Yachts, this impressive vessel spans 147 meters, making her one of the largest yachts in the world.

Designed by Tim Heywood with an interior by Terence Disdale, the Topaz is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities.

She features multiple decks, a large jacuzzi, a swimming pool, a spacious conference room, a cinema, and a fully equipped gym.

This yacht is a floating estate and mansion, fusing elegance, luxury, and high-end technology, reflecting the pinnacle of affluent living and nautical craftsmanship.

Price: $600 Million

The Azzam , priced at $600 million, is a remarkable feat in yacht engineering and luxury.

Launched in 2013 by Lürssen Yachts and designed by Nauta Yachts, she stretches an impressive 180 meters, making her one of the largest private yachts ever built.

Notable for both her speed and elegance, the Azzam boasts a sleek, sophisticated design and can reach speeds over 30 knots, thanks to her powerful jet engines.

Her interior, designed by Christophe Leoni, exudes luxury with intricate, bespoke designs.

This yacht represents a harmonious blend of size, performance, and opulence, setting a new standard in luxury yachting.

Price: $1.5 Billion

The Eclipse is one of the world's most expensive yachts, towing a hefty price tag of $1.5 billion; her valuation has increased since she first launched .

This luxurious vessel is renowned for her extraordinary size and opulent amenities. She features a sleek and modern design, offering her privileged occupants the utmost in comfort and extravagance at sea.

The Eclipse set new standards for oceanic luxury with multiple decks, spacious cabins, a swimming pool, a helipad, and a mini-submarine on board.

Owned by prominent Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, this yacht once held the record for being the longest privately owned yacht, until the Azzam sailed away with her crown.

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"price": $5 billion.

Across the internet, the History Supreme is routinely touted as the most expensive yacht to ever exist, purportedly fashioned entirely from solid gold and platinum, and even inlaid with precious gems.

If ever a vessel was made to be on a list like this, it's the History Supreme . But precious little information seems to exist about the yacht, and it is particularly scarce with respect to basic details like her home port and supposed owner.

Yet searches for the History Supreme lead to link after link ranking it as the most expensive yacht ever made, sidestepping obvious questions – such as ones about whether precious metals are compatible with prolonged exposure to corrosive seawater, or whether a vessel of her description could be seaworthy at all.

Thankfully, the maritime information hub BoatSafe.com has the scoop on this mysterious vessel , first pointing out that every site listing "uses the same four images" – often a sign that a concept or CGI object has been mistaken for or falsely held out as real.

Almost all the other yachts on this list have left undeniable traces of their existence – registration information, dedicated Wikipedia entries, and details about their movements and ports of call.

As for the "four images" in total, that's uncommon for notable vessels, which are often photographed by boating enthusiasts and beachgoers when yachts are docked, boarded, or when they're seen near the shoreline while at sea.

In this particular instance, it's difficult to imagine a solid gold yacht criss-crossing the planet for well over a decade (after her supposed commission in 2011) and not appearing in at least one Instagram post.

The History Supreme is described as the most unusual and lavish yacht in history, but no verifiable evidence of her seems to exist anywhere; she is brag-worthy, but never bragged about.

As BoatSafe.com explains, the History Supreme has all the hallmarks of an internet hoax:

You may have heard that the most expensive yacht in history is called the History Supreme. As near as I’ve been able to figure out, that’s not true. Not because the alleged $4.8 billion yacht wouldn’t be the most expensive – that’s far more than the next most expensive yacht.

Instead, it’s not true because the History Supreme is not a real yacht. It doesn’t exist. But you wouldn’t know that from how the internet works.

BoatSafe.com raised questions about her rumored owner (an unnamed, wealthy man from Malaysia), pointing out that her supposed cost of $5 billion amounted to over a third of the richest man in Malaysia's net worth:

People have assumed that the owner would be a man named Robert Kuok, the richest man in Malaysia. His fortune is around $14.5 billion. If he was indeed the man who purchased this boat, it means he spent one third of all of his money on it. That’s a lot of money to invest in a single boat.

Even if an individual with $15 billion decided to spend $5 billion on the History Supreme , Boat Safe uncovered what looked to be firm evidence of a hoax, pointing out the four images "looked a lot like the Baia One Hundred , a yacht made by Italian yacht makers Baia in 2008."

BoatSafe.com contacted Baia, which confirmed the images were theirs, and introduced another excellent question – how could a solid gold yacht be buoyant?

Baia’s sales manager said those photos were stolen from their website and doctored. So they were not new photos of an altered boat, but altered photos of an old boat. Moreover, and this is crucial, he also pointed out what should have been obvious to anyone working in boating news. If Hughes added 110 tons of gold to the boat, how the heck was it staying afloat?

If anything, the History Supreme is a good reminder that not everything that glitters turns out to be gold, that not everything flashy or exciting on the internet turns out to be true, and that the world's most expensive yacht would generate photographic evidence of its existence.

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Motor Yacht Radiant, the 110m Lürssen yacht, is on its way to Kristiansand, Norway as reported by Norwegian newspaper fvn.no. It is not known how long M/Y Radiant will be in the region, but it is apparent that the south coast of Norway is becoming the new testing ground for some of the world’s largest yachts.

According to Norwegian newspaper fvn.no, mega yacht Radiant is expected to reach Kristiansand in early May. M/Y Radiant was built in 2009 under the project name ‘Darius’ and was delivered to her new owner in February 2010. The mega yacht was designed by Tim Heywood to sport a powerful and sophisticated exterior, making her one of the most impressive yachts on the water. Radiant also offers a spacious and stylish interior designed by Glen Pushelburg.

The 110m motor yacht Radiant is reported to have been designed to rival M/Y Pelorus , the 115m mega yacht once owned by Roman Abramovich. M/Y Pelorus, also built to a Tim Heywood design, is deemed to be one of the most beautiful yachts on the water. The mega yacht was voted by the world's leading designers to be the 2nd most beautiful yacht - ever. The striking M/Y Radiant's exterior profile bears similarities to Pelorus and has been coined by British newspapers as one of the most expensive and safest yachts ever built.

M/Y Radiant holds state-of-the-art equipment and accommodates 16 people onboard. The luxury mega yacht features a helipad, gym, cinema and two swimming pools. M/Y Radiant can also match her levels of comfort and luxury with her almost militaristic safety. The mega yacht is even reported to hold a high-power water cannon that can lower a boat from 100m away.

The reason for M/Y Radiant's visit to the south coast of Norway is unknown as of yet. However, several other large superyachts are venturing to the area, which offers spacious and scenic waters to cruise and test a new yacht in preparation for delivery. Roman Abramovich travelled to Kristiansand in order to take delivery of the 115m M/Y Luna , whilst the world's largest yacht, M/Y Eclipse is widely expected to visit the area before the 2010 South African World Cup.

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The 110m/360'11" motor yacht 'Radiant' (ex. Darius) was built by Lurssen in Germany at their Lemwerder shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Glen Pushelburg and she was delivered to her owner in February 2010. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Tim Heywood Design and she was last refitted in 2023.

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Radiant has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 20 guests in 10 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 44 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Her features include a movie theatre, beauty salon, elevator, beach club, gym and air conditioning.

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Radiant is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 1163 TB73L) 16-cylinder 8,715hp engines running at 1230rpm, she comfortably cruises at 16 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 21 knots. Radiant features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 100,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Germanischer Lloyd ✠ 100 A5 Motor Yacht, ✠ MC AUT classification society rules.

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