Beneteau | 2019
Gran Turismo 46

Air Step 2 Hull Design

Air Step 2 is an evolution and an upgrade of the first generations based on Beneteau’s customer experience and their R&D Department. 

The concept remains the same as the first generation: a V-shaped step under the hull with hard chines in the aft that generate a perfect grip when turning. The step creates an “air cushion” which reduces the drag thus improves performances and brings a smoother ride. 

Air Step 2 has different air intakes under the hull. These are more simple to build but most of all they dramatically increase the air flow in the step. 

There is 3 times more air than the first generation air step. The results are significant:

• 1.5 knots more in top speed
• Even less bow rise than in generation one. (almost no bow rise at all)
• Can now carry 1,500 lbs more load and gear onboard without decreasing top speed (this means more equipment and comfort with the same performance)

| Exterior

• Navigation lights
• Bow fitting with anchor securing system
• 1 000 W Electric windlass (with remote control)
• 2 Forward cleats, 2 central and 4 aft in stainless steel

• Half open pulpit in stainless steel with guardrail and handrail
• 2 Stainless steel handrails on access to side decks step

• Self-bailing cockpit
• Access by 2 gates with safety catch
• 4 Storage lockers (under the seats)
• Cockpit gallery with sink, foldaway tap, Stowage
• Engine well access cover
• Space for cased life-raft
• Cockpit shower with mixer tap
• Swim deck  + Swimming ladder
• Choice of exterior PVC upholstery Luxe Beige & Cream PVC with diamond effect 

| Interior

Galley

• Double stainless steel sink, with mixer
• Ceramic hob, 2 burners (Kenyon)
• White Corian type worktop
• Fridge and Freezer
• Leather covered handrails

Saloon 

• 4 person sofa, upholstery Courchevel Pearl fabric
• Table in mat walnut wood – Stainless steel foot
• 4 Storage Cupboards
• 2 Storage lockers (under the seats)
• 2 Light wells

 VIP Cabin

• 1 double bed
• Padded headboard
• 2 Reading lights
• 2 Hanger closets
• 2 Panorama windows with opening ports and shutters
• Opening deck hatch with mosquito blind
• Indirect lighting

VIP Head

• Basin with mixer tap
• Mirror
• 2 Storage Cupboards
• Shower separated by translucent door
• Quiet Flush electric toilet
• Teak slatted decks

Owners Cabin

• Headroom:
• Double Berth
• Padded headboard
• 2 Reading lights
• 3 Storage lockers
• 1 Hanging locker
• 2 Panorama windows with opening ports and shutters
• 1 Lightwell with shutter
• Deckchair (with view of the sea)

Owners Head

• Basin with mixer tap
• Mirror
• 3 Storage Cupboards
• 1 Opening porthole
• Shower separated by translucent door
• Quiet Flush electric toilet
• Teak Slatted decks

| Engines

• Volvo IPS 600 Diesel EVC-E engine 2 x 435 HP Joystick
• Throttle & controls
• Joystick Docking
• Fuel filter with decanter
• Seawater filter
• Air intakes on the deck for engine compartment cooling
• Engine room foam soundproofed
• Fire extinguishing system activated from the steering station
• Stainless steel fuel filler
• 119 US Gal Roto molded fuel tanks

| Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. Hours listed may vary from actual hours due to recent use. Purchaser is encouraged to verify hours prior to purchase. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

| Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.