The Boat
Μ/Υ HIKARI is a classic Bertram 31 Express Cruiser.
The Bertram 31 is among the best power boats ever built in the United States. Its revolutionary deep V hull, designed by Ray Hunt, forever changed the way power boats were built. The boat’s weight, along with its very low center of gravity and its deep vee hull design offers a smooth, stable and very safe ride .
The Boat was so successful, that it eventually formed the foundation for Bertram Yachts.
The Bertram 31 is immediately recognizable thanks to its elegant and time defying lines.
Μ/Υ HIKARI
It is a certified commercial boat licensed to carry 10 people.
It carries all required safety equipment.
Electronics, GPS, VHF, Depth Sounder, EPIRB, hand held VHF, Radio, mp3 player, 4 x 100 w speakers.
It provides seating arrangement for 10 (fully covered from the sun), a swim platform and ladder.
It is equipped with a toilet, wash basin, shower (hot and cold fresh water), double V bed and dinette for 4; a 12V refrigerator, a solar panel, an emergency generator and a 3.1m inflatable dingy with a 2.5hp Yamaha engine
The Engines
2×240 HP Yanmar engines fitted in 2008
Speed: maximum 28 knots, cruising 22 knots