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shield with no uprights that gives total visibility and system, which combines the remote controls of all de-
was created using innovative glass tempering technol- vices and can be expanded to cover the automation
ogy. The owner’s cabin is also particularly impressive. system in all areas. It can be controlled by the owner
It reaches 20 m in width and contains a large central and guests on smartphones and tablets.
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bed measuring 180 x 200 cm. Behind it is a walk-in
wardrobe on the port side and a bathroom to starboard. ENGINES AND PROPULSION
The standard engine configuration of the Persh-
UNDERWATER MUSIC ing 8X is twin MTU 16V 2000 M96 engines deliver-
The new Pershing 8X boasts a feature that is un- ing 2435 mhp each, combined with TopSystem surface
precedented not only in the brand’s range but also drive propulsion with surface propellers. The yacht Exteriors of the new Pershing 8X: full page, an interesting
in the entire pleasure craft industry: a Music ∙ Hull, can reach a top speed of 45 knots and a cruising speed design detail of the stairs that access to the sport-fly,
which allows you to listen to music underwater when of up to 38 knots, with maximum range of 320 nauti-
diving and swimming. This innovative solution was cal miles (preliminary data). integrated in the typical Pershing wing
developed by the Ferretti Group Engineering Depart- Like the Pershing 9X, the 8X will come with a
ment in conjunction with Videoworks. It transforms groundbreaking system that integrates propulsion
the hull itself into a high-definition loudspeaker. The control with the manoeuver, navigation, and moni-
Music ∙ Hull is controlled by the VOTIS infotainment toring systems.

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