VANGUARD
78' 4" (23.88m) NAVAL YACHTS
LOA: 78' 4" (23.88m)
Beam: 16' 11" (5.16m)
Draft:
Speed:
9 Knots
11 Knots
Location: Florida United States
Year: 2023
Builder: NAVAL YACHTS
Type:
Motor Yacht
Expedition or Explorer
Price: $3,230,000 USD
Additional Specifications For VANGUARD:
LOA: 78' 4" (23.88m)
Beam: 16' 11" (5.16m)
Hull Material: Aluminum
Hull Config: Monohull
Tonnage:
66.00
Speed:
Cruising 9 Knots
Max 11 Knots
Fuel Capacity: 9885 L (2611.34 Gal)
Water Capacity: 7500 L (1981.29 Gal)
Holding Tank: 800 L (211.34 Gal)
Flag: United Kingdom
Location: Florida, United States
Price: $3,230,000 USD
Delivery/Model Year: 2023
Year Built: 2023
Builder: NAVAL YACHTS
Model: XPM 78
Type:
Motor Yacht
Expedition or Explorer
Engines: 160 HP,Twin, Inboard, Diesel/Electric, John Deere, 4045 AFM85 M1, 1200hrs / 1200hrs
Staterooms: 3
Sleeps: 8
Heads: 3
Captain Cabin: No
Classifications:
MCA: Yes
OVERVIEW

To call VANGUARD a capable and proven long-range expedition yacht would be an understatement. Since her launch in 2023, she has covered over 9,000 nautical miles, reaching destinations as far north as Greenland. The accomplishments of VANGUARD are often sought after but rarely achieved to the level this compact and capable platform has demonstrated within just 20 months of her delivery.

Built with today’s cutting-edge technologies to maximize efficiency and redundancy, VANGUARD's key advancements include a diesel-electric Praxis hybrid propulsion system, advanced DMS Magnus Master stabilization, ice-reinforced hull design, a commercial-grade dynamic positioning system, and a network of energy management systems to optimize efficiency. These features place her in a class of her own. VANGUARD was constructed to standards not previously seen in her size range and not only in her advanced systems, but also in her fit and finish. Her custom interior, designed by Arista Marine, and the meticulous attention to detail in her exterior finishing by Naval Yachts elevate her into a new standard that balances function and efficiency with refined aesthetics.

VANGUARD completed her summer transit to Greenland with two experienced ice pilots onboard, putting her purpose-built hull into action and exploring truly off-the-beaten-path destinations. VANGUARD returned to Fort Lauderdale this fall.

If expedition is your passion and you are looking to break away from traditional cruising standards, schedule a showing to see how Vanguard has redefined what is possible in a modern expedition yacht.

MAIN FEATURES
  • Exceptional long-range capability
  • Ice-reinforced hull
  • State of art diesel electric hybrid propulsion system
  • Equipped with Commercial dynamic positioning system
  • Advanced DMS Magnusmaster stabilization system
  • Unmatched efficiency for long range cruising and a cruise speed burn rate of 3.5L/NM with a range of over 7,000 NM
INTERIOR

VANGUARD's interior is designed to feel light, open and airy, with pale timber finishes accented by rich dark contrasts throughout.

The main deck features a modern open-plan layout that combines the helm station, galley and main salon.

Below, the lower deck offers well-appointed staterooms, each with en-suite facilities for maximum comfort and privacy.

ACCOMMODATIONS
VANGUARD offers accommodations for up to eight guests, with six in three en-suite staterooms below and an optional convertible salon berth for two additional guests. The full-beam owner's stateroom features a centered king berth, integrated settee, and an en-suite with glass-enclosed shower. The VIP cabin includes a centerline double with sofa. The third guest stateroom offers fixed twin bunks and sofa seating.
CONSTRUCTION
Aluminum hull and superstructure, with Treadmaster deck.
DIMENSIONS

GENERAL

Length Overall:  78' 4" (23.86m)
Beam:  16' 11" (5.15m)
Draft:  4' 4" (1.3m)

 

CAPACITIES

Fuel Capacity:  2,611 USG (9,885 L)
Water Capacity: 1,981 USG (7,500 L) stored in 4 tanks
Grey Water: 108 USG (410 L)
Black Water: 159 USG (600 L)

 

SPEED

Maximum speed: 11 knots
Cruising speed: 9 knots
Range:  7,000 nm

MAIN ENGINES

2 x John Deere 4045 AFM85 M1, 160hp each, continuous
Engine hours: 1,200 hrs each, February 27, 2026
Praxis hybrid drive allows diesel or electric propulsion, optimizing fuel efficiency (7.5 knots at 3.5L/nm)
Twin Disc 2.5:1 step down marine gearboxes

ELECTRIC POWER
Hybrid power system: 2 x 60kWh/600V DC LIPO batteries and a 6kW solar array
House batteries capacity: 3 x 7 Kwh Ah 24v DC LIPO
Shore Power: Single phase 50/60hz, 25KVA 3 phase50/60hz 25KVA

The yacht can use shore power (single/three phase) and solar to charge the batteries.
AIR CONDITIONING
Webasto Blue Cool system (V Cool) chiller + hydronic heating
OTHER MACHINERY
Watermaker:  Delfin watermaker, approx. 5.5-7L/min
Stabilizers:  DMS MagnusMaster
Bow Thruster:  15 kW Sidepower
Steering System:  Wills Ridley fully redundant electro-hydraulic steering integrated with Praxis Automation steering control system
Bilge Pumps: Electric, manual, and emergency fire pumps for water management.
Misc.:  Praxis Dynamic Positioning System / Dockmate
NAVIGATION AND COMMUNICATION
SatCom: Starlink satellite internet; Iridium
VHF: DSC (fixed) and handheld units
2 x ICOM M510 E (VHF Short Distance Radio, loud hailer, fog horn, GPS, AIS, DSC NMEA 2000)
Furuno GP-330B GPS Aerial                                                 
Furuno DFF-3B  Multibeam Sonar Sonar                       
Furuno B54 Depth Transducer                          
Furuno Airmar DST810 speed, depth, temp transducer                 
Furuno FA170/GPA017S Class A AIS Transponder (inc display, transducer, antenna)   
Furuno WX220 Ultrasonic Weather Station      
Furuno TVA-03C/TVA-03V lightning arrester    
ICOM HM229B Command Mike                         
Furuno NX700B Navtex rec                                       
Iridium Certus 2 x Iridium Sailor 4300 - above and below deck unit         
Furuno Felcom 19SASS Sat C Terminal (Inmarsat MINI C service)    
2 x Yellowbrick YB3i tracker handheld satellite phone                                       
Pepwave MAX BR1 MK2 4G Router                                      
Furuno SCX-21 GPS Satellite Compass             
Furuno PG-700 Fluxgate Compass
Furuno NMEA0183 Junction                                      
One Web 2 x Kymeta U8 Aerial (Ethernet)
TENDER
5 m Highfield RIB with 100 hp Yamaha outboard

Nav equipment onboard include ICOM M510 E, Furuno GP-1971F Plotter and Fish Finder, Furuno 525STID MSD Transducer, Furuno GP-330B GPS Aerial
DECK AND HULL
Anchor Windlass System:   Maxwell combined anchor windlass and capstan
Anchors: 110kg Rocna with 100m chain, and a secondary Fortress anchor. Controlled via windlass and aft kedging winches.
Crane: Puma tender crane
Passerelle
Swim Ladder: Swim Step fold-down
Navigational Lights
Spot Lights
Misc.: 10 x Majoni fenders, Dynema shore line and transport bag
SAFETY SYSTEMS
SECURITY
FLIR day/night camera; CCTV coverage (integrated with NAV displays.


FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
Portable extinguishers, a Praxis fire alarm system, and emergency shutoff controls.


SAFETY EQUIPMENT
2 x SOLAS life rafts in canisters with hydrostatic release
MOB sling
Life rings
REMARKS
Not for sale to US residents while in US waters.