Built by Hodgdon Yachts, ZARKAVA is a 26.5M/87’ custom carbon-fiber jet yacht created in collaboration with Donald L. Blount for naval architecture, Pininfarina for styling, and Redman Whiteley Dixon for interior design.
Her advanced carbon-composite hull, vacuum-infused with targeted damping, ensures strength, lightness, and reduced vibration. A triple MAN V12 installation powers twin Kamewa waterjets and a central booster, delivering exhilarating acceleration and genuine 50+ knot capability, with reports of ~60 knots achieved in optimum conditions. For comfort underway and at anchor, she is also equipped with SeaKeeper zero-speed stabilizers.
ZARKAVA underwent a significant refit at her original builder in 2017, including new engines, jets, generator, and a full repaint. Most recently, in 2024, her soft furnishings were renewed, ensuring her interior remains fresh and contemporary.
Inside, her custom Redman Whiteley Dixon interior is designed around streamlined luxury with large windows and, high-end materials. The main salon offers a modern lounge setting, while accommodations include two staterooms for up to four guests.
ZARKAVA represents an exceptional opportunity for an Owner seeking speed, pedigree, and exclusivity.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- First of two fully bespoke Hodgdon builds (custom pair; not a production series)
- Naval architecture: Donald L. Blount | Styling: Pininfarina | Interior: Redman Whiteley Dixon
- Advanced carbon-fiber, vacuum-bagged/infused construction with targeted core and damping for noise/vibration reduction
- Triple MAN V12 installation driving Kamewa waterjets (two jets + central booster)
- High-performance envelope: conceived for 50+ knots; ~60 knots reported in optimum conditions
- 2017 major refit at Hodgdon: new engines, waterjets, generator, full repaint, SeaKeeper zero-speed stabiliser, and wider technical renewals
- 2024: updated soft furnishings
Specifications
Overview
- Name:ZARKAVA
- Yacht Type:Motor Yacht
- Series, Model, Class:26M
- Builder:Hodgdon
- Exterior Designer:Pininfarina
- Interior Designer:RWD
Dimensions
- Length Overall:26.52 metres
- Length at Waterline:20.76 metres
- Beam:5.03 metres
- Max Draught:1.78 metres
- Gross Tonnage:63
- Displacement Tonnage:45
Construction
- Builder:Hodgdon
- Year of Build:2010
- Hull Type:Deep V / Planing
- Number of Decks:1
Performance & Capacities
- Max Speed:60 kn
- Cruising Speed:40 kn
- Fuel Capacity:5750 litres
- Water Capacity:600 litres
- Range:400 nm
- @ 30 kn
Engines
- Engine Make:MAN
- Total power:5700hp
Materials
- Hull:Composite
- Superstructure:Composite
- Deck:Composite
Accommodation
- Guests:4
- Passenger Rooms:2
- Master Rooms:1
- Double Rooms: 1