Planing Yachts For Sale

A planing hull is designed to rise and skim across the water's surface at higher speeds. Unlike displacement hulls, which push through the water, planing hulls lift themselves out of the water as speed increases, allowing the yacht to glide on top of the water rather than displacing it. This design reduces drag significantly, enabling faster acceleration and higher top speeds.

The key characteristics of a planing hull include a flatter, more angular shape with a sharp entry and wide transom. These features help the boat achieve lift, allowing it to rise onto the plane and minimize the wetted surface area. As a result, planing hulls are capable of reaching high speeds more efficiently, making them ideal for activities that require quick performance, such as watersports and high-speed cruising.

While planing hulls offer superior speed and agility, they are generally less stable at lower speeds compared to displacement hulls. The ride can be bouncier and less comfortable when not on plane. However, they excel in scenarios where speed and dynamic performance are the primary concerns, providing a thrilling and responsive experience.

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52 FLY (Mk3)

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Motor Yacht 15-18m

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Award WinnerBeneteau Yachts Antares 12                                                             12.97m
                                                                            
                                
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Sargo 45

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Award Winner440 Marex                                                            13.7m
                                                                            
                                
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440 Marex

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Award WinnerWindy Boats W34 Alizé                                                            10.3m
                                                                            
                                
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Planing FAQ

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  • What is the difference between a planing and displacement hull?

    A planing hull is designed to lift up and ride over the water, the lift reducing the hull's contact area and drag, allowing for greater speeds. A displacement hull pushes through the water, and is restricted by its hull speed, the rate it travels being directly related to its hull length rather than just the engine horsepower.   

  • Are all planing hulls fast?

    Yes, but some are faster than others, or rather some designs are more capable of higher speeds. The deeper the Vee, the sharper its angle of deadrise, the more able it is to cut through the waves at speed without slamming. This is fine for ligher sportsboats, but as a yacht becomes heavier it requires more assistance to lift up out of the water, so flatter sections are needed. These sections will slam as speeds increase, reducing the performance level.