Gulf Craft Nomad 65 Rivals

Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the semi-displacement hull of the 65 delivers speeds of up to 23 knots.

Accommodation

If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Gulf Craft 65 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 6 guests with its 3 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Absolute 68 and Monte Carlo Yachts 66 offer slightly more guest accommodation sleeping up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, making them better choices for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the 65 features a full-beam master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, hull side windows and a dressing table. Equivalently, the Numarine 62 and Horizon E62 also offer 3 cabins, but with facilities for 6 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family vacations.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Gulf Craft 65 delivers a steady 17 knots and can't keep up with its faster competitors such as the Princess F62 with an impressive cruising speed of 30 knots or the Numarine 62 with a respectable cruising speed of 28 knots. The Gulf Craft 65 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed, catering to a different set of priorities. On the other hand, for those not in a hurry the Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht, with the slowest cruising speed of 15 knots, emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and enjoying the journey over the destination.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht impresses with its extensive range of 3,765 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The shallow draft of the Gulf Craft 62 allows it to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The performance of the Princess F62 is especially impressive, with a top speed of 36 knots and cruising speed of 30 knots.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Gulf Craft Nomad 65 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.

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Gulf Craft Nomad 65

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  • LOA 20m
  • Cabins 3
  • Max Speed 23 Knots

65 Rival Yachts to Consider

Outer Reef Yachts

650 Motoryacht (Mk1)

19.91m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2007 - 2022

Greenline

Oceanclass 65

20.8m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2017 - 2020

Hampton Yachts

Endurance 658

20.87m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2015

Horizon

E62 (Mk1)

20.52m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2016 - 2021

Outer Reef Yachts

640 Azure Motoryacht

19.22m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2019

Outer Reef Yachts

630 Cockpit Motoryacht

19.22m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2009

Outer Reef Yachts

630 Motoryacht

19.22m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2011

CL Yachts

CLB65

19.7m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2021

Numarine

62 Flybridge

19.16m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2016 - 2022

Prestige

630S

19.03m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2017 - 2021

Prestige

630

19.03m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2017 - 2021

Azimut

Magellano 66 (Mk1)

20.15m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2014 - 2021

Monte Carlo Yachts

MCY 66

20.11m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2019

Absolute

Navetta 68

20.52m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2019 - 2023

Maritimo

M64 (Mk1)

19.51m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2016 - 2020

Absolute

64 FLY

19.6m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2012 - 2019

Astondoa

66 Flybridge (Mk1)

19.83m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2017 - 2018

Sunseeker

Manhattan 66 (Mk2)

20.81m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2017 - 2021

Azimut

Azimut 66 (Mk1)

20.8m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2016 - 2020

Princess

Princess F62 (Mk1)

19.34m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2016 - 2020

Gulf Craft

Majesty 62

18.78m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2018

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Gulf Craft

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30.9m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2023

Gulf Craft

Nomad 95 SUV

30.55m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2019