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Grand Banks GB85
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Horizon E81 Skylounge

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Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the Grand Banks GB85 and the Horizon E81 Skylounge. The Grand Banks GB85 features a GRP semi-displacement hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 26.58m/87'2" and beam of 6.75m/22'2" provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The Horizon E81 offers a very similar length of 25.78m/84'7", with a marginally narrower beam of 6.25m/20'6",

Interested in owning a Grand Banks GB85 or Horizon E81? Explore all globally available Grand Banks GB85 for sale and Horizon E81 for sale verified through YachtBuyer MarketWatch, free of fake listings, or check out all similar models from Grand Banks for sale or Horizon for sale.

At a Glance

Grand Banks GB85

Status
In Production
2021 - Present

Horizon E81 Skylounge

Status
In Production
2021 - Present
Grand Banks GB85 illustration
26.58m  

Beam 6.75m

Draft 1.24m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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9 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

6 Guests or 9 is Optional  

3 Cabins Optional 4 Cabin Layout

3 Crew

Horizon E81 Skylounge illustration
25.78m  

Beam 6.25m

Draft -

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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6 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6

 

3 Cabins    

2 Crew

Interior

For most buyers, interior layout, finish and especially space will rank as some of the most important factors when choosing a yacht, here you can see how your chosen yachts directly compare.

Grand Banks GB85 , Interior Grand Banks GB85 , Interior
Grand Banks GB85
Horizon E81 Skylounge, Interior Horizon E81 Skylounge, Interior
Horizon E81 Skylounge

Accommodation

Cabin design and luxury should deliver a place of real sanctuary for the Owner or guests, with finish, space and light all key.

Grand Banks GB85 , Accommodation Grand Banks GB85 , Accommodation
Grand Banks GB85
Horizon E81 Skylounge, Accommodation Horizon E81 Skylounge, Accommodation
Horizon E81 Skylounge

Helm Station

Whether it will be the Owner or skipper taking control, helm positions should ensure excellent visibility, supportive seating and a design that delivers clear instrumentation.

Grand Banks GB85 , Helm Station Grand Banks GB85 , Helm Station
Grand Banks GB85
Horizon E81 Skylounge, Helm Station Horizon E81 Skylounge, Helm Station
Horizon E81 Skylounge

Deck Areas

As well as being a place to enjoy the real essence of yachting lifestyle, decks are also a serious work area and each area must be safe, practical and so fun to use.

Grand Banks GB85 , Deck Area Grand Banks GB85 , Deck Area
Grand Banks GB85
Horizon E81 Skylounge, Deck Area Horizon E81 Skylounge, Deck Area
Horizon E81 Skylounge

Flybridge

A superb place to enjoy days or nights on the water, this raised deck and driving position adds another dimension to yacht ownership and the driving experience.

Grand Banks GB85 , Fly Deck/Sportdeck Grand Banks GB85 , Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Grand Banks GB85
Horizon E81 Skylounge, Fly Deck/Sportdeck Horizon E81 Skylounge, Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Horizon E81 Skylounge

Compare Layouts

Flybridge

Grand Banks GB85

Flybridge

 

Horizon E81 Skylounge

Flybridge

 

Main Deck

Grand Banks GB85

Main Deck

Standard

Main Deck

Optional day head Option

Horizon E81 Skylounge

Main Deck

 

Lower Deck

Grand Banks GB85

Lower Deck

Standard

Lower Deck

Optional his and hers master en suite Option  A

Lower Deck

Optional 4 cabin layout Option  B

Horizon E81 Skylounge

Lower Deck

 

LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

Grand Banks GB85 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2021

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Rivals to Grand Banks GB85

Horizon E81 Skylounge Used Prices

In Production Since: 2021

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E81 Skylounge For Sale

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Rivals to Horizon E81 Skylounge

Specification Data

Model Name:GB85 E81 Skylounge
Builder:Grand BanksHorizon
Range:Grand Banks Long Range CruisersHorizon E Series
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Trawler Yacht, Enclosed Flybridge, Classic Enclosed Flybridge
Use Types: Cruising Cruising
LOA: 26.58m 25.78m
Max Beam: 6.75m 6.25m
Draft: 1.24m -
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: 49,000 Kg  
(Approx)		 65,181 Kg  
(Approx)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 2,640 Litres 8,706 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: 1,400 Litres 1,249 Litres
Black Water capacity: 400 Litres -
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Grand Banks Horizon
Interior Designer: Grand Banks Horizon
Accommodation
Guests: 6 (Optional 9) 6
Cabins: 3 - 4 3
Berths:2x Double2x Single2x Double3x Single
Guests Heads: 4 (max 5) 4
Shared Day Heads: - 1
Crew
Crew:3 2
Crew Cabins: 2 1
Crew Heads: 1 1
Engines & Performance
Max Speed: - -
Brand: MAN Caterpillar
Model:V8-1300C32 ACERT E01 - U.S. EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier II/III
Qty: x2 x2
Power: 1,300 bhp (956 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm		 1,700 bhp (1 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
Max Speed: - -
Cruising Speed: - -
Economic Speed: - -
Cylinders: 8 Cylinder 12 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

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