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Princess V65 Mk3
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Fairline Targa 65 GT

By Carl Richardson

Here we have two pedigree British sports yachts going head-to-head. Big, powerful crew-operated yachts designed for fast port-to-port cruises that the Owner will want to drive and enjoy the 30-knot performance on tap.  

The Fairline Targa 65 GT and Princess V65 and the ranges they represent are rightly considered design standard-bearers, with very sharp progressive styling and plenty of space and luxury. Both are very closely matched when it comes to dimensions and space, although there are a few notable differences, not least in top speed.

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At a Glance

Princess V65 Mk3

Status
Discontinued
2018 - 2023

Fairline Targa 65 GT

Status
Discontinued
2019 - 2023
Princess V65 Mk3 illustration
20.32m inc. Pulpit 

Beam 5.08m

Draft 1.47m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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8 Guests

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

 

4 Cabins  

1 Crew

Fairline Targa 65 GT illustration
19.96m inc. Pulpit 

Beam 5.23m

Draft 1.47m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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10 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

6 Guests or 10 is Optional  

3 Cabins Optional 4 Cabin Layout  

2 Crew

Performance

As fast-planing yachts both the 65 GT and V65 are very capable high-speed performers. However, the Princess’ twin MAN V12-1400 engines, providing 2800hp, definitely give it the edge,maxing out at 38 knots. In fact, the cruising speed of the Princess V65 is quicker than the Targa's top speed.

The Fairline has two engines options, twin 1200hp MAN V8-1200 or twin 1136hp Caterpillar C18 ACERT E02 HP - U.S. EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier II, which deliver a top speed of 32 knots.

  • Cruising Speed

  • Princess V65 Mk3
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  • Fairline Targa 65 GT
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  • Top Speed

  • Princess V65 Mk3
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  • Fairline Targa 65 GT
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Range

Fuel Capacity

  • Princess V65

    -

  • Fairline Targa 65 GT

    -

Interior

Both of these yachts make good use of their interior space and both deliver galley aft salon designs. Both galleys are of a similar size and style and come with dining tables. The main difference being that the Fairline has the option of extra cabinetry or a dining area.

Further forward the Fairline has the ideal facing seating, the Princess has one U-shaped sofa and table with storage space opposite, directly behind the helm station.

There is little to choose between the two yachts when it comes to the split between indoor and outdoor space and certainly both do a good job of seamlessly merging inside and out with lots of glass and fully-opening cockpit doors. The Princess features a vast sunroof which, when opened alongside the expansive doors, creates one large living space from salon to cockpit. The Fairline is not to be outdone and too has a large, sliding, glazed sunroof.

Princess V65 Mk3, Interior Princess V65 Mk3, Interior
Princess V65 Mk3
Fairline Targa 65 GT, Interior Fairline Targa 65 GT, Interior
Fairline Targa 65 GT

Accommodation

The Fairline 65 GT and Princess V65 both deliver spacious full-beam Owner's cabins, located amidships. The 65 GT, making the most of its slightly wider beam, has two single large seats adjacent to the bed, where the Princess opts for one larger seating area. Both master cabins have large ensuites located aft with walk-in wardrobes.

The standard Fairline layout has three cabins, with a double and a twin as the berth arrangement. There is also the option of adding a fourth cabin.

The standard Princess layout has four cabins and the standard berth layout is a VIP and two twins with a mixture of ensuite and shared facilities.

Princess V65 Mk3, Accommodation Princess V65 Mk3, Accommodation
Princess V65 Mk3
Fairline Targa 65 GT, Accommodation Fairline Targa 65 GT, Accommodation
Fairline Targa 65 GT

Helm Station

The helm stations differ probably as much as any part of these two yachts. The Fairline 65 GT helm station has space for three screens and two separate free-standing helm seats with room enough to move easily between the two.

The Princess V65 has a smaller helm space with two screens and two seats directly next to each other with no gap between the seats to move into the interior space without disturbing your co-driver. However, there is a side door opening onto the exterior deck.

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Princess V65 Mk3
Fairline Targa 65 GT, Helm Station Fairline Targa 65 GT, Helm Station
Fairline Targa 65 GT

Deck Areas

These yachts are designed for outdoor, on-deck living. The Fairline Targa 65 GT and the Princess V65 have spacious foredecks both with u-shaped seating. The Fairline provides two separate sunpads, whereas the Princess has one larger spot with ample space for two people.

The aft cockpits of both are great places for socializing and dining, with their u-shaped sofas and tables. Both yachts create a bar area connecting to the galley, the 65GT adding two neat bar stools.

Whilst the Fairline perhaps has the larger aft cockpit, the Princess really makes the most of its space to provide a wonderful outdoor dining area.

Both yachts have hydraulic bathing platforms for tender launch or for water-babies to get closer to the water.

Princess V65 Mk3, Deck Area Princess V65 Mk3, Deck Area
Princess V65 Mk3
Fairline Targa 65 GT, Deck Area Fairline Targa 65 GT, Deck Area
Fairline Targa 65 GT

Compare Layouts

Both the Fairline and Princess are similar in layout and design, with very little to give across the board when it comes to proportions.

The standard Fairline layout has three cabins, with the option of adding a fourth cabin or a utility room. Whereas the standard Princess layout has four cabins. Both have single-crew cabins located aft.

Both feel open and airy and make good use of space.

Main Deck

Princess V65 Mk3

Main Deck

 

Fairline Targa 65 GT

Main Deck

 

Lower Deck

Princess V65 Mk3

Lower Deck

 

Fairline Targa 65 GT

Lower Deck

Standard

Lower Deck

Optional utility Option  A

Lower Deck

Optional 4 cabin layout Option  B

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.

Princess V65 Used Prices

Discontinued: Built 2018 - 2023

  • Average Price* €2.3m
  • Price Range † €2.1m - €2.5m
  • Average Age 5 years
€
€
€2.3m
€2.1m
€2.5m
€2.3m
V65 For Sale

*Based on 4 yachts offered for sale in the last 3 years.
†These yachts ranged from 4 - 6yrs old.


Rivals to Princess V65

Fairline Targa 65 GT Used Prices

Discontinued: Built 2019 - 2023

  • Average Price* €2.4m
  • Price Range † €2.4m - €2.4m
  • Average Age 5 years
€
€
€2.4m
€2.4m
€2.4m
€2.4m
Targa 65 GT For Sale

*Based on 1 yachts offered for sale in the last 3 years.
†These yachts ranged from 5yrs old.


Rivals to Fairline Targa 65 GT

Specification Data

Model Name:V65 Mk3Targa 65 GT
Builder:PrincessFairline
Range:Princess V ClassFairline Targa
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Sportsboat Sportsboat
Use Types: Weekending, Cruising Cruising, Weekending
LOA: 20.32m (Inc. Pulpit) 19.96m (Inc. Pulpit)
Max Beam: 5.08m 5.23m
Draft: 1.47m 1.47m
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: 36,073 Kg  
(Approx)		 34,000 Kg  
(Dry Weight)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 4,100 Litres 4,680 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: 800 Litres 1,080 Litres
Black Water capacity: 272 Litres 300 Litres
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Olesinski Design Alberto Mancini
Interior Designer: Princess Fairline
Accommodation
Guests: 8 6 (Optional 10)
Cabins: 4 3 - 4
Berths:2x Double2x Single1x Bunk Bed1x King1x Double2x Single
Guests Heads: 3 4  (min 3)
Shared Day Heads: 1 0
Crew
Crew:1  (Crew not required)2  (Crew not required)
Crew Cabins: 1 1
Crew Heads: 1 1
Engines & Performance
Max Speed:38 knots32 knots
Max Range: 300 NM @ 38 knots 717 NM @ 10.4 knots
Engine Options: -

Compare Engine Options

Brand: MAN Caterpillar MAN
Model:V12-1400C18 ACERT E02 HP - U.S. EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier IIV8-1200
Qty: x2 x2 x2
Power: 1,400 bhp (1 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm		 1,136 bhp (847 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm 1,200 bhp (882 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
Max Speed: 38 knots 30.2 knots 32 knots
Cruising Speed: 36 knots   20.3 knots @ 1750 rpm  -
Economic Speed: - 10.4 knots @ 1000 rpm  -
Max Range at Full Speed: 300 nm @ 38 knots 250.7 nm @ 30.2 knots
Cylinders: 12 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 8 Cylinder

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

Rivals

The quality of yachts around the 20m mark remains remarkably high, with Italian yards Pershing and Riva, in particular, delivering slick and sleek competing models.

Check out the rivals for the Princess V65 Mk3 or the Fairline Targa 65 GT.

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Carl Richardson

WRITTEN BY

Carl Richardson

Carl is a writer, editor, presenter and content creator specialising in yachting as well as men’s luxury. A former magazine editor, Carl has amassed some 20 years of hands-on experience with motorboats, testing over 350 models.

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