The New Viking 62

Building a better boat every day is the philosophy that has guided the Viking Yacht Company for nearly a half century. During this period, new boats have been our mainstay positioning Viking as best in its class, with a stellar reputation for ground breaking innovation, envious performance and unimpeachable style. Beginning in 1964, combining drive and sweat equity, we clawed our way to the top of the mountain by introducing more than 70 models ranging from 33 to 92 feet. We like the view and our plan is to keep this position as we announce our newest Viking, the 62 Convertible.

Stronger and Lighter and Faster

The 62 Convertible is a showpiece in the Viking tradition with a fusion of leading edge engineering. To     optimize its strength to weight ratio, the composite cored hull is resin infused with a high modulus of Dupont’s Kevlar, carbon fiber and knitted fiberglass laminates selected to reduce weight while increasing the overall physical properties of the structure. Similarly, interior stateroom and hanging locker doors, as well as cabinet fronts throughout the yacht incorporate honeycomb coring for further weight reduction. As with all new Viking models each introduction is designed to set a higher performance standard in its class so the 62 Convertible also has recessed engine cooling water pickups, a refined propeller pocket entry to enhance flow to the five-bladed wheels for reduced noise with better traction, and modified architecture to the struts and rudders adding to an efficient and slippery running surface calculated to deliver speeds of up to 42 knots with a pair of Caterpillar C32-A engines rated at 1,925mhp.

Abundantly detailed, the profile of the 62 Convertible makes a powerful statement.  The unbroken sheer sweeps gracefully bow to stern. Nearly eight feet of freeboard at the bow along with the gentle crown on the flush foredeck is aesthetically pleasing to the eye, and increases the headroom in the forward stateroom. Our $1 million five-axis profiler milling machine used to create plugs to build molds helped to shape the molded toe rail, and the deep feature lines that wrap around the deckhouse and flying bridge. A newly designed engine room vent fascia with longitudinal fins give the boat the illusion of speed   even at rest, while keeping the machinery space dry and supplying a rush of combustion air. 

Entertain Island Style

Walking into the salon is a delight to the senses and your first impression will be that you are aboard a much larger yacht. With nearly 19 feet of beam, the expanse resembles a stately great room, lush with individually chosen planks of random, natural teak each one featuring a tight, fine grain that defines the area with sense of richness and custom appointments. A home theater system includes a 46-inch flat screen television, which rises from the teak cabinetry and an audiophile Bose system. The serving island, a Viking innovation, is topped with custom granite, as are all of the counters in the L-shape galley. The island is ideal for prepping meals at the dock or under way, and allows more freedom of movement throughout the area with two egress points.  Drawer-style under counter refrigeration and world class appliances will bring smiles to even the most demanding chefs.

A choice of three and four staterooms is available. In the three-stateroom plan, each one has a private head and fiberglass shower stall. In the four-stateroom layout, the two port staterooms share the port head. While all of the staterooms offer generous accommodations, including System #1 innerspring mattresses, excellent stowage and privacy, each has its own special take and is uniquely designed to maximize comfort and function. The forward stateroom offers a choice of a VIP layout with a queen size walk around berth, or crossover berths. The port stateroom has side-by-side berths and the fourth stateroom features upper and lower berths. The master stateroom is amidships with an athwart ships  queen-size walk around bed, an upholstered headboard, flanking night tables, a credenza, a 32-inch flat screen television,  and a pair of floor to ceiling maple-lined hanging lockers.

Captains Ask, Viking Delivers

The flying bridge mirrors other new generation Vikings with a center console helm station, three Murray Products pedestal seats with ladder backs, port, starboard and forward lounge seating with stowage beneath each one, a freezer and a chill box for drinks. Hull number two which premieres at the 2013 Miami Boat Show will feature our signature enclosed bridge that includes a spiral staircase from the salon to the bridge, along with a docking station on the aft deck. To accommodate the staircase in the salon the 62 Enclosed Bridge will utilize a U-shape peninsula galley similarly equipped as in the open bridge version.

The bi-level 172 square-foot cockpit is the result of thousands of hours on the tournament trail. On the upper level, another Viking innovation, the observation mezzanine is designed to keep guests cool and dry thanks to the flying bridge overhang, as well as clear of the crew working in the lower cockpit. Lifting the hinged seat lids beneath the Sunbrella cushions exposes a freezer, and engine room access. A lower level compartment stows bulky gear, while tackle drawers are built into a molded console to starboard. A refrigerated drink box doubles as the salon entrance step. The lower level cockpit is professionally equipped with flush rod holders, fresh and raw-water wash down systems, a transom fish box, rounded comings with indirect rope lighting below, side lockers for tag stick and gaff stowage, a quick disconnect fitting for oil changes for the engines, transmissions and generator, port and starboard in-deck insulated fish and stowage boxes, and stereo speakers to name just a handful of the standard features. The lazarette also has been prepped for the installation of a Seakeeper gyro stabilizer at the factory or a later date. 

Mechanically, the engine room is engineered for life at the 1,000 fathom line. Engine instrumentation is located at the entrance door. Bilge areas are painted with bright white Awlgrip for ease of maintenance. A Delta-T ventilation system provides clean, dry air for combustion, while suppressing water intrusion. A centralize sea-water system with a variable speed pump provides ample flow to multiple outlets for onboard needs including watermakers, icemakers, air conditioning, live wells and washdown system. A 27.5 kW Onan generator is standard and space is provided for a 21.5 kW Onan as a backup if desired. Climate control needs are met with a 58,000 Btu direct expansion and zoned air conditioning system. For turnkey delivery, we encourage you to enlist the services and products of our sister companies, Atlantic Marine Electronics and Palm Beach Towers for custom accessories

The Viking 62 Convertible represents the newest ground breaking champion in the history of the world’s largest and most copied manufacturer of convertible sportfishing yachts.

Viking 62 Convertible Specifications:

LOA                             63 ft. 1 in.           19.2 m

LOA w/pulpit               67 ft. 3 in.           20.5 m

Beam                            18 ft. 11 in.          5.8 m

Draft                               5 ft. 1 in.            1.5 m

Displacement                92,175 lbs.          41,810 kg

Fuel (standard)               1,800 gals.           6,814 l

Fuel (optional)               2,155 gals.           8,158 l

Water                                 302 gals.          1,143 l

Holding tank                      152 gals.             575 l

For more information contact: Matt Condon, Viking Specialist at Galati Yacht Sales, (850) 259-9900 or mattc@galatiyachts.com  www.vikingsforsale.com