This New 164-Foot Hybrid Explorer Yacht’s Pool Can Transform Into a Helipad

Drettmann Yachts has another custom cruiser ready for seafarers.

The German yard just unveiled a new 164-footer that can be tailored to an owner’s tastes and proclivities. “A very interesting yacht project that will certainly appeal to many customers,” Claus-Ehlert Meyer, the managing director of Deutsche Yachten, said in a statement.

Christened B-50, the newcomer is part of Drettmann’s Bandido line of one-off explorers. The Bremen builder has much experience crafting go-anywhere expedition vessels, delivering 25 explorers between 95 and 170 feet to date. As with the rest of the Bandido models, the B-50 is designed for lengthy, transoceanic voyages. Powered by a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system, the yacht can reach a maximum speed of 14 knots and travel 4,500 nautical miles non-stop at a cruising speed of 10 knots. The yard says seafarers can also expect a smooth, quiet ride and exceptional maneuverability.

With a beam of just over 30 feet and an interior volume of 499 GT, the B-50 also offers a generous amount of space onboard. The yacht can accommodate 12 guests across six large cabins. Located on a private deck, the scenic owner’s suite provides sweeping 270-degree views and opens to an outdoor lounge with a Jacuzzi.

The Jacuzzi isn’t the only water feature, either. The main deck aft centers around a striking 20-foot swimming pool that can double as a helipad. How? After all the water is drained, the bottom of the pool is raised until it is flush with the deck. This creates a touch-and-go landing pad that can facilitate comings and goings via chopper. The aft deck is also fitted with fold-out bulwarks that can be opened to create a larger lounge area.

Other notable amenities on the B-50 include a sheltered outdoor cinema at the rear of the upper deck, a gym with a fold-out balcony on the lower deck, a side garage with enough room for a tender and Jet Ski, and a hidden anchor deck with a drop-down hatch.

As the B-50 will be a full custom build, the yacht can be tweaked to suit the owner’s preferences and requirements. The yacht will be built in the Netherlands—if it attracts a buyer, that is.