Silent 62 3-Deck: Silent-Yachts Launches New Solar Electric Catamaran

Silent-Yachts of Fano, Italy, has announced the launch of its first Silent 62 3-Deck, a solar electric catamaran that advances the brand’s emphasis on efficient, long-range electric propulsion. The new model builds on the company’s established 60-series platform while introducing a larger battery architecture, higher-density thermal management and a flexible three-deck layout that adapts to different owner preferences.

At the core of the Silent 62 3-Deck is an energy storage system that uses liquid-cooled lithium-ion batteries engineered for higher energy density, increased capacity and faster charging rates. The battery package on this hull includes a 286 kWh main lithium-ion bank plus a peak 145 kWh range extender. A comprehensive solar power array with a 16.8 kWh peak output supplements onboard charging and helps extend time between shore or generator charging sessions.

Propulsion is provided by twin 340 kW electric motors, delivering quiet, instant torque ideal for efficient displacement cruising. Silent-Yachts reports a comfortable cruising envelope between 6 and 8 knots, a regime suited to maximizing range from the combined battery, range extender and solar array. The manufacturer describes the package as offering ocean-crossing capability when managed within the vessel’s charging and energy-management parameters.

The new 62 is an evolution of the Silent 60, stretching the hull by two feet and keeping a substantial beam of 29 feet, 5 inches. Rather than a traditional flybridge, the Silent 62 presents a third deck available in three different configurations to suit varied cruising styles: an open sky lounge for alfresco gatherings, a closed sky lounge that offers sheltered comfort and a closed owner’s suite that prioritizes privacy and onboard living space. Each third-deck layout includes a dedicated forward access or “front exit” onto the main deck, improving flow and usability between decks.

Accommodation on the Silent 62 3-Deck is arranged to support extended cruising with comfort. The yacht provides five cabins and six bathrooms and can sleep up to 12 guests, making it suitable for family outings, charter operation or owners seeking more interior volume and guest capacity. Interior layouts and finishes remain configurable to owner specifications, consistent with Silent-Yachts’ modular approach to outfitting.

“The launch of our first Silent 62 3-Deck is a proud moment as we continue to innovate and expand the Silent range,” said Chief Executive Officer Fabrizio Iarrera, underlining the company’s focus on technological refinement and expanded model choices.

From a technical standpoint, the Silent 62 3-Deck highlights several trends in contemporary yacht design: heavier reliance on battery energy storage optimized with liquid cooling, integrated photovoltaic systems to reduce fuel dependence, and flexible deck plans that trade a traditional flybridge for alternative elevated living spaces. These elements are intended to improve energy efficiency, increase onboard comfort and extend range while providing multiple options for owner customization.

The first Silent 62 3-Deck is scheduled for delivery to its owners in a few weeks. Prospective buyers and industry observers can expect a production yacht that blends the proven catamaran platform of the 60-series with larger capacity batteries, enhanced thermal management and configurable three-deck ergonomics designed for long-range solar-electric cruising.

For full specifications and official documentation, consult Silent-Yachts’ published materials and brochure information made available by the builder.