TALES

Builder

TURQUOISE YACHTS

Built Year

2002

Flag

London

Location

Genoa, Italy

Length (M):

Price

POA

Rate

POA

About the Yacht

The 54.2m motor yacht 'Tales' was crafted by Turquoise Yachts in Turkey in 2002 and underwent a significant refit in 2012.

Designed with an opulent and contemporary aesthetic, 'Tales' features interior styling by Donald Starkey and a sleek exterior by Dubois Naval Architects.

Powered by twin Caterpillar (3512B DITA) 1,498hp diesel engines, she cruises effortlessly at 12 knots and boasts an impressive range of over 5,000 nautical miles.

Built to ABS classification and MCA LY2 compliant, 'Tales' offers exceptional comfort and luxury, accommodating up to 12 guests in six elegantly designed suites. A professional crew of up to 14 ensures a seamless and indulgent yachting experience.

Characteristics

Accommodation

The yacht accommodates 12 guests across 6 en-suite staterooms, including a full-beam owner’s suite with twin bathrooms, walk-in wardrobe, and private office.The guest accommodation includes a VIP king stateroom on the main deck, three double (queen) suites, and one twin cabin, all with en-suite bathrooms.Up to 13 crew members are accommodated in a captain’s cabin, one triple cabin, and four twin cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms. Additionally, a staff cabin for PAs, nannies, or security personnel is located aft on the lower deck.

Machinery

Main Engines

Engines: 2x Caterpillar™ 3512B (1,120 kW)
Main Engine Controls: Kobelt™ Electronic Controls (Model 6525)
Gearboxes: 2x Reintjes™ WAF 643
Steering Gear: Tenfjord™ Type (2x JR2.130)
Shafts: 2x Teignbridge™ Stainless Steel

Other Machinery

Stabilizers: VT Naiad™ Model 510
Bow Thruster: 1x Rodriquez™ TMS 100
Fuel Separator: Alfa Laval (Type: MAB103-24)
Oily Water Separator: Heli-Sep 500-OCD
- Type: Gravity Coalescer, Vacuum, Fully-Automatic Single Vertical Cylinder Vessel
- Capacity: 0.5 m³/hr
Boiler: 2x 300L Backer (5x 7.5 kW each, 400V, 3-Phase Heater)
Water Makers: 2x S.L.C.E. Aqua-set AS601 (500 Litres/hr)
Toilet System: Jets™ Model 64 FD & VPC, Vacuum Unit Jets 30 MB-D
Sewage Treatment: Hamann™ HL-Cont. Sewage Treatment Plant
HVAC: NR Koeling™

Generators & Electrical System

Generators: 2x Caterpillar™ 3306 (145 kW)
Emergency Genset: Panda-Fischer Diesel Engine (50 kVA, 400V, 50Hz, 3-Phase)
Electrical System:
- 380V AC, 3-Phase, 50Hz
- 220V Single Phase, 50Hz
- 24V DC
Battery Chargers: Mastervolt Mass 24/50

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Security, Fire Fighting & Safety Equipment

Life-Saving Equipment

Life Rafts: 4x Viking (Type 25DK)
Life Rings: 8x SOLAS
EPIRB (Emergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacon): Jotron 40S
SART (Search and Rescue Transponder):
- 1x Jotron Tron
- 1x ACR Pathfinder
Life Jackets:
- 28x SOLAS Adult
- 6x SOLAS Child
Immersion Suits:
- 24x SOLAS (Approx. 150N) – Intrepid
- 3x Pioneer MK8 – Wessex
- 2x Bailey

Fire Fighting Equipment

Flares/Speedline™: As per SOLAS requirements
Medical Kit: MCA Category A
Engine Room Fixed Fire Extinguishing System: Ultrafog™
Emergency Fire Pump: Johnson Pump – Type FRES 65-155
BA (Breathing Apparatus) Sets:
- 2x FEN2I
- 2x Spare Bottles
Portable Fire Extinguishers: 22x (As per MCA requirements)
Smoke Hoods: Dräger Parat Cx27

Alarms & Monitoring Systems

Ship’s Monitoring & Alarm System: Sperry™

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Communication & Navigation

Deck Equipment

Anchors: HHP 22mm Stud Link
Windlass/Capstans: 2x Muir™ with horizontal warping drums
Warping Winches: 2x Muir™
Davits: 2x Yot Tec™ (2,000kg each)
Cranes: 2x Synguanetti (MCA-approved for rescue boat launching, powered by the emergency generator)
Side Boarding Ladder: Cramm Hydraulics
Passerelle:
- Cramm™ Hydraulics Aft Boarding
- Passerelle with 5.0m reach
Doorbell: Integrated into the central phone system

Entertainment System

VIP Cabin

TV: LG 42” Plasma
DVD: Multi-region
Audio: Amplifier with iPod input

Guest Cabins

TV: LG 26” LCD
DVD: Multi-region
Audio: Amplifier with iPod input

Main Saloon

TV: NEC 50”
DVD: Multi-region
Audio: Amplifier with iPod input

Sky Lounge

TV: LG 42” Plasma
DVD: Multi-region
Audio: Amplifier with iPod input

Aft Deck

Speakers: B&G speakers fed from Main Salon

Bridge Deck Aft

Speakers: 2 pairs of B&G speakers fed from Sky Lounge

Sun Deck

Speakers: 2 pairs of B&G speakers fed from Remote
Audio: Amplifier and iPod dock

Crew Mess

TV: Sharp 28” LCD
DVD: Multi-region
Audio: Amplifier

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Galley Equipment

Fully equipped with:

Refrigeration:
- Liebherr™ Upright Refrigerator (Air-cooled)
- Liebherr™ Upright Freezer (Air-cooled)
- Additional Liebherr™ Upright Freezer for extra storage
Cooking & Preparation:
- Miele M615 Microwave
- Bosch Professional G7856 Dishwasher
- ISE Model 8251-D Trash Compactor
Pantry Equipment:
- Bosch Professional G7856 Dishwasher
- SIMAG SD 23 Ice Maker
- Liebherr™ Upright Refrigerator

Crew Mess

Dishwasher: Bosch Professional G7856
Fridge: Liebherr™ Upright Refrigerator
Microwave: Sharp™ 800W
Trash Compactor: ISE Model 8251-D

Laundry

Washing Machines: 2x Miele PW 6065 Plus
Dryers: 2x Miele PT 7136

Tenders & Toys

Fully equipped with:

Refrigeration:
- Liebherr™ Upright Refrigerator (Air-cooled)
- Liebherr™ Upright Freezer (Air-cooled)
- Additional Liebherr™ Upright Freezer for extra storage
Cooking & Preparation:
- Miele M615 Microwave
- Bosch Professional G7856 Dishwasher
- ISE Model 8251-D Trash Compactor
Pantry Equipment:
- Bosch Professional G7856 Dishwasher
- SIMAG SD 23 Ice Maker
- Liebherr™ Upright Refrigerator