The open plan interior configuration and contemporary styling are by Nauta Design The deck plan and sail plan of the GS52
are carefully configured to offer the best solution for each of the two versions, with optimal balance achieved by positioning themast aft of themain bulkhead. The Performance model variant has a
more easily-handled deck plan with four winches near the helms stations and the German-style mainsheet led to a fixed point on the cockpit floor. A self-tacking jib is fitted as standard, as is the carbon bowsprit. This is an excellent arrangement that keeps sail handling and manoeuvres safely clear of the main guest cockpit area and is also easy for a small crew, or even a lone watch-keeper, to operate. The race version has six winches,
plus longitudinal cars for headsail sheets, a recessed mainsail traveller, larger sail plan and a carbon bowsprit that is 90cm longer than the standard unit. These changes turbocharge the boat’s performance, while enabling a larger race crew to carry out the slickest of manoeuvres on a tight racecourse. Both versions also benefit from plenty
of on-deck stowage. The large forward sail locker, for instance, can swallow sails of all sizes, including a code zero, while the
anchor locker has space for the six fenders needed for daily use. An inflated 2.60m tender can also be housed in the completely watertight garage aft. Interiors are designed around a single
goal: comfort. This is achieved without adding unnecessary weight that would compromise performance, yet in all cases owners have a choice of exceptional timber quality and finishes. The layout was optimised to the finest
details to create big living areas for a yacht this size, while making the most of the space available. The three cabin, three bathroom arrangement includes an excellent forward master cabin with a large heads and shower stall. Aft cabins include a double in the stern
with a dedicated heads, plus a VIP double with heads, shower stall and the possibility of direct access from the dinette. This cabin can also be fitted with either twin beds or a large double. The spacious dinette area includes a navigation station, generous stowage and an ergonomic, fully equipped C-shaped galley with three fridge freezers that in total offer an
impressive 172 litres of storage space. No matter how good the design, any
yacht is only as good as its onboard systems. Cantiere del Pardo has gone the extra mile in this respect with an efficient 24V system that gives greater battery autonomy and top-quality equipment throughout. Even the air conditioning can be adjusted for different temperatures in the bow, saloon and aft cabins. Four stainless steel water tanks positioned centrally below the waterline enable extended periods to be spent away from base, as does the generous 350-litre fuel tankage, feeding into a 50-litre day
tank for a capacity of 400 litres. Grand Soleil says it created the GS52
Performance ‘for competent, passionate and very demanding owners who do not want to compromise on comfort or performance.’ They won’t be disappointed thanks to Cantiere del Pardo’s quality and the heritage that is evident in every Grand Soleil, as a result of skills and knowledge handed down in the yard from generation to generation. At the same time, owners will benefit from cutting-edge naval architecture and design in all respects. Equally, the boatyard’s slogan
“community is king” recognises the importance of creating a family of passionate owners that can share experiences though Cantiere del Pardo’s exclusive regattas, events and presentations, in addition to the assistance and services that can be tailored to suit each owner around the globe.
Length overall 17.05m/55ft 11in Hull length Beam
Standard draught 2.90m/9ft 6in Optional draught 2.3 m/7ft 7in or 2.70m/8ft 1in
Displacement Berths
A self-tacking jib is standard on the Performance version
Joystick controls and instrument displays on the helm binnacles
Fresh water Diesel
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16,500kg/36.376 lb 6/8
600 litres/159 gal 400 litres/105 gal
❑ SEAHORSE 79
16.20m/53ft 2in 5.15m / 16ft 11in
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