Pelorus- the most beautiful possesion of a footbal tycoon
When the Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich wants something, he gets it. At any price, at any time and for values that could amaze even far richer men then the Russian. Prices don’t matter for the owner of the British soccer club Chelsea FC. Before Roman to build his brand new yacht, he was in love to another of his boats- Pelorus.
Pelorus is not just a boat, simply because it is named “the most beautiful private yacht ever made”. Abarambovich got this floating beauty with a price of $ 300 million. The yacht has an option for 2 helicopters, as it possesses a special landing area. The engine is super stable and it powered by two 5,500-hp Wärtsilä 12v 26 engines that allow an amazing speed of 19 knots. It is said that the maximum boat speed is 20 knots.
The builder of this stunning designed yacht is the well known manufacturer Lürssen. The German yacht maker is famous for its quality boats and outstanding personal design for each client. The equipment of Pelorus is said to be first class as it offers private cinema, a large Jacuzzi and a small pool. The length of Pelorus is 115 meters and width of 17.20 meters. If you think the luxury stops here, you are wrong.
Abramovich, who is famous for his well-kept private life didn’t give any details about the interior of this yacht, but according to its previous owner, Pelorus is being renovated more than five times for the last 6 years. The boat was launched in 2003. After the Russian bought the yacht, he ordered a new design by Blohm&Voss. The company added more new technologies such as four zero-speed stabilizers and a total modification of the navigation system. Pelorus is made to host 10 passengers with impressive crew team of 40 people.
