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Explorer Yacht Vanguard

Crafted for Boundless Discovery

True Explorer Yacht and Passagemaker designs from Artnautica

As of 2023, 14 motor yachts designed by the Artnautics brand are sailing or under construction to LRC and XPM specifications. These exploration yachts have been delivered from the Netherlands, Turkey, and New Zealand shipyards.


The LRC range is a passagemaker. Its rugged simplicity, low fuel consumption, extended range allied with commercial specifications, ample redundancy, and low draft allow exploring those small summer islands and inlets. Sleek and clean internal designs complement the overall usability. Best-in-class builders in the Netherlands and New Zealand build LRC designs.

 

Vanguard is the true explorer yacht of the portfolio. It has arguably the strongest and most capable build specification of any expedition trawler you can buy on the market today. Its massive construction and specification are remarkable, and it is one of the best explorer yacht designs. It was built in MCA Category (0) and is Classified as Cat(2). She can take you anywhere your curiosity or insurance will consider. 

A Vanguard XPM Explorer Yacht under construction at Artnautica Naval Architects, showcasing the precision engineering, aluminum hull assembly, and rugged design of a true passagemaker. Built for long-range exploration, this vessel features redundant commercial systems, low draft, and self-righting capabilities, ensuring reliability in the most extreme conditions. Follow the build process and discover more about true explorer yacht design at ExplorerYacht.com.
A stunning view from the side deck of the Vanguard XPM Explorer Yacht, where the ocean reflects off the yacht’s panoramic windows, highlighting its sleek aluminum design and rugged offshore capability. Built for long-range exploration, this vessel offers unparalleled stability, efficiency, and adventure-ready performance. Experience more of the Vanguard XPM journey at ExplorerYacht.com.

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Yacht Management. Boutique shipyard in south Florida specializing in repair, storage and stewardship of large motor yachts.

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The XPM 78 Explorer Yacht, unveiled in 2016 after an extensive design process, showcases its rugged, long-range capabilities and innovative features. With two hulls currently on the US East Coast (Feb 2025), this extreme passagemaker is built for self-sufficient offshore cruising, featuring efficient fuel consumption, low draft, and fully redundant systems. Learn more at ExplorerYacht.com.

XPM 78 Explorer Yacht

After an extensive design process, the XPM-78 motorboat was unveiled in 2016, showcasing its distinctive and innovative features. Two yachts have been delivered, each with different design options. Both hulls are currently (Feb 2025) on the US East Coast.

The XPM 85 Explorer Yacht is an evolution of the XPM 78, offering enhanced layout options, 3- and 4-cabin configurations, and dedicated crew facilities. Designed for extreme-range expedition cruising, this yacht combines rugged construction with luxury, making it ideal for private ownership or chartering. Explore its capabilities at ExplorerYacht.com.

XPM 85 Explorer Yacht

The XPM-85 extreme range boat emerges as a natural progression of the XPM-78 yacht, offering the owner an array of enhanced layout choices with 3 and 4-cabin options, including crew facilities, making her suitable for chartering.

The LRC 58 Explorer Yacht is a fuel-efficient passagemaker, designed for long-range cruising with a sleek, hydrodynamic hull profile that maximizes waterline length and interior volume. Built for adventurers seeking efficiency, comfort, and durability, this yacht is a testament to forward-thinking exploration design. Discover more at ExplorerYacht.com.

LRC 58 Explorer Yacht

The LRC-58 yacht is a forward-thinking passagemaker highlighting its distinct design and fuel efficiency. Its unique hull design features a sleek profile, maximizing waterline length while maintaining an efficient interior volume.

The LRC 65 Explorer Yacht, alongside the XPM 65, bridges the gap between the LRC 58 and XPM 78, offering a long-range, rugged, and economical construction. Available in two versions, this yacht is designed for short-handed operation, self-sufficiency, and extreme cruising environments. Learn more at ExplorerYacht.com.

LRC 65 Explorer Yacht

The LRC-65 and XPM-65 bridge the gap between the LRC-58 and the XPM-78. Available in two versions, the LRC-65 has the attributes of long-range, economic construction, rugged simplicity, and short-handed operation.

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A curated Resource Links section on ExplorerYacht.com, featuring an image background of sponsor logos, including Polus Yachts, Yacht Buoy, and other key partners. This section provides essential yachting resources, including parts and equipment suppliers, maintenance and repair services, technical guides, yachting communities, transportation and delivery services, and regulatory information for Explorer Yacht owners.

​Life Aboard the Vanguard Explorer Yacht

A detailed blueprint of the Vanguard XPM Explorer Yacht, showcasing its innovative hull design, structural framework, and advanced engineering. This technical drawing represents the Vanguard Journey, from concept to reality, highlighting its rugged construction, efficient layout, and long-range passagemaking capabilities. Explore the full journey at ExplorerYacht.com.

Exploring Greenland with the Vanguard Explorer Yacht

A curated Resource Links section on ExplorerYacht.com, featuring an image background of sponsor logos, including Polus Yachts, Yacht Buoy, and other key partners. This section provides essential yachting resources, including parts and equipment suppliers, maintenance and repair services, technical guides, yachting communities, transportation and delivery services, and regulatory information for Explorer Yacht owners.

Resource Links

 Navigate the world of Explorer Yachts with our curated list of essential resources. From expert insights to trusted suppliers for parts and services, we’ve gathered everything you need in one place. 

A detailed blueprint of the Vanguard XPM Explorer Yacht, showcasing its innovative hull design, structural framework, and advanced engineering. This technical drawing represents the Vanguard Journey, from concept to reality, highlighting its rugged construction, efficient layout, and long-range passagemaking capabilities. Explore the full journey at ExplorerYacht.com.

Vanguard Journey

 Follow along as we document the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of owning and exploring the world aboard Vanguard. From in-depth insights to firsthand accounts, this journey is about pushing the boundaries of adventure on the open sea. 

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