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Guests
10
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Cabins
5
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Crew
9
| Length | GT | Built (REFIT) |
|---|---|---|
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163' 9"
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485 GT | 2008 (2015) |
| Beam | Draft | Top Speed |
| 30' 2" | 6' 3" | 38 Kts |
€7,700,000 ($8,816,828)
More DetailsThe 49.9m open yacht Bash IV was delivered to her owners in 2008 by Italian shipyard Mangusta. Her interior design and exterior styling comes from the drawing boards of Stefano Righini, while Mangusta is responsible for her naval architecture.
Key Features
- Cinema room with seating for 10 guests
- Flybridge provides social hub
- Shallow draft design
- Full beam owner's suite with private office
- 38-knot top speed
- Triple waterjet propulsion
Design & Construction
Designed around a planing GRP hull and superstructure she features a 9.2m beam and a 1.9m draft. The yacht is built over 2 decks with an internal volume of 485 GT (Gross Tonnes).
Construction started in late 2006. This was the second yacht built on the Mangusta 165 design. Launched in May 2008 this yacht undertook sea trials over the following months. She was delivered to her owners in June 2008.
Exterior Design
Built by Overmarine in 2007 and delivered as the second hull in the Mangusta 165 series, Bash IV represents the original vision behind one of the fastest 50m (164ft) superyacht platforms ever produced. Designed inside and out by Stefano Righini, the yacht predates the later Mangusta 165 REV generation and comes from a period when the emphasis was firmly on speed, low-slung styling and Mediterranean cruising rather than maximising interior volume.
The profile is unmistakably Mangusta. A long, raked bow stretches far forward before flowing into a low superstructure and sweeping bands of dark glazing. Unlike many 50m yachts that rely on multiple deck levels and high bulwarks, Bash IV maintains a remarkably low visual profile. The flybridge is integrated into the superstructure rather than sitting prominently above it, helping preserve the sleek appearance of a large open yacht despite her considerable size.
The yacht measures 49.9m (163.7ft) with a beam of 9.2m (30.2ft). Her white hull and superstructure are complemented by a black boot stripe and underwater body, creating a sharp contrast that emphasises the yacht's length. Large sections of glazing run through the main deck, reducing visual mass and bringing natural light into the interior.
Outdoor living areas are spread across three distinct zones. The aft deck serves as the primary entertaining space, with upholstered seating, a serving bar and a dining table capable of accommodating up to 10 guests. The area connects directly to the swim platform, creating a natural link between the yacht and the water.
A second social area occupies the foredeck. Built-in seating wraps around a dining table overlooking the bow, creating a space separate from the activity on the aft deck. This arrangement allows different groups of guests to use the yacht simultaneously without competing for the same outdoor areas.
The flybridge adds a third entertaining zone with additional seating, dining space and the helm station positioned forward. From the profile, the flybridge remains relatively discreet within the overall design, preserving the low, aggressive stance that defines the Mangusta 165 series.
The tender garage is designed around active use on the water. Storage capacity includes a 6m (19.7ft) Castoldi jet tender, two Sea-Doo RXT jetskis and additional watersports equipment. Housing these toys within the hull preserves deck space while maintaining the clean exterior lines expected of a high-performance yacht.
One of Bash IV's most unusual characteristics is her shallow draft at 1.9m (6.2ft), exceptionally shallow for a yacht approaching 50m in length. This opens access to anchorages and cruising grounds that remain unavailable to many displacement yachts of similar size.
Interior Design
Bash IV's interior reflects Stefano Righini's original concept for the Mangusta 165. Rather than pursuing the higher-volume approach adopted by the later 165 REV series, the focus here is on open-plan living spaces, strong connections to the exterior and a layout designed around fast coastal cruising.
The main saloon occupies the centre of the yacht and benefits from large windows running along both sides. Relaxed lounge seating is arranged around a bar and upgraded entertainment system, creating a space suited to socialising while underway or at anchor. The glazing introduces substantial natural light and helps reduce the enclosed feeling often associated with lower-profile performance yachts.
Forward on the main deck, the wheelhouse is equipped with modern navigation and vessel management systems. An adjacent ship's office provides dedicated workspace for administration and passage planning, a feature often reserved for significantly larger yachts.
One of the yacht's most distinctive interior features is located on the lower deck. Rather than dedicating every available square metre to guest cabins, Bash IV incorporates a dedicated cinema room large enough to accommodate all guests. This arrangement is unusual on a performance yacht and reflects the owner's emphasis on extended onboard living rather than pure speed alone. The interior also reflects the era in which the yacht was built. Bash IV belongs to a generation of Mangustas designed before the market shifted toward maximising gross tonnage and creating floating villas. The spaces remain generous, but the yacht's architecture still prioritises performance and lower weight.
Accommodation
Bash IV accommodates up to 10 guests across five double cabins and carries up to nine crew in five crew cabins.
The full-beam owner's suite occupies the widest section of the lower deck and spans the yacht's entire 9.2m (30.2ft) beam. A forward-facing king-size bed forms the centrepiece of the suite, while a private office and separate his-and-hers bathrooms add functionality rarely found on yachts designed around speed.
Four additional VIP guest cabins occupy the remainder of the lower deck. Unlike many yachts where guest accommodation follows a clear hierarchy, Bash IV's arrangement gives all guests a similar standard of accommodation. This layout works particularly well for groups of friends, multiple couples or family cruising.
The decision to place all guest accommodation on the lower deck reflects the original Mangusta 165 philosophy. Later Mangusta models increasingly moved the owner's suite to the main deck as volume became a greater priority, but Bash IV preserves the lower-profile exterior and performance-focused architecture of the earlier generation.
Crew accommodation is arranged separately from guest areas and supports a complement of up to nine. This allows the yacht to maintain service levels expected aboard a 50m superyacht while supporting high-speed cruising and extensive toy operations.
Performance & Capabilities
Powered by 3 x diesel MTU (16V 4000 M90) 16-cylinder 3,650hp engines running at 2100rpm, motor yacht Bash IV is capable of reaching a top speed of 38 knots, and comfortably cruises at 30 knots. With her 40,000 litre fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 600 nautical miles at 30 knots. Her planing hull design means she is fast and efficient as she slices through the water.
Amenities
In addition, a swim platform is on hand for guests looking to cool off in the sea. The yacht features a tender garage with storage for a range of toys and accessories.
Bash IV Yacht is For Sale
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