An evolutionary V-shaped hull gives performance and stability. Combined with the powerful and economical Volvo D3-110 HP engine, the Antarès 6.6 has the benefits of the latest generation of boat.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Design: Bénéteau Powerboat/P.SARRAZIN.

• Length overall: 6.46 m.

• Length overall including aft bathing platform: 7.20 m.

• Hull length: 6.42 m.

• Beam: 2.59 m.

• Maximum engine power: 115 HP.

• Engine power offered: 110 HP.

• Fuel capacity: 120 L.

• Water capacity: 20 L.

• Light displacement: 1850 Kg.

• Draught: 0.65 m.

• Air draught: 2.71 m.

• Certification CE: C7 / D7 in process.

Designed in accordance with European RCD requirements and CE certification, these regulations ensure that the Antarès 6.6 incorporates the minimum safety requirements including:

• Safety and protection of personnel on board.

• Durability of materials.

• Stability and safety.

• Safety when manoeuvring.

• Fire protection.

• Protection of the environment and reduction of engine emissions.

The Antarès 6.6 is the first inboard of the smaller Antarès range of boats. Having a vast cockpit as well as the appropriate equipment, it is ideal for fishing. Its interior comfort, remarkable for a boat of this size, also allows it to be used for coastal cruising.

The hull is in laminated GRP. The semi-planing hull with a pronounced V gives exemplary stability and seaworthiness in a chop.

The deck is in laminated GRP. All areas of work and movement are covered with a “diamond point” non-slip surface.

A protective rubbing strake is fitted to this joint.

The stainless steel bow fitting is provided with:

• A fairlead.

• 5 stainless steel mooring cleats: two forward, two aft and one in the chain locker which can be used to make fast the bitter end.

A self-draining chain locker with closing hatch is built into the deck.

The pulpit surrounds the deck with an opening forward for easier embarkation of passengers over the bow.

The cockpit comprises:

• A stainless steel bathing ladder.

• An engine locker in the cockpit that can serve as a seat and take the sunbathing platform extension (Yacht Club Pack).

• Teak tiller.

• 2 small removable aft cockpit seats (port and starboard).

• Teak capped cockpit coamings with 2 fishing rod holders and built-in handrails. The cleat is protected by the gunwale to avoid catching on fishing gear (nets, dragnets etc.).

• 2 stainless steel hawseholes.

• Deck filler for fuel.

• 4 stainless steel handrails:

• 2 on the wheelhouse uprights.

• 2 on the wheelhouse canopy.

• Manual bilge pump.

• A table base fitting for installing the saloon table in the cockpit.

The cockpit is self-draining and has three steps for easy access to the side decks.

• 1 x 12 V - 110 A battery.

• Bilge pump.

• 5-switch 12 V electrical panel assembly having:

  • 1 bilge pump switch.

  • 1 switch for navigation and anchor lights.

  • 1 windscreen wiper switch.

  • 1 switch for the lights and the 12 V fridge.

  • 1 switch available for electronic instruments.

   

With Fishing Pack:

• 1 switch for the seawater washing pump on the transom.

• 1 x 12 V socket on instrument panel.

• Navigation and anchoring lights:

• 1 all-round light on folding mast.

• 1 bi-colour navigation light.

• Lighting: 3 deckhead lights:

• 1 deckhead light in cockpit, 1 in wheelhouse and 1 in saloon.

The boat is approved for a maximum engine power of 115 HP. Bénéteau are offering only one engine:

• Volvo D3-110HP, with option of trolling valve in the "Fishing Pack".

The 120 L fuel tank is made of roto-moulded black shock resistant plastic.

The windows provide plenty of light and excellent ventilation.

It is equipped with:

• Glass windscreen forward fitted with two electric wipers.

• Two sliding, opening side windows in tinted PMMA.

• Picture window aft in tinted PMMA with anodised aluminium surround and lock.

• Opening hatch in wheelhouse canopy.

Forward:

• Saloon convertible to double berth.

• Saloon table.

To starboard:

    The built-in control panel comprises:

• Steering compass.

• 12 V socket.

• Rev. counter.

• Fuel gauge.

• Engine pressure indicator.

• Wood steering wheel.

• Engine control lever.

• Cable steering to engine with anti-return system.

• Flat area forward designed to take slot-in electronic equipment.

Adjustable roto-moulded driver’s seat on runner.

Helmsman’s footrest.

Under driver’s seat:

• Stowage unit comes as standard – capable of taking a 42 L icebox (Yacht Club Pack).

Behind the driver’s seat:

• GRP sink with manual pump supplied from 20 L jerry can (under the sole).

• Bar capable of holding 3 bottles.

To port:

• Fish box easily accessible from the cockpit.

• Large oddments locker covered by a removable panel which can take a gas stove (Yacht Club Pack). This position can also serve as a co-driver’s seat by removing part of the saloon upholstery and placing it on the removable panel.

• Side shelving.

• 2 fishing rod holding racks.

PACKS

-FISHING PACK -

• Igloo icebox acting as a fish box.

• Dual engine control in cockpit.

• Seawater washing pump.

• Trolling valve with cockpit control.

- YACHT CLUB PACK -

• Bathing platform with self-draining locker for bathing ladder stowage.

• Single burner gas cartridge stove.

• 42 L – 12 V fridge.

• Sunbathing extension in the cockpit with cushion.

OPTIONS

• Chemical or marine toilet.

• Fittings for beaching legs and beaching legs.

• Propeller protection.

September 2005 – (non-contractual document)