Azimut Fly 78

• LOA: 23.64 m
• Beam: 5.75 m
• Cabins: 4 plus crew cabin
• Engines: 3 x Volvo Penta IPS 1200 or 1350 (900 to 1,000 hp)
• Top speed: up to 33 knots
• Propulsion: triple pod drive with joystick control
• Owner's suite: full-beam amidships
• Collection: Flybridge range

Near the top of the Fly range

The 78 sits just below the flagship 82 and delivers four guest cabins with a crew cabin. At nearly 24 metres it has the volume and presence of a genuine larger yacht. It is aimed at owners hosting in number and cruising for longer stretches. The size gives it a steady, assured feel at sea and the presence of a boat a class above. For families ready for near-flagship space without a demanding boat to run, it is a natural target.

Triple pod propulsion sets the 78 apart, giving strong performance with the ease of joystick control. The design keeps the collection's bright, open character at a larger scale. Italian interior detailing lifts the finish above the class. The added volume shows across the deck and the accommodation. It suits buyers who want size without a complicated boat to run.

Deck and design

The flybridge is a full upper deck with helm, dining, a bar and sunbathing under a hardtop. The cockpit flows into the saloon through wide glazing in the barrierless style. A foredeck lounge gives a quieter outdoor room away from the main gathering. The upper deck becomes the social heart of the boat at anchor, a full outdoor room with dining and sunpads under the hardtop. It is drawn for long, sociable days on the water.

The transom carries a bathing platform and a tender garage, keeping the aft deck free for entertaining. Wide side decks and abundant glass make the boat feel open and connected to the sea. Stowage handles water toys for an active day out. The bathing platform brings swimmers down to the water. At anchor the 78 offers several distinct zones for a large group, so nobody is ever crowded into a single space.

Triple pods, a 33-knot top end and four cabins deliver near-flagship flybridge scale with joystick ease.

Interior and accommodation

Below deck the 78 offers four cabins including a full-beam owner's suite that uses the width to full effect. Hull windows fill the guest cabins with daylight, and the main-deck saloon stays bright and airy. The Italian interior brings a warm, refined finish. Headroom and volume feel generous throughout. It is an interior built for serious family holidays.

A crew cabin supports professional operation, and the galley is set up for sociable, extended cruising. Headroom and storage suit weeks aboard with a full complement of guests. The owner's suite gives a real sense of retreat. Materials are chosen to wear well over long seasons. This is a boat built for hosting at length.

Engineering and handling

Three Volvo Penta IPS pods at 900 to 1,000 hp drive the 78 to a top speed of around 33 knots. The triple-pod layout delivers pace with the docking ease of joystick control. It is a large boat that stays approachable to handle. The setup keeps close-quarters work calm. Efficient pod cruising adds to the appeal.

The hull is tuned for a stable, level ride at cruise, keeping long passages comfortable. Quiet running and confident manners flatter the person at the wheel. The boat holds its attitude cleanly through the mid-range, staying flat and composed as conditions build. Handling stays predictable as conditions build. Owners get big-yacht comfort with the easy control of joystick docking, so a near-24-metre yacht comes alongside without drama.

Who it is for

The Fly 78 is for the owner who wants near-flagship size and four cabins with the ease of triple-pod handling. Families and hosts who gather in number will value the deck and cabin space. It suits longer seasons and the kind of ambitious itineraries that keep a family aboard for weeks at a time. The size gives it presence in any harbour. For many buyers it is the near-top of the Fly ownership ladder.

It also works as a charter-grade asset with its four en suite cabins and crew provision. For an owner who wants scale without a demanding boat, the 78 is a persuasive choice. The full-beam owner's suite adds to its appeal. Demand for the size keeps resale interest strong. Owning one delivers flagship space with real ease, which is exactly what draws buyers who want the size without the complication.

Who it is for: The owner who wants near-flagship flybridge size and four cabins with the docking ease of triple-pod control.