Fly 68
- LOA: 20.98 m (68 ft 10 in)
- Beam: 5.23 m
- Draft: 1.60 m
- Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta IPS 1350, 1,000 hp each
- Top speed: up to 32 knots, cruise 27 knots
- Range: 424 nm at 15.2 knots, 336 nm at 27 knots
- Cabins: 4 guest plus 1 crew, 8 guest berths
- Design: Alberto Mancini (exterior), Achille Salvagni Architetti (interior)
A modern take on the flybridge
The Fly 68 belongs to Azimut's Flybridge collection, the family that carries the classic three-level cruiser at the core of the brand's business. At 20.98 metres it sits in a popular size for owners who want a full flybridge without moving into superyacht scale. The layout offers four guest cabins and a crew cabin, enough for family cruising and occasional guests. Since its premiere in 2021 it has been one of the core models keeping the flybridge line current.
The flybridge format is where Azimut sells in the greatest numbers, and the 68 is a mainstream expression of it. It brings the group's carbon construction and modern styling into a size that many step-up owners aspire to. The model shows how the traditional three-deck cruiser has evolved under Azimut, with lower lines and more glass than the type once had. For the brand it is a dependable seller, one of the volume models that keeps the range moving. It carries the current generation of the yard's flybridge design in the popular size just below 70 feet.
Lower lines and more glass
Alberto Mancini shaped the exterior, softening the tall stance that flybridge yachts traditionally carry into something sleeker. Long side windows and a stretched profile give the 68 a more contemporary look than earlier boats of the type. The flybridge itself is a large social deck set above the main level, with a helm, seating and space to sunbathe. Wide side decks keep movement around the boat safe and easy.
Carbon fibre in the superstructure is what lets Mancini lower the roofline while keeping the volume owners expect. Building light up high improves stability and helps the yacht carry its generous glazing. The aft cockpit connects to a bathing platform for swimming and tender handling. The result is a flybridge yacht that looks lower and faster than the boxier cruisers that came before it.
A modern flybridge on Volvo pods, low and quick, with a Salvagni interior over four cabins.
Achille Salvagni below deck
The interior is by Achille Salvagni Architetti, the same Rome studio behind several larger Azimut models, which brings a refined and sculptural feel to a boat of this size. Four guest cabins sit below, including a full-beam master amidships, with a crew cabin aft. Berths run to eight for guests and two for crew, a practical spread for family use with room for friends. Salvagni's materials and forms lift the interior above the standard production feel.
The main deck keeps an open plan between the saloon and the helm, with large windows drawing in light and view. A beam of 5.23 metres gives enough width for comfortable lounging without the bulk of a superyacht. The fit-out balances everyday usability against a sense of quiet luxury. It is an interior that suits both long weekends and extended holidays aboard. The full-beam master amidships takes advantage of the widest part of the hull for a larger owner's suite.
Volvo pods and thirty-two knots
The Fly 68 is driven by twin Volvo Penta IPS 1350 pod units, each rated at 1,000 hp, a package known for efficiency and easy close-quarters handling. Top speed reaches up to 32 knots with a cruise around 27 knots, giving the yacht genuine pace for its class. The IPS pods make docking simpler through joystick control, a real help for owner-operators. The hull was developed by P. Ausonio with the group's research team.
Efficiency comes from the pods working together with the yacht's light composite build. At a relaxed 15.2 knots the 68 can cover about 424 nautical miles, and at a 27 knot cruise it still holds around 336 nautical miles. Carbon in the superstructure keeps weight low and sharpens both ride and stability. For an owner this means a flybridge cruiser that is quick and easy to handle for its size. The pod installation also frees up volume aft that a conventional shaft line would otherwise take.
The step-up owner's flybridge
The Fly 68 is aimed at the experienced owner stepping up towards the 70 foot mark who wants a full flybridge and four cabins. Its IPS pods and joystick docking make it realistic to run with light crew or even short-handed on calm days. The size suits family cruising in the Mediterranean and similar waters with room to host guests. It is a natural progression for someone moving up from a smaller Azimut or a rival cruiser.
The 68 competes in one of the busiest parts of the market, against flybridge yachts from several established builders. Its case rests on the Salvagni interior and the modern Mancini styling, backed by the reach of the Azimut service network. The carbon construction and IPS efficiency give it a technical edge over older designs in the class. For a mainstream luxury buyer it is a safe and stylish choice at this length. For many owners the 68 represents the practical top of the mainstream flybridge market.
Design
- Exterior: Alberto Mancini
- Interior: Achille Salvagni (Salvagni Architetti)
- Naval architecture: Pierluigi Ausonio Naval Architecture & Azimut Yachts R&D Dept.
Who it is for: A step-up owner heading towards 70 feet who wants a full flybridge, four cabins and easy IPS handling for family cruising.