Jet-powered Yacht
04-08-2013, 12:19 PM
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Jet-powered Yacht
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With 94,000 horsepower coming from two gas turbines and two diesel engines, the Azzam can reach speeds of over 30 knots (34.5mph), which makes it one of the fastest yachts. The Azzam will require a 50-person crew to maintain her.
Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/worl...#ixzz2PtX3qa6q
Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/worl...#ixzz2PtX3qa6q
04-08-2013, 06:03 PM
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I know this is slightly smaller but 75mph from a 140 foot is impressive.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAVfM3j8ZNg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAVfM3j8ZNg
