On the lower deck, aport, reached from the central, granite-floored vestibule, is a spectacular VIP Suite with its king-size island berth. Just slightly less plutocratic than the master suite, it sports a large ensuite head/shower, lush carpeting, plus twin bed tables and lamps, as well as a double armoire and vanity. Aft of center on the lower deck, twin guest staterooms face each other across a wide aisle, each connected to the central atrium amidships. Both offer queen-size island berths with high-gloss cherrywood dressers and night tables. Large, double hanging lockers and vanities are placed at the central wall/bulkhead, separating the two staterooms. Each has its own ensuite head/shower.

VIP Suite...

Granite countertops with twin washbasins jettison out to greet guests in the VIP bath. Nestled into a contrasting array of dark woods and patterned wall treatments, a large bath/shower crowned with matching granite and finished with chrome fixtures is complimented by the suite’s very own porthole.

VIP Head...

Across from the VIP stateroom, starboard, the guest twin stateroom offers a pair of comfortable twin berths with storage beneath. A bed-table/dresser stands between them, with a bed lamp and mirror. To starboard are two oval ports for increased lighting. There is a hanging locker and a private head as well.

Crew quarters on B-120 are placed forward, instead of aft as on many megayachts. This leads to a happier crew, says Broward's Mac McLaughlin, because of the quieter environment. Broward has also surveyed numerous crews of large yachts, based its design for quarters to allow more room, convenience, as well as more private space for the crew. This includes larger rooms, adequate stowage, and a more spacious mess. Crew on B-120 number 5 or 6, including the Captain, to serve owners plus 8 passengers.

Guest Twin...

Through a spacious door at the lower aft deck, the engine room is easily accessible. Here the mammoth twin MTU 16v 2000 diesels easily move this massive water chateau on the brine. Rated 2,000 hp at 2350 rpm, they produce a 20-knot cruise speed, with a 23-knot maximum. Because the aluminum hull requires much less structural accommodation than fiberglass, there is room, according to McLaughlin, for larger fuel tanks, and this B-120 could be fitted with up to 9,000 gallon tankage, though most yachts this size are able to carry much less. This engine room offers great space for generators, bow thrusters, water-makers – all components; with 7-ft. headroom and extensive walk-around aisles, for servicing. Exhaust silencers and widespread sound control materials throughout help assure quiet voyaging.

At the entrance of the engine compartment, a special room is set aside for the electrical system. The main distribution system is modular, a free standing enclosure containing all components for operation, control and distribution of power from onboard generators as well as shore power. It’s constructed in accordance with ABS guidelines.

Engine Room...

On each level of the yacht, Broward has engineered convenient access to every system. Ease of maintenance is a primary objective, in that all electrical systems and wiring are secreted in the overhead, not in the sidewalls. Servicing requires only the removal of a ceiling panel and all connectors are readily exposed for diagnostics. It is this kind of planning that separates a new yard from one that has launched 100's of yachts... and still services them today.

With its luxurious new 120', the name and brand “Broward” has indeed made a giant step on its way back to preeminence in the yachting industry.

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Review by Chuck Gnaegy
Photos by Shaw McCutcheon

SPECIFICATIONS:

LOA: 120’
Beam: 24’
Draft: 6’03”
Fuel: 9,000 gals.
Water: 900 gals.
Power: MTU/DD 16V2000 – 2000 hp or Caterpillar C32 ACERT – 1825 hp
Cruise Speed: 18-20 knots
Max. Speed: 22-25 knots

For more information contact:

Broward Yachts
750 N.E. 7th Avenue
Dania Beach, FL 33004
954-925-8118
www.BrowardMarine.com

General Arrangements; Left to Right:

1. Flybridge Deck
2. Main Deck
3. Lower Deck