Continuing forward, to the left is another cabinet that can be used for stowing items, and taking up the entire bow triangle is the owner’s large double bed. Large windows give a sense of spaciousness and airiness to the interior, and the headroom is truly remarkable. A porthole in the roof allows the cabin to open outward, and a large mirror finally closes off the bow, again increasing the perception of space. To the right of the bed, right next to the guest cabin, is the bathroom, equipped with a sink, toilet and separate shower.
Finishes are extremely fine, the choice of essences for the interior was impeccable, and the color palette, consisting of neutral, elegant, refined tones, gives a sense of luxury to the W11, while expanding the spaces even more.
Sea Trial
We climb aboard Nimbus W11 very early in the morning, the sun has just risen above the horizon, and we calmly leave the port of Cannes. At this hour the sea is tinged with the wonderful colors of dawn, which are reflected on the surface of the water in shades between red and bright orange.
The sea is calm, there is not a wisp of wind, and the day looks ideal for any kind of test. Just outside the harbor we devote a few moments to photographing the peculiar hydraulic stern platform between two magnificent Îles de Lérins islands, where the water is simply stunning.
It is from here that our test begins: we take off and I position myself at the helm of the W11, the pilot’s seat is comfortable and high, I can perfectly see ahead. Thanks to the large side windows, visibility is complete and there is no blind spot, I can also move freely on board without hindrance and with great safety…this is very important, especially when mooring.
The dashboard of the W11 we tested was equipped with two 12-inch plotters, Mercury joysticks and throttles with Skyhook, and Quick controls to operate the Quick gyro stabilizer. I start to accelerate slowly, because I want to see how snappy the W11 is with its 2 400hp Mercury Verado V10 outboards, and the response is impressive, as soon as I touch down on the throttle we are already at 12 knots, almost on glide. I accelerate harder, and after a short while I’ve already reached 23 knots, however, I feel like I’m floating.
The twin-stepped hull, which has also been hugely successful and appreciated in the T11 and C11 models, makes the impact with the sea surface really smooth, almost no resistance is felt. What I noticed right away is that this hull gives safety, stability and extreme precision, thanks also to the very sharp shape of the bow V.
At 32 knots I slow down a bit and perform some turns and counter-turns, more or less tight, but the feedback is the same: the boat tilts decisively and it seems to be riding on rails, at the same time, however, I feel the excitement of being light on the surface of the sea, I almost struggle to feel the impact of the hull with the water.
After a while, we decide to return and I finish the navigation to the harbor, passing between the boats anchored in front of the Vieux Port of Cannes without any uncertainty: the W11’s movements are precise and I am able to control well even the distance to the other boats, not even the passing waves of the other boats bother us.
If being on board the W11 is very pleasant, safe and comfortable, cruising with this boat is a real privilege: the adrenaline thrills of the 40-plus knots are not lacking, but what really amazed me the precision and maneuverability of this boat. Though apparently “heavy”, on the contrary, the sensation I had was that of navigating above a cloud...really super and unexpected!
Nimbus W11 – Test Data
RPM | Speed in kn | Consumption in l/h |
650 Min | 3 | 3.9 |
1000 | 4.4 | 7.1 |
1500 | 6.4 | 11.20 |
2000 | 8.1 | 18.3 |
2500 | 10 | 23.5 |
3000 | 12.1 | 34.2 |
3500 | 15.4 | 41.1 |
4000 | 20.08 | 51.9 |
4500 | 28 | 73 |
5000 | 34 | 110 |
5500 | 40.1 | 101 |
6000 | 44.7 | 120 |
6436 Max | 47.5 | 131.5 |
Technical Specs
LOA | 12.40 m / 40’7′ |
Max Beam | 3.46 m /11’4′ |
Draft | 0.9m / 3′ |
Height | 3.75 m / 12′ 3″ |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 850 l / 224.5 US gal |
Water Tank Capacity | 135 l / 36 US gal |
Black Water Tank Capacity | 80 l / 21 US gal |
Design Category | B10, C12 |
Berths | 4 (2+2) |
Engines | 2 x 400 Mercury Verado V10 |