The first YYachts Y6 has left the yard and begun life with her owner. At 19.65 metres, the German builder’s newest sailing yacht brings together Bill Tripp’s naval architecture, carbon construction and a deck arranged around the people sailing her.
Under sail, the proportions are striking. A low coachroof sits within the long sweep of the deck, while the pronounced hull chine gives definition to the bronze-coloured topsides. Dark sails and a restrained exterior keep the shape of the yacht in focus.
A clear deck, a purposeful cockpit
The twin wheels sit aft of the guest cockpit, with sheets and halyards led back towards the helm stations. It is a practical arrangement for an owner who wants to take an active part in sailing while leaving room for friends and family to settle in.
Carbon-epoxy sandwich construction combines stiffness with low weight. The aim is responsive sailing, including in lighter winds, with a self-tacking jib and powered sail-handling systems supporting a small crew. The Y6’s approach to owner-operated sailing is central to its design.
A personal space below
The interior offers three- and four-cabin arrangements, along with options for a workspace or forward crew cabin. Four interior concepts give owners a starting point for choosing the atmosphere aboard, from timber and upholstery to colour and detail.
That flexibility gives the Y6 a broad brief: time at the helm, space for guests and a private place to return to at the end of the day. The finished yacht makes those priorities easy to see.
For Australian and New Zealand owners, Carbon Yachts is the local point of contact for discussing the Y6, exploring its layouts and planning the next steps towards ownership.
