more than just another storey 2 Bow 2 Stern

more than just another storey 2 Bow 2 Stern

Integrity s 380 Flybridge You don t have to wonder what there is to gain from a flybridge version of a particularly well executed sedan style trawler type cruiser; Integrity s 380 Sedan. It s obvious, you gain a flybridge! Bow 2 Stern 3

BY WARREN STEPTOE So the real question becomes; what s to be some people for reasons completely of their own choosing will prefer (or for that matter NOT prefer,) In the case of Integrity s 380 Flybridge model which, underneath the full length hardtop shared by both that s two dimensions; both of which will appeal to some; 4 Bow 2 Stern from a high set helm position around a boat which has to In addition to which in this particular case there s that in addition to safety aspects which in truth might not be berthing, go boating where deep water channels are well

hazardous anchorages, there s the not to be underestimated length and beam and more importantly, more headroom in models this is apparent immediately you step downstairs into main pic above left: The way Integrity s signature salon bulkhead arrangement opens to integrate the salon and cockpit or can be closed to separate them remains a winning feature of the Integrity 380 Flybridge. As you can has been kept to a minimum. above right: Another Integrity feature sensibly maintained in the 380 Flybridge is the instant access to the side deck (and with one more step the dock,) afforded by the big sliding door right beside the (in this case lower,) helm station. Bow 2 Stern 5

from top: The freshwater cooled John Deere 6.8 litre 6 cylinder 225hp diesel engine is now thoroughly proven as an ultra reliable and economical power plant so Integrity have again chosen it for their new 380 Flybridge model. of the 380 Flybridge over its stablemate the 380 Sedan. Either Integrity 380 model s cockpit lounge easily converts to an extra with the (optional) camper covers seen here rolled unobtrusively beneath the hard top. They provide additional choices for the cockpit lounge, open air, insect screened ventilation, or weather tight living which can be completely integrated with the salon and galley. 6 Bow 2 Stern bow cabin especially the ceiling is in fact substantially light is boosted by new portholes set high in the You re still comfortably secured by nearly waist high stainless steel rails while negotiating the boat s to the way the boat reacts underfoot while you re shower cubicle that s precisely that a cubicle with a sliding glass screen separating it from the wash basin Integrity bridge arrangement had a central console features bench seating around the helm area while high and nicely crafted stainless steel rail which, on the the rail with material matching the helm s bimini appreciate this I imagine! One thing Integrity got absolutely right right from a big hopper window allowing the entire salon to be separated from it by simply closing down the window does reduce the size of the hopper window somewhat

below left: Integrity 380 Sedan, the Flybridge version maintains an excellent view around the boat through big salon windows. below centre: Looking aft from the (lower) helm station you can see how well the salon and cockpit integrate with the salon bulkhead s door and hopper window opened. below right: Wide side decks secured by a high rail are part of excellent access around both Integrity 380 model s periphery. bottom: Centre stage for both versions of the Integrity 380 is a spacious salon with the galley to starboard and this lounge dinette to port. It too quickly converts to a double berth for extra guests. insect screens so necessary for comfort outdoors in so many Integrity s Peter Hill told me a story about a boat show in New Zealand where it was bloody freezing as the Gold 8 Bow 2 Stern

People unfamiliar with either Integrity 380 model would I Downstairs along with the already described bathroom set to starboard of a central companionway, there are two twin cabins, a master stateroom in the bows and a guest cabin The salon has a lower helm station to starboard which below left: Some Integrity 380 owners choose the VIP stateroom for themselves, leaving the (ostensible) master stateroom in the bows to their guests. below centre and right: With this new 380 Flybridge model, Integrity have added a shower cubicle to a (roomy) bathroom which has always been a major selling point for the 380 Sedan. bottom: New portholes in the bow stateroom bring in more natural light to a cabin dramatically improved by raising the ceiling in both Integrity 380 models. When open for ventilation, built in insect screens exclude bugs. Bow 2 Stern 9

The galley had a twin ring ceramic (electric) benchtop return against the Freshwater for the galley, bathroom and a shower aft on easily capable of running all the onboard electrical and the and the necessary mechanicals don t add much to a boat that has a full length hardtop anyway, and a bimini top and above left and right: A new upper helm layout in the 380 Flybridge adds bench seats each side of the wheel while the expansive upper deck on the Flybridge model literally adds another dimension to social life aboard. centre left and right: A big accesses either Integrity 380 model s engine room. right: Material matching the bimini top wrapped around the upper deck rail of the 380 Flybridge reviewed makes a lot of sense when little folk are aboard. 10 Bow 2 Stern

In both Integrity 380 models, the hardtop extends out over the side decks sheltering them from all bar the worst of the weather. rail will only add which won t add up to much when Performance and fuel consumption identical to the 380 I suppose in the end choosing between an Integrity 380 Sedan and a Flybridge comes down to personal 400W-600W Wind Generator Carbon Blades, $899 inc GST (Free Freight on East Coast Aus.) SPECIFICATIONS Boat Integrity 380 Sedan Constructor Integrity Motor Yachts Test boat supplied by Integrity Motor Yachts Australia Sanctuary Cove p: 1300 798 735 w: www.integrityboats.com.au Material GRP laminates Boat Type trawler style displacement cruiser LOA 11.5m (38ft) Beam 4.1m (13ft 6 inches) Displacement/ Hull Weight approx 11,000kg Power during test 225hp (John Deere 6068T) Capacities Fuel 1,135 litres Freshwater 780 litres Base Price $549,000 120w Flexible Panels Weigh only 1.8Kg $550 inc GST (Free freight on East Coast) for more infomation: Power By Nature www.pxn.com.au - sales@pxn.com.au Bow 2 Stern 11