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Riva Aquariva Special Review: The 40-Knot Dayboat That Doesn't Apologize
33 feet of Italian design with twin 370-hp Yanmars and a 155-mile range at cruise. This is the owner-operated dayboat for buyers who know exactly what they want and won't settle for close enough.
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 33' 0" | |
| Beam | 9' 2" | |
| Draft | 3' 2" | |
| Displacement (Unladen) | 11,464 lb (5,200 kg) unladen | |
| Engines | 2 × Yanmar 8LV, 370 hp each; electronically controlled two-speed gearboxes; shaft drive | |
| Fuel Capacity | 480 L ≈ 127 US gal | |
| Water Capacity | 130 L ≈ 34 US gal | |
| Cabins / Heads | 1 cabin (sleeps 2) + 1 head; dayboat for up to 8 guests | |
| Max Speed | 40.5 knots | |
| Cruise Speed | 36 knots (approx. 155 nm range at cruising speed) |
Source: Spec & Photos Credit Courtesy of Riva Yachts.
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“THE APEX PREDATOR OF THE SANDBAR.”
The 420 Outrage isn’t just a boat; it’s a statement. It’s built for the owner who wants the absolute best in safety and stability without moving into a custom sportfish.
The Minted Analysis: With the quad-engine setup, you’re getting serious redundancy and massive low-end torque. The bow lounge is, in my opinion, the best-engineered social space on any production boat under 50 feet.
Word of Warning: It’s a 22,000lb beast. It doesn’t ‘zip’ like a Valhalla or a Yellowfin. It’s a heavy-displacement stable machine that happens to have quad outboards. If you want raw speed, look elsewhere. If you want a fortress at sea, this is it.””
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