The Riva 76' Perseo Super Is the Sportfly That Doesn't Apologize
The Riva 76' Perseo Super fuses genuine open-water performance — 32 knots on the standard MANs, 37 with the optional 1,800 hp pair, and 315 …
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 76' 3" (23.25 m) |
| Beam | 18' 10" (5.75 m) |
| Draft | 6' 3" (1.90 m) |
| Displacement | 115,302 lbs unladen (52,300 kg); 133,380 lbs laden (60,500 kg) |
| Engines | Twin MAN V12-1550, 1,550 hp each; or twin MAN V12-1800, 1,800 hp each |
| Fuel Capacity | 1,479 US gallons (5,600 L) |
| Water Capacity | 222 US gallons (840 L) |
| Cabins / Heads | 3 cabins + 1 crew cabin; 3 bathrooms + 1 crew bathroom; 16 people on board |
| Max Speed | 32 knots (MAN V12-1550); 37 knots (MAN V12-1800) |
| Cruise Speed | 28 knots (MAN V12-1550); 32 knots (MAN V12-1800); 315 nm range on either |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Riva. Specs verified by Tony Smith, USCG 100 Ton Master, on August 11, 2026.
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Quick Verdict
- Two engine options: the standard MAN V12-1550 gives 32 knots top and a 28-knot cruise, the optional V12-1800 gives 37 and 32 — and Riva puts the range at 315 nautical miles either way, so the faster boat costs you nothing in reach
- Three-cabin, three-head layout with full-beam master and independent crew quarters makes this a true family boat, not a stretched day cruiser with token accommodations
- Flybridge helm is fully functional with proper instrumentation and visibility, separating the Perseo Super from competitors that treat the upper station as an afterthought
Our Take
The Perseo Super represents Riva's most practical approach to the 76-foot sportfly segment. The build quality is where you'd expect it—solid hand-laid composite work, well-executed joinery, and systems integration that doesn't feel like an afterthought. The MAN V12s are the right choice here. They're not exotic, but they're proven and well-supported. The hull design favors sea-keeping over outright speed, which is the correct trade-off for a boat this size that owners will actually drive themselves.
This boat makes sense for the owner stepping up from a 60-footer who wants flybridge versatility without committing to a captain on payroll. It's not for the buyer who wants to impress at the dock with top-speed numbers or the one who plans to charter the boat out to offset costs. The Perseo Super is purpose-built for private use by someone who knows how to operate a yacht and wants the freedom to use it spontaneously. If you need to ask whether you should run it with crew, you probably should—but the boat doesn't require it.
Resale reality is straightforward. Riva holds value better than Azimut or Princess in this segment, but you're still looking at 35-40 percent depreciation over five years in real dollars. The European market is stronger for these boats than the U.S., which matters if you're thinking about exit strategy. Maintenance costs are higher than domestic builds due to parts sourcing and the expectation of Riva-certified service, but the trade-off is a boat that still feels tight after 500 hours. Budget accordingly and this is a five-to-seven-year hold that makes sense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far can the Riva 76' Perseo Super travel?
315 nautical miles at cruise on either engine package, from 1,479 gallons of fuel. That covers Miami to Bimini, Nassau or the Keys without refuelling anxiety. Plan around that published range, and ask your dealer for observed consumption at cruise in writing on the engine package you are actually buying.
Which engine should you choose for the Riva 76' Perseo Super?
The 1,800 hp option, and the reason is unusual. Riva publishes 315 nautical miles of range for both packages. The standard twin MAN V12-1550s give 32 knots and a 28-knot cruise; the optional V12-1800s give 37 knots and a 32-knot cruise. On almost every boat a bigger engine costs you range — here it costs you nothing at all. Four knots of cruise for no loss of reach is as clean an upgrade case as this site has published.
How many people does the Riva 76' Perseo Super sleep?
Riva lists three cabins and three bathrooms plus a crew cabin with its own bathroom, and sixteen people aboard. That is the same guest accommodation as the smaller 66' Ribelle, in a boat nine feet longer and 28,000 pounds heavier. The Perseo Super is bought for the space around the cabins — the flybridge, the main deck and the cockpit — rather than for extra berths. If you need a fourth cabin, the 88' Folgore is the next step in the Sportfly range.