BMB 32

 

Issue: July 2004
Manufacturer: Bavaria Motor Boats

BMB?s James Mark Anthony and Andy Howden are the first to admit that Bavaria Motor Boats isn?t the first name that springs to mind when people start looking for the latest in express cruiser development and technology in Australia. But since their introduction onto the Australian market in 2000, more than 25 BMB powerboats ranging from 25 to 38 feet have now been sold and the number is climbing rapidly. On the other side of the coin, Bavaria Yachtbau (Germany), the manufacturer of Bavaria Motor Boats, has been building high quality yachts from its Wurberg factory for 25 years.

In 1998, BMB began upgrading its state-of-the-art production techniques and added 25,000 sq m of additional floor space to its existing factory. This allowed BMB to expand its production output from 1200 boats a year to more than 3000. In the last four years more than 200 BMB yachts have been sold in this country, so the build quality of its yachts is well established, but now it?s the quality of BMB powerboats that?s turning heads and stealing the scene. Yes, build quality is important, but so is value-for-money and the BMB 32 is exceptional value.

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Why? Well, for starters she?s a true 32 footer, not 32 feet including marlin board and bowsprit. This means that you are actually getting 34 feet of usable space from a 32-footer and there aren?t many 34 footers around with a $278,000 price tag. The BMB 32?s layout is extremely well thought out and the single level design from the helm out to the end of the swim platform creates a feeling of space and togetherness. This clever design also carries over into this boat?s performance and handling with a standard engine package that delivers good fuel economy and spritely performance.

The test boat is fitted with twin Volvo Penta 4.3lt 225hp GXI/DPS sterndrives with Duo Props, which under optimum conditions produce 42 knots (50mph or 75kph). Even though this boat has been in the water for a few months ? she had a bit of growth on her bum ? she could still hit 40 knots pulling 4600rpm. Other engine options are twin Volvo Penta 5.7lt GXI/DPS petrol engines and three diesel motor variants including twin Volvo Penta D6-310 EVC/DPH 298hp units. The twin 225s have more than enough power for fun boating, but it is this boat?s handling that is most impressive.

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