Riva 76' Bahamas Super

LOA0.0m
Beam0.00m
Top Speed0kn
Guests0
Draft0.00m
Engines2x MAN V12 1800
Propulsionshaft
HullGRP

About this tender

Riva 76' Bahamas Super - what we know.

The Riva 76' Bahamas Super is the build we point owners towards when the programme calls for a 23.32m open that can carry sixteen people at genuine pace without asking them to choose between cockpit volume and below-deck comfort. It sits in Riva's Open range as the largest model in that category, and the restyled layout reflects a deliberate effort to close the gap between day-boat practicality and short-passage liveability. Three guest cabins plus a crew cabin give the boat an overnight capability that the average open at this length simply does not offer.

Two engine options sit on the same hull: the MAN V12 1550 at 1,550 hp per side, good for 32 knots top and 28 knots on passage; or the MAN V12 1800 at 1,800 hp per side, which adds five knots to both figures and pushes the top speed to 37 knots. Range at cruising speed is quoted at 320 nm on both variants, which is credible given the 5,600-litre fuel capacity. The hull is GRP throughout, with an unladen displacement of 49,500 kg - a meaningful number that tells you how seriously Riva has engineered the structure for a boat of this beam and length.

We would put the 76' Bahamas Super alongside the larger Italian open-style motor yachts from Ferretti and Azimut, rather than against the sport-cruiser class. The distinction matters for buyers who want the open-air experience but need the boat to function as a self-contained vessel on multi-day runs. The restyling referenced by Riva focuses on new storage geometry and revised deck volumes - details that a programme manager will appreciate when the boat is running independently of a mothership.

Highlights

Built for the work.

The four details we'd point out first to a captain who hasn't seen one on the water yet.

01

Dual MAN V12 engine options

The 76' Bahamas Super is available with twin MAN V12 1550 engines producing 1,550 hp each, or twin MAN V12 1800 units at 1,800 hp each. The upper option lifts top speed from 32 to 37 knots and cruising speed from 28 to 32 knots, while quoted range at cruising speed holds at 320 nm on both variants.

02

Three cabins plus crew, at 23.32m

The below-deck arrangement delivers three guest cabins and a dedicated crew cabin on a GRP hull that is 23.32m LOA and 5.68m beam. That layout is uncommon in the open category at this length and gives the boat genuine multi-day autonomy without dependence on a support vessel.

03

5,600-litre fuel capacity

A 5,600-litre fuel tank supports the 320 nm range figure at cruising speed regardless of which engine variant is fitted. For a programme running coastal passages between ports, this reduces the frequency of bunkering calls considerably compared with shorter open-format platforms.

04

Sixteen-person capacity

The manufacturer certifies sixteen people on board, which makes the 76' Bahamas Super viable as a day-charter or large-party transfer platform operating from a mothership, as well as a standalone owner's vessel.

The full specification

Every number, sorted.

Dimensions

Length overall
23.32m
Beam
5.68m
Draft
1.95m
Dry weight
49,500kg

Performance

Top speed
37kn
Cruising speed
32kn
Range
320nm

Power and Tanks

Engines
2x MAN V12 1800
Power
1,800hp ea.
Propulsion
shaft
Fuel capacity
5,600L
Water capacity
840L

Construction

Hull
grp

Layout and Accommodation

Cabin configuration
3 guest cabins + 1 crew cabin
Deck category
Open
Waterline length (LWL)
19.56 m

Engine Variants

Option 1 engine
MAN V12 1550
Option 1 power
1,550 hp
Option 2 engine
MAN V12 1800
Option 2 power
1,800 hp

Specifications, prices, availability, and performance figures are supplied for guidance only and remain subject to confirmation by the yard, seller, broker, survey, contract, and final specification.

Questions, answered

Before you enquire.

Which engine option should we specify for extended coastal passages?
Both variants share the same 320 nm range at cruising speed, so the decision turns on passage pace rather than range. If your programme requires consistent 30-plus-knot transits, the MAN V12 1800 is the logical choice. For owners who cruise at a more relaxed 28 knots and want lower running costs, the 1550 variant is entirely sufficient.
Can the 76' Bahamas Super operate independently of a mothership?
Yes, within reason. Three guest cabins, one crew cabin, 5,600 litres of fuel, and 840 litres of water give the boat multi-day autonomy for smaller groups. It is not a passage-making vessel in the blue-water sense, but for coastal programmes covering 200 to 300 nm legs it functions comfortably without a support vessel alongside.
How does the beam and draft affect marina access?
At 5.68m beam and 1.95m draft, the 76' Bahamas Super sits within the envelope of most Mediterranean marinas sized for 24m berths. Draft is moderate for the displacement class, though captains should verify sill depths at smaller island marinas before committing to a programme itinerary.
What is the certified passenger count and does it include crew?
Riva specifies sixteen people on board. This figure typically covers total persons including crew. Buyers should confirm the exact certification category with the dealer at the time of order, particularly if charter use is planned, as this may affect the compliance paperwork required.
Is the hull GRP throughout or does it use composite reinforcement?
The manufacturer specifies GRP as the hull material. No additional composite reinforcement detail is published on the model page. Buyers requiring full laminate schedules for insurance or classification purposes should request the technical build file directly from Riva or the Ferretti Group.

The yard

Riva

Sarnico, Italy

Riva is the yard we place at the top of the tender shortlist when visual impact carries as much weight as the spec sheet. Founded in 1842 by Pietro Riva on the shores of Lake Iseo in Sarnico, northern Italy, it is one of the oldest continuously operating boat builders in the world. Since 2000 it has been part of the Ferretti Group, which funds the engineering department and the long-standing design partnership with Officina Italiana Design - the studio behind every Riva hull since 1994.

Production runs across three Italian sites: the historic Sarnico yard handles models up to 21.0m; La Spezia covers the larger flybridge and sportfly range; Ancona is home to the fully custom steel-and-aluminium Superyacht Division, established in 2014. The current catalogue spans open, sportfly, and flybridge families from 8.0m to 90.0m, with the Superyacht Division extending the offering to custom projects at 50m and above.

In the tender and chase-boat segment, the tender range runs from 8.0m to 17.0m. The 11.88m Rivamare 38 is the model we see most often specified as a formal yacht tender - GRP hull, twin Volvo Penta D6 inboards, 40 knots top speed, mahogany and stainless detailing throughout. The 17.0m Rivale 56 steps up to twin 1,000 or 1,200 hp MAN V8s, cruising at 34 knots in its higher-output form. What distinguishes a Riva tender from functionally comparable hardware is finish consistency: high-gloss mahogany, teak decks, and mirror-quality lacquerwork that hold the yard's surface standards against any comparable Italian production builder. We'd put it alongside Pershing and Wally on finish, at a price point that makes the decision straightforward for captains whose programme requires a tender that needs no apology at a superyacht marina.

Last call · Available

Enquire about the 76' Bahamas Super.

Riva · Sarnico, Italy

Indicative price fromPrices on request
LOA
23.3m
Beam
5.68m
Top Speed
37kn
Guests
16

Tell us about your yacht, your programme, and the missions 76' Bahamas Super needs to handle. We come back within 48 hours with a written assessment - fit for the brief, lead time, and trade-offs against alternatives in the same band.

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