Research 2013 - Thunderbird Formula Boats - 45 Yacht

The newly refined Formula 45 Yacht exceeds every expectation of superlative quality and smooth, powerful performance. The classic Formula design lines present an overall grace and beauty that attracts attention and admiration at first sight.

The 45 Yacht is well suited to day cruising with family and friends or enjoying several days on the water and most certainly for extended cruising adventures. The coupe-top design features a totally integrated curved windshield, allowing a panoramic vista in the absence of forward bracing, an unprecedented feature in this yacht class.

The curvilinear lounge forward accommodates several to converse with the captain and companion and also to enjoy the extensive view. Ergonomics for the entire helm area are excellent whether sitting, standing or leaning back against the individually adjustable, doublewide command seats. Versatile U-shaped lounge seating includes two dual-height, Corian-topped tables, and the aft-facing lounge seat also converts to a generous sunpad at anchor. The integrated L-shaped wetbar, full-feature AM/FM/CD stereo and available cockpit 24" LED/LCD HDTV/DVD player expand open air entertainment possibilities, while underwater blue LED lighting is an fascinating option.

The 45 Yacht�s expansive cabin impresses with smart, contemporary design and a wealth of amenities, including handsome woodgrain-finish flooring, rich cabinetry treatments and an all-new selection of elite d�cor possibilities, including Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama designer interior options.

The Ultraleather U-shaped lounge along with its high-gloss wood inlaid table and two stowable upholstered pedestal stools welcome larger dining or refreshment gatherings. The 40� LED/LCD HDTV with Blu-ray Disc player and Bose Lifestyle surround-sound home theater system offer spectacular entertainment possibilities. With every necessity at hand, the contemporary L-shaped galley encourages delicious creations and is appropriately complemented by Formula�s flawlessly handcrafted continuous Corian countertop.

Owners enjoy seclusion in the forward stateroom with its generous centerline bed, enhanced by a shape conforming Sensus foam mattress and 22" LED/LCD HDTV with Blu-ray Disc player. The owner�s head compartment and shower area are separate, and both are entered from that stateroom only.

The guest stateroom aft offers a combination 24" LED/LCD HDTV/DVD player, vanity with Corian countertop and stainless steel sink, along with an adjoining head compartment, convenient for daytime and overnight guests alike. The twin bed configuration also converts to a queen size bed.
Draft: 3 ft. 3 in.
Beam: 13 ft. 11 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 350
Water tank capacity: 100
Holding tank capacity: 75
Standard features:
Exterior Features
NMMA Yacht Certification
10-year Structural Warranty
Transferable 5-Year Formula Guard Limited Protection Plan
Imron Standard graphic and cockpit accent striping
Molded structural foam hull matrix
Chemically bonded and thru-bolted deck-to-hull joint
Custom gunwale with 1 1/2" stainless steel insert
Integrated bow platform
Concealed anchor davit with fiberglass chain locker
Electric windlass with chain counter, 200' chain, polished stainless steel anchor and hand-held remote control
Concealed quick-disconnect coiled-hose freshwater anchor/transom wash-down system
Stainless steel hardware and 316L stainless steel welded rails
Twelve custom Formula logo-cast cleats
316L stainless steel lighted bowrail with pennant staff and mid-level lifeline cables
Polished stainless steel Bomar cabin venting hatch with integrated OceanAir rollout SKYscreen and privacy shade
Six venting stainless steel portlights with screens
Two oversized stainless steel HarbourView portlights with screens
Nonskid deck and walk-around coverboards
Two vinyl Drifast foam deck sunpads with adjustable Sunbrella chaise backrests and 316L stainless steel rails
Coupe top with tinted, tempered curved-glass windshield with vented center walk-thru door and side vents
Large, motorized coupe-top sunroof
Windshield wipers and washers
Remote-control halogen searchlight
Polished dual air horn
Full-width swim platform, concealed stainless steel swim ladder, swim rails and pull-up cleats
Transom shower with single-lever temperature control
Molded transom trunk with pneumatic-assist hatch, line storage, fender rack and four fenders
240V shorepower with fail-safe galvanic isolator and 50-amp cord with Glendinning motorized extend/retract and storage system
Dockside access cords for cable TV and telephone, city water inlet

Cockpit Features
Continuous molded cockpit liner
Molded in-dash forward deck access steps with 316L stainless steel handrail
Burl wood-finish instrument panels and brushed metallic accents
Dual electronic engine monitoring displays
Fuel gauges
IPS Drive-position indicator
Ritchie compass
Raymarine ST-70 color graphic information display
Raymarine GPS navigational system with E120 chartplotter
VHF radio with antenna
Electronic shift and throttle control
Volvo IPS joystick docking system
Dino tilt steering wheel with wood insets and brushed metallic accents
Auxiliary 12V outlet
Illuminated waterproof accessory rocker switches with E-T-A circuit breakers
Under-dash storage locker
Clarion weather resistant dash-mounted marine AM/FM/CD stereo with high-power output, 10-disc changer in salon
Six 150W 6 1/2" marine-grade speakers with polished stainless steel grilles and separate tweeters, 600W amplification and 200W subwoofer
iPod/MP3 port
Hand-held remote control with blue/white/red LED courtesy lights and shorepower cord
Seventeen polished stainless steel drink holders
Dash and transom dual-switch cockpit/swim platform courtesy lighting
Integral 316L stainless steel safety rails
Weather-resistant cockpit seating featuring PreFixx coating, Tenera element-resistant thread, DriFast foam and StarLite XL synthetic marine panel construction
Twin command seating with dual-position helm and companion seats with center storage compartment
Curved, extended port lounge
Mid-cockpit storage locker for cockpit tables and canvas enclosures
U-shaped lounge seating aft with fiberglass-lined storage
Integrated side-entry boarding step
Aft sun lounge package with two dual-height Corian tables and filler cushions
Two custom-designed Sunbrella cockpit pillows
Molded wetbar/beverage center with integrated sink, flush Corian countertop, polished stainless steel refrigerator, in-counter trash container, ice chest, 316L stainless steel rail and 120V GFCI outlet
Disconnect switch for auxiliary 12V power
PFD storage locker with Corian countertop
Demand water system with 99-gallon capacity
Fire extinguisher
Custom patterned cockpit carpet
Pneumatic-assist curved transom door
Forward cockpit drop curtain and aft curtain enclosure with easy-mount zipper connections in color-coordinated non-fading Sunbrella acrylic fabric with SeaMark vinyl undercoating

Cabin Features
Curved, sliding/locking cabin door
Cherry woodgrain-finish entry steps
Twin custom skylights
High-gloss Deep Cherry finish cabinetry throughout
U-shaped Ultraleather sofa seating/converts to double berth
OceanAir Skysol pleated blind system in galley
Custom d�cor pillows
Adjustable-height high-gloss Deep Cherry inlaid dining table
Two Ultraleather pedestal dining stools
40" widescreen LCD HDTV with Bose Lifestyle surround sound home theater system, five double-cube speakers and powered subwoofer module
iPod docking station
Clarion AM/FM/CD stereo with changer control, 10-disc CD changer, four 150W 6 1/2" 2-way marine-grade speakers with 1,000W amplification, 8" subwoofer with 100W amplification and iPod docking station
Six-month subscription to Sirius Satellite Radio digital broadcast
Telephone
Carbon monoxide detector
18,000 BTU reverse cycle air conditioner
Built-in WalVac sweeper system
L-shaped galley with high-gloss Deep Cherry finish cabinetry, dovetailed hardwood drawers, full Corian countertop, double-bowl stainless steel sink with swivel faucet, 2-burner electric stove with flush Corian cover and safety shut-off switch, exhaust fan, brushed stainless steel convection/ microwave oven, Krups coffee maker, 120V/12V upright refrigerator/freezer with brushed stainless panels and concealed in-counter trash container
Lighted showcase with wine rack, tempered stemware and tumblers
Fire extinguisher
Demand water system with variable-volume pump and one-point water fill for freshwater tank and/or city water
120V water heater with heat exchanger
Pocket entry door with full-length mirror
Integrated OceanAir rollout SKYscreen and privacy shade
Owners� centerline bed with Sensus memory foam mattress, storage beneath and four dovetailed hardwood drawers
Custom quilted bedspread and pillow shams
Bed linens and two embroidered towel sets
Individual reading lights
Two cedar-lined hanging lockers with automatic lighting
19" LCD HDTV/DVD combo player
Bose sound system with Bose 161 speakers and remote control
7,000 BTU reverse-cycle air conditioner
Carbon monoxide detector
Owners� private head compartment with contoured, high-gloss Deep Cherry finish vanity, full vanity wall mirror, Corian countertop, vanity drawer, deep custom sink with wall-mount faucet, overhead cabinetry storage, wall mirror, Corian flooring, exhaust fan and porcelain Flush and Forget VacuFlush head unit with holding tank and dockside pumpout
Separate shower compartment with adjustable-height shower head, Corian seat, mirrored storage cabinet, towel bars, exhaust fan and Corian flooring
Private guest stateroom with twin beds�adjust to queen bed with hideaway filler cushions
Under-berth storage areas
Mirrored, cedar-lined hanging locker with automatic lighting
22" LCD TV/DVD combo player
Private head compartment with shower and porcelain Flush and Forget VacuFlush head unit
Vanity with Corian countertop and stainless steel sink with wall-mount faucet
Two embroidered towel sets
Operating systems electrical panel with courtesy lights, 120V and 12 V monitoring panel, remote battery parallel emergency switch, generator control switching and freshwater tank gauge
Carbon monoxide detector

Engine Features
Twin diesel Volvo IPS 600 engine installation
11.5 KW diesel generator with sound shield and dedicated battery
Motorized hatch lift
Integrated quick-access engine hatch with stainless steel ladder
Engine room lighting
Automatic fire extinguishing system
Remote 12V oil change system for engines and generator
Four starting and two auxiliary marine batteries with battery retainers
80-and 40-amp battery charger
Low-noise rotary bilge blowers
Two automatic bilge pumps
Bilge high water alarm
QL trim tabs