Technical Information

Marlow Yachts are designed and built to cross the oceans of the world in comfort and safety while the proprietary Velocijet Strut Keel© technology allows inland and island cruising with fully protected running gear. Marlow’s engineered tunnels accelerate and shape the propeller thrust for enhanced performance at all speeds. Directional stability is remarkably improved while significant drag reductions are accomplished.

There are many advantages to the twin keels. Marlow Yachts have the shaft and bearings enclosed inside a foil-shaped Strut Keel, eliminating the drag of the struts and protecting the vital running gear from logs, deadheads, trash, and dirty water that otherwise flow through exposed struts and their bearings. The shape and design of the Strut Keels reshape the water as the boat passes through it. These changes to the shape of the water and waves will affect the performance of the boat by reducing the stern wave, causing a noticeable increase in speed for a given throttle setting.

The stabilizing action of the Velocijet Strut Keels© greatly reduces the plunging motion usually seen in most boats. These fins are effective at dampening rolling motion, and this effect increases with speed. This reduction in pitch and roll enhances the ability of Marlow Yachts to go to the weather, thus increasing the performance of the yacht, providing increased passenger comfort, and decreasing fuel usage. The Velocijet Strut Keels© ability to shape the water allows for reduced rudder size by shaping the water to meet the rudders. The reduced rudder size reduces power requirements and promotes a better economy.

For a more in-depth discussion of this Velocijet Strut Keel© technology, click here.

At Marlow Yachts, every detail is designed to transform yachting into a true pleasure. With decades of experience voyaging across the world’s oceans, we’ve translated firsthand knowledge of what inspires and what hinders into the creation of a truly world-class fleet.

Our yachts are equipped with components from the most trusted names in engineering and design—Sub-Zero, Caterpillar, Volvo, MAN, Cummins, Northern Lights, Franke, Grohe, Ultraleather, Bosch, Asko, Opacmare, Cantalupi, Besenzoni, Dacor, Vulcan, and many more. Where production builders settle for plywood veneers, Marlow employs solid premium hardwoods, carefully sourced, sawn, dressed, and laminated to resin-infused composite panels by our own master craftsmen. Natural stones like granite and marble grace the interiors, ensuring every Marlow yacht embodies uncompromising quality, timeless beauty, and enduring strength.