HIGH-PERFORMANCE YACHT WATERJET PROPULSION

EXTREME PERFORMANCE WITH LUXURY AND DESIGN FLEXIBILITY

The AB 130 Wraith is a 39-meter high-performance superyacht built by AB Yachts, combining advanced design, lightweight construction and waterjet propulsion. Powered by MJP waterjets paired with triple MTU engines, the yacht delivers speeds above 40 knots while maintaining exceptional maneuverability and onboard comfort.

The AB 130 Wraith was developed to push the limits of performance yacht design while maintaining luxury, comfort and usability. AB Yachts has a long history of building waterjet-powered vessels, focusing on combining high speed with sleek styling and innovative onboard layouts.

The project required a propulsion solution capable of delivering extreme speed, rapid acceleration and precise handling, while also supporting shallow-water cruising and comfortable long-distance operation. The yacht’s lightweight composite construction and advanced layout design further enhance its performance capabilities and onboard experience.

MJP 550 CSU WATERJETS WITH CENTRAL BOOSTER CONFIGURATION

The AB 130 Wraith features a waterjet propulsion system consisting of MJP steerable waterjets combined with a central booster. This configuration delivers high thrust, responsive control and optimized efficiency across a wide operating range.

Key benefits of the propulsion solution include:

• High-speed performance exceeding 40 knots
• Smooth acceleration and precise maneuverability
• Reduced vibration and improved onboard comfort
• Shallow draft enabling access to coastal and island destinations
• Efficient propulsion for both cruising and high-speed operation

The integration of waterjets with triple MTU engines creates a propulsion system that balances performance, efficiency and control for demanding high-speed yacht applications.

UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE IN THE 40-METER YACHT SEGMENT

The AB 130 Wraith delivers a combination of speed, agility and luxury that sets a new benchmark for performance yachts:

• Top speeds exceeding 40 knots
• High cruising speeds with efficient range
• Exceptional maneuverability and handling
• Access to shallow anchorages due to low draft
• Seamless indoor-outdoor living with innovative design features

Features such as an expandable beach club, large social areas and panoramic glazing enhance the onboard experience, making the vessel suitable for both high-speed cruising and luxury entertainment.

MJP 550 CSU

Classic Mixed-Flow High-Efficiency Waterjet. Designed for high-performance yachts and fast vessels requiring strong thrust, precise control and reliable operation at high speeds.