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The Riva 86 Domino makes a bold statement by borrowing elements from her smaller sisters and even her sister companies.
Riva is one of eight brands under the Ferretti Group banner. Much like a real family, the sister brands have their own style and customer bases. They also like to borrow their sisters’ things every now and then. Such is the case with the newest Riva to debut stateside, the 86 Domino. (The model was initially introduced in Europe in 2009, but as always, the builder waited to bring her overseas, incorporating American-oriented features as well.) She certainly has similarities to smaller models in the Riva lineup. But she further shares DNA with her sleek and speedy sister brand Pershing, and even her more traditional sister brand Ferretti.
The Riva 86 Domino is powered by twin MTU 16V 2000 M93s to a cruising speed of 36 knots. |
If you’re familiar with Riva’s offerings to 115 feet, you’ll likely note a resemblance between the 86 Domino and the 68 Ego Super. The 86 Domino is intended as an evolution of that smaller design, offering more spaces for entertaining and relaxing. But in considering the entire Ferretti Group family, you’ll also likely have Pershing come to mind. Indeed, the Riva 86 Domino, and even the 68 Super Ego, are far more Pershing-esque, with aggressive, open styling.
The 86 Domino is also Pershing-esque in performance, boasting a reported 38-knot top end and 36-knot cruise. Whether the twin MTU 16V 2000 M93s are at full throttle or dialed back for cruising speeds, the 86 Domino should see a range of more than 300 nautical miles. That makes her decidedly a dayboat, again much like Pershing. What she doesn’t have, however, are the surface drives that Pershing has offered from the start. Is the exclusion the result of a Ferretti Group family argument? Actually, it’s more like a family agreement. After all, siblings need to have some things all their own.
When Ferrettis first landed on U.S. shores in the 1990s, they were famed for having lift-open glass partitions between the aft deck and saloon. Riva’s management team really liked the way this transformed the indoor and outdoor spaces, so the 86 Domino is the first Riva to incorporate this signature feature from the early days of Ferretti Yachts. The transformation is quite effective when the glass panel, to port, is kept open in combination with the sliding door adjacent to it.
The open, airy saloon area gives an extraordinary feeling of spaciousness for an 86-footer.
The 86 Domino is also Pershing-esque in performance, boasting a reported 38-knot top end and 36-knot cruise. Whether the twin MTU 16V 2000 M93s are at full throttle or dialed back for cruising speeds, the 86 Domino should see a range of more than 300 nautical miles. That makes her decidedly a dayboat, again much like Pershing. What she doesn’t have, however, are the surface drives that Pershing has offered from the start. Is the exclusion the result of a Ferretti Group family argument? Actually, it’s more like a family agreement. After all, siblings need to have some things all their own.
When Ferrettis first landed on U.S. shores in the 1990s, they were famed for having lift-open glass partitions between the aft deck and saloon. Riva’s management team really liked the way this transformed the indoor and outdoor spaces, so the 86 Domino is the first Riva to incorporate this signature feature from the early days of Ferretti Yachts. The transformation is quite effective when the glass panel, to port, is kept open in combination with the sliding door adjacent to it.
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Also effective is the feeling of spaciousness inside this Riva. There’s excellent headroom, plus an open main deck straight to the helm. Further adding to the effect is plentiful light spilling in from the large side windows, the glass roof, and the windshield. The only separation between spaces is the 55-inch LCD television, positioned just aft of the triple helm seats.
Of course, this being an Italian-built yacht, style is as important as space configuration. Grey-stained oak is used for the sole, and walnut is employed for cabinetry, with brown leather inserts. The furnishings may seem simplistic, but remember, this is a yacht intended for harbor-hopping and day cruising, not inside-living 24-7.
The master stateroom runs full-beam, taking advantage of both sets of hullside windows.
Of course, this being an Italian-built yacht, style is as important as space configuration. Grey-stained oak is used for the sole, and walnut is employed for cabinetry, with brown leather inserts. The furnishings may seem simplistic, but remember, this is a yacht intended for harbor-hopping and day cruising, not inside-living 24-7.
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As could be expected aboard a luxury day boat, you and your guests can enjoy sunbathing on the 86 Domino’s foredeck. It’s more like a mini cockpit, with a dinette seating six accompanying the sunpad. This makes it an ideal, private spot for meals or even cocktails. Should you wish some shade, a bimini can be installed.
The Riva 86 Domino has reportedly enjoyed strong sales so far on both sides of the Atlantic. According to Riva’s management team, some owners have even requested a nearly identical design in a 120-foot length.
Here’s hoping sibling rivalry doesn’t break out.
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