Bering 76 Lemanja: A Steel Explorer Yacht With Range, Substance, and Poise
A Turnkey Steel Explorer With Global Ambition
Launched in 2022, Lemanja was built for owners who understood the very real and very unpredictable demands of long-range oceanic travel and expected nothing less than silence, strength, and stability at sea. This is a rare chance to purchase a solid, proven explorer yacht in turnkey condition.
Design and Exterior Impressions
The Bering 76 cuts a resolute figure at anchor. Her steel displacement hull delivers a reassuring sense of purpose, while the beam of 5.9 metres affords deck spaces that are genuinely usable underway. At full load, she displaces 148 metric tons. There is no mistaking her intent: this is an explorer yacht built to roam.
A standout feature is the Opacmare Transformer swim platform. More than just a hydraulic lift, it creates a private beach club at water level, expanding both the utility and experience of time spent at anchor. The exterior decks, including a spacious flybridge and shaded cockpit, are arranged with long-term cruising in mind, with proper stowage, robust handholds, and clear sightlines throughout.
Engineering and Performance
Powered by twin Cummins QSL9 diesel engines, each delivering 404 horsepower at 2100 RPM, Lemanja offers reliable propulsion with commercial-grade durability.
These inline six-cylinder engines are known for their torque-rich power curve and proven service record in heavy-duty applications. She cruises efficiently at 9 knots and reaches a top speed of 11.5 knots, but the true sweet spot lies at 8 knots, where her fuel burn and hydrodynamic efficiency align to produce a range exceeding 4000 nautical miles. This enables transatlantic crossings and extended exploration without reliance on frequent refuelling stops.
The fuel capacity is 22,700 litres (5,996 US gallons), gravity-fed from dedicated day tanks with filtration redundancy built into the transfer system. Fresh water capacity totals 3698 litres (976 US gallons), with a watermaker option easily supported by the vessel’s hotel load.
Stabilisation is handled by a high-efficiency system that mitigates roll both underway and at anchor, contributing to excellent motion comfort. The hull form features a deep forefoot and hard chine aft, optimised for directional stability and reduced slamming in head seas.
Noise and vibration levels remain impressively low thanks to a combination of sound-deadening materials, resilient engine mounts, and proper bulkhead insulation. Measured underway, sound levels in the master stateroom and pilothouse remain under 56 dB(A), with vibration values consistently below 1 mm/s r.m.s. This acoustic discipline is crucial for maintaining comfort during long offshore legs, especially at night or while resting between shifts.
Interior Layout and Liveaboard Practicality
Inside, Lemanja blends rugged build quality with considered interior detailing. The layout features three spacious cabins accommodating up to six guests, including a full-beam master suite situated amidships. There is a separate crew cabin for one, ensuring operational efficiency without sacrificing guest privacy.
The main saloon includes a forward dining area and a lounge space aft, with sightlines that connect directly to the galley and pilothouse. High-grade joinery, oversized windows, and intelligent lighting give the interior a sense of understated elegance without pretence. The sky lounge above offers a secondary social area with excellent visibility.
Helm Station and Technical Spaces
The pilothouse is classic Bering: robust, logically arranged, and built for extended watches. Sightlines forward are excellent, and access to the flybridge and side decks is immediate. Below, the engine room is cleanly laid out, with ample access to all major systems and enough headroom to carry out serious maintenance offshore if needed.
Closing Reflections
Lemanja is not a stylistic experiment or a fairweather cruiser. She is a steel trawler yacht built by an impressive yard that understands range, redundancy, and self-sufficiency. For an owner seeking to escape the usual marina circuit and explore further, this vessel represents a rare and capable platform.
There is a full yacht tour of Lemanja available now on the Yacht Buoy YouTube channel (scroll down), where I step aboard and walk you through the boat in detail. The video also captures Lemanja underway in near 50-knot winds, powering through significant waves with composure, an impressive demonstration of her sea-keeping abilities.
If you are interested in finding out more about this vessel, or any other explorer yacht, please feel free to contact me (john@yacht-buoy.com). To find out more about Lemanja, just reply to this email or send a message to the address above.
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