BABAS

BABAS is a 56-metre custom steel motor yacht built by Hargrave in 2020, registered in Jamaica, with exterior and interior design by Unique Yacht Design. Hargrave Custom Yachts, the Florida-based builder, is known for producing robust full-displacement steel motor yachts aimed at long-range blue-water cruising — and BABAS at 887 gross tonnes exemplifies that philosophy. Her twin Caterpillar engines deliver a cruise speed of 12 knots and a range of 5,000 nautical miles, making her a genuinely transocean-capable vessel.

She accommodates 12 guests across six cabins with a crew of 11, a ratio that enables attentive service across a full guest complement. BABAS operates across an exceptionally wide declared region: the Mediterranean from the Amalfi Coast and French Riviera through Croatia and Montenegro, and the Caribbean including Antigua, Saint Martin, St Barts, the Bahamas, Costa Rica, and Central America. She is well suited to guests who prioritise long-range itinerary flexibility, serious ocean-crossing capability, and the comfort of a large displacement platform in open water. She is not ideal for guests seeking high transit speeds, shallow-draft anchorages, or a compact vessel character.

What sets BABAS apart within her class is the combination of a recent build date, a Jamaican flag registration, and the operational range she declares. Hargrave's construction approach favours structural integrity and systems reliability over aesthetic novelty, which positions BABAS as a working long-range yacht charter platform rather than a showcase vessel.

Onboard, the amenities are extensive. A beach club, deck jacuzzi, elevator, sun deck, sunpads, underwater lights, and at-anchor stabilisers define the fixed infrastructure. The water sports inventory includes two Kawasaki jet skis, a Seabob, two foilboards, two inflatable kayaks, three paddleboards, a kneeboard, wakeboards, a water-ski, towable toys, beach games, and snorkelling equipment. This breadth of equipment supports an active charter across diverse destinations and sea conditions.

The provisional rating is based on available public data, reflecting acceptable standards across safety documentation, maintenance records, and operational protocols. As an independent authority, RightYacht provides owners and charterers with transparent, third-party evaluation — helping inform decisions beyond marketing materials alone.