It offers excellent comfort and space without sacrificing aesthetics and elegance. The latest boat from patrone moreno combines tradition and modernity
Tradition and modernity. These are two concepts that many have tried to combine but have not always succeeded. And so, why do designers and yards try to? They could choose one of the two and not complicate things. But tradition is synonymous with elegance. This isn’t the cliché it might at first appear. Boats from the past were unquestionably beautiful. Often more attractive than modern ones. Usually, looks are sacrificed on the altar of modernity, which means functionality, comfort, and space on board. In this case, we see tradition represented by the Patrone Moreno yard and modernity by Tommaso Spadolini.
Sea trial of the Patrone 45 in Varazze. Thanks two Yanmar engines, 440 Hp each, we exceeded 32 knots. At the top speed, fuel consumption is 183 l/h.
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And the Patrone 45’ Open is the result. The yard, which has always made traditional Ligurian gozzo skiffs, promises hand-built boats with incredible attention to detail. Patrone has produced many of them: what is better than a gozzo hull for taking to the water? They are the seafaring craft par excellence, and this particular boat is rooted in other models made in the yard. So what about modernity, then? People nowadays want a lot of room on board, whether above or below deck, with socialising a vital consideration.
The interior volume is surprising: the headroom is always over two metres, and the cabins, even in the owner’s and two guests’ versions, are cosy and comfortable. The layout has a wide choice: three for the cockpit and six for the interior.
The Patrone 45’ is a cruising yacht that is 14 metres long overall, with a 4.40-metre beam. The deck is laid out symmetrically, with the furniture in the middle and walkways to the side. The cockpit is well protected, and the U-shaped sofa with the table is in the middle and well away from the sides. There is no risk of getting wet while underway, not least because the sides are high. What’s more, this layout means you can get around quickly, not just to move onto the foredeck or around the helm station, but also around the seats in the cockpit. This is not the only possibility: the yard allows for many different options for customisation, including three for the cockpit. One has an outside sofa and dinette, and the other has two sun pads alongside the gunwales. The galley is located under the hardtop and is split in two to allow access to the helm station and the companionway. The galley unit is straight, with the sink and fridge on one side and the induction hobs and a second fridge on the other. The cooking facilities are appropriate for a 14-metre boat, but without taking up too much room or causing problems getting around on deck.
You get to the engine room through a comfortable entrance under the U-shaped sofa with a hydraulic lift mechanism. So it is easy to access and easy to maintain. Simple and elegant lines are also a feature of the foredeck, where the feeling of safety is enhanced by the guard rail, which starts from the cockpit and goes right to the end of the bow. A sun pad covers the deckhouse, but there is a good amount of space around it, adding a touch of elegance. In the past, boats were not loaded with furniture, which is the feeling I got on board the Patrone 45’. It has what it needs, and everything’s there without going over the top. Real yachting people know you must get around a boat and don’t spend your whole time sitting or lying down. And the Patrone 45’ is easy to get around, both fore and aft. Below decks, you can choose between six layouts with two or three cabins and some variations. All the designs have the master room set forward, with its bathroom and a separate shower cubicle. In the version I tried, there were two double rooms midships, one on each side, and a passageway in the middle leading forward to the owner’s quarters.
The deck is made of ecological teak, and the interior is of environmentally friendly water-varnished teak.
The deck layout is generous and does not compromise the elegance of the shapes. The stern and bow provide easy access to the cockpit and deckhouse.
It is beautiful to look at
and lovely to sail. Patrone Moreno and Tommaso Spadolini have created a traditional yet modern boat.
Engine room
Inboard for tradition and V-drive to save space in the engine room. Power ranges from 2×320 to 2×550 hp. The ones in the test were two 440 hp.
CANTIERE NAVALE PATRONE MORENO
Reg. Torre Pernice (Polo 90)
I-17035 Cisano sul Neva (SV)
T. +39 0182 990001
www.patroneboat.com
PROJECT
Tommaso Spadolini
HULL
LOA 14.00m • Length 12.40m • Maximum beam 4.40m • Draft 1.15m • Displacement 14,000 kg • Fuel tank volume 1,400 l • Water tank volume 440 l
MAIN PROPULSION
Two inboard engines of 324 kW (440 hp) • 6 cylinders • Swept volume 5.8 l • Bore&Stroke 106mm x 110mm • Maximal rotational speed 3300/min • Dry weight 585 kg • V-Drive transmission
EC CERTIFICATION
CAT B
PRICE*
Starting from 700,000 € Excl. VAT
*The price refers to February 2025
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(Patrone 45 – A classic with liveliness, videotest by Barchemagazine – Barchemagazine.com – Nov 2024-Feb 2025)
