Sales Announcement – Project Mako Shark by Rıza Tansu
Deniz Kaymaz of Northrop & Johnson is delighted to present the exclusive sales listing of Project MAKO SHARK , within the territories of the European Economic Area, a bold 26.5-meter steel-hulled explorer yacht designed by renowned Turkish naval designer Rıza Tansu and constructed by the boutique builder Tufan and Yachting Co..
She is asking €6.825.0000 with 24 months delivery timeline.
PROJECT MAKO SHARK – 26.5m Compact Explorer with Transoceanic Capability
Combining military-grade aesthetics with superyacht luxury, Project MAKO SHARK is a true "pocket explorer" — purpose-built for long-range cruising in style, safety, and comfort. She carries the unmistakable DNA of Riza Tansu’s award-winning designs: minimalist, masculine lines, robust construction, and intelligent use of space.
Built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, Mako Shark is engineered for serious bluewater navigation. She is the result of an exclusive collaboration between Rıza Tansu and Tufan & Brothers Co., marking a significant milestone in boutique Turkish yacht building.
- Engines: 2 x Cummins X15 630HP @2100 , heavy duty
- Cruising Speed: 10 knots | Top Speed: 13.0 knots
- Range: Approx. 3,500 nautical miles at 9 knots
Layout Highlights
A New Generation of Explorer Yachting
Project Mako Shark is not just a yacht – it’s a mission-ready vessel for adventurous owners, offering the volume, range, and utility of a much larger yacht, all while staying under 30 meters. Perfectly suited for the modern explorer who values autonomy, self-sufficiency, and standout design.
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For full specifications, pricing, and delivery timeline, please contact:
Deniz Kaymaz Sales Broker – Northrop & Johnson
Project Mako Shark – Walk-through Overview
Project Mako Shark is a 26.5-meter explorer yacht designed by Rıza Tansu and built by Tufan and Yachting Co. With a naval-inspired exterior and minimalist luxury interior, it merges long-range capability with refined living. Here is a detailed walk-through of the yacht, deck by deck and zone by zone.
Styling
Inspired by naval vessels and the agility of mako sharks, the yacht features a high bow, sharp, purposeful lines, and a subdued gray–navy color scheme and signature circular portholes, a sheltered foredeck, and a “warship‑style” silhouette echo Rıza Tansu’s Tiger Shark Class aesthetic.
Combining striking aesthetics with robust engineering, Project Mako Shark is constructed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, allowing her to excel in the most demanding conditions. With exterior and interior styling by Rıza Tansu, Project Mako Shark has been meticulously modelled, rendered and engineered by Tufan and Brothers, who are responsible for her naval architecture.
Project Mako Shark’s design prioritizes spacious social areas, seamlessly integrating them to encourage interaction, while maintaining flexibility for privacy. Each area has been carefully crafted to maximize natural light and enhance the connection to the surrounding seascape.
The Project Mako Shark is a striking 26.5 m (87 ft) with 200GRT, explorer yacht conceived by Rıza Tansu in collaboration with Boutique Turkish shipyard Tufan and Yachting Co.. It stands at the intersection of military-inspired performance and refined luxury.
Exterior AreasMain Aft Deck
You board via the wide swim platform, which also serves as a tender boarding area optional with hi-lo swimming platform or 6 step transformer that can be used as gangway as well. The main aft deck offers a shaded al-fresco dining space for 8 guests, with deep lounge benches, teak decking, and a seamless transition into the main salon through sliding glass doors. Optional 3rd control station can be fitted on the port side or STBD side.
Foredeck
The foredeck is designed for utility, with high bulwarks and gunwales for safety, and optional sunpads. Depending on the layout, it can be used for anchor equipment or tender storage. It houses DATA Hydraulic horizontal windlass.
Foredeck provides U shaped seating with a coffee table that can be installed on hi-lo platform ,once on high positon that can be converted into sunbed protected by the sun shading.
Upper Deck / Sundeck
This space includes lounge seating, sunbeds, and an open-air helm station. In the crewed version, it includes a captain’s cabin and nav station; in the owner-operated version, it becomes an upper salon or sky lounge with optional bar or BBQ facilities or galley set up. The area has an access from the main deck behind the pantry or galley ( option to be chosen) via interior stairs.
Upper deck aft houses the telescopic crane that can hold up to 1000kg and the tender to be positioned there for longer and rough conditions to be protected from high swells. Area can also be setup for al-fresco dining under the protection of sun shading.
Sun deck houses the military style mast from the pens of Riza Tansu. Secondary exterior helm station is positioned for owner operated version. U shaped seating is positioned facing aft. High protection hand rails provides protection.
Swim Platform
The stern platform provides direct access to the sea, ideal for swimming, scuba diving, or optional tender boarding up to 5.50mt It is finished in anti-slip teak with integrated lighting with manual swimming ladders.
Through the platform, there is an access to either optional lazarette or directly to the engine room where Mako Shark houses the Cummins X15 -630HP heavy duty engines.
Interior AreasMain Salon
A bright and open space with cool greys, brushed oak flooring, and matte black accents. It includes an L-shaped sofa, media center, and large panoramic windows. All furnitures can be loose or to the selection of the new owner.
Day head is also positioned
Dining Area and Galley
The dining area seats 8 and is seamlessly integrated with the salon. The galley is compact and efficient with Siemens appliances and designed for both crew or owner use.
Master Suite
Located forward on the main deck, the master suite is full-beam with a king-sized bed, office space, optional walk-in wardrobe or with massive storage areas, and en-suite bathroom featuring double vanities and a large rain shower in the bow.
All portlights in the master suite. are openable thus create a natural ventilation for the master suite.
Guest Cabins – Lower Deck
The lower deck houses four guest cabins: two VIP doubles, one twin cabin, and one convertible double/twin. Each cabin includes an en-suite bathroom and natural light and air through large portholes openable. Parquetry floor comes as a standard on Mako Shark.
Crew Area
Forward on the lower deck, the crew area includes two bunked cabins, a shared head or separated head a crew mess, and direct access to the galley and technical spaces through port side stairs. Full privacy is guaranteed on board of Mako Shark between guests and the crew.
Upper Deck Configuration Options
The yacht offers two configurations: a crewed layout with a captain’s cabin and helm on the upper deck, or an owner-operated layout that replaces these with a sky lounge or lounge room.
Final Thoughts
Project Mako Shark delivers a unique balance of naval toughness and luxurious cruising. Every inch is designed with purpose—from her panoramic salon to the open sundeck—and she stands as a compact explorer yacht capable of transoceanic journeys without compromising on elegance.
Bullet Points
Details
HerstellerCustom Craft
Modell2027
Jahr (Bau / Refit)2027
Länge26.5m
Kapazität max10
Gesamtleistung1260 hp
Breite7.6m
Spezifikationen
Abmessungen
Länge26.5m
Max. Tiefgang1.8m
Breite7.6m
Rumpf
MaterialSteel
Gewicht
Verdrängung145.0 t
Trockengewicht110.0 t
Unterbringung
Gastkabinen5
Badezimmer6
Max. Passagiere10
Ausstattung
AIS
Autopilot
Compass
Depth Instrument
GPS
On Board Computer
Plotter
Radar
Radar Detector
Repeater
Speed Instrument
VHF
Wind Instrument
Windlass
Radio
TV
WiFi
Antrieb
Motor 1
MotorherstellerCummins
MotormodellX15
MotortypInboard
AntriebstypInboard V-Drive
KraftstofftypDiesel
Leistung630 hp
Jahr2026
Motor 2
MotorherstellerCummins
MotormodellX15
MotortypInboard
KraftstofftypDiesel
Leistung630 hp
Jahr2026
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