The Italia Yachts 11.98 is a fast and elegant cruising yacht, offering an excellent balance between sailing performance, onboard comfort, and refined design. Designed for enthusiasts of fast cruising with family or friends, this yacht appeals equally to lovers of comfortable cruising and performance sailing enthusiasts. It is perfectly suited for demanding sailors wishing to successfully participate in occasional club regattas or major IRC and ORC events in the Mediterranean.With its modern lines, high-end construction, and remarkable seaworthiness, the Italia Yachts 11.98 delivers exceptional helm sensations while maintaining a warm, bright, and particularly well-finished interior. Fast, well-balanced, and safe,The Italia Yachts 11.98 has also demonstrated its full racing potential by winning the ORC World Championship several times, confirming its outstanding sailing qualities and efficiency under sail.An ideal yacht for fast cruising, enjoying sailing sensations without compromising comfort, and making the most of the Mediterranean lifestyle.French flag, VAT paid, available immediately in Antibes – Port Vauban – Berth C5 Accommodations:The layout includes three cabinsOne forward double cabin with oversize hatchTwo symmetrical double-aft cabins with two portlights eachOne toilet to starboard with electric toiletOne shower compartment to portSaloon table in the center of the boat with bench seats on the starboard and port sidesWater tank 200LBlack water tankPressurized cold and hot waterGalley L shape on port with fridgeCharts table on starboard – instruments and second fridgeBellissima interior with leather covered cabinets in saloon and three cabinsIndirect LED lighting2 Oversize flush hatch openings – 180 degrees220 V plugs 12 V and USB plugs in saloon and all cabins, Galley:Single sinkGimballed three burner hobs with ovenTwo fridges 12v Sails and rigging:2023 Composite full batten main sail 50m22023 Composite furling genoa J2 43m22023 Composite furling genoa J3 41m22025 Composite genoa J1 43m22024 Composite furling Code Zero 90m22023 Composite full batten main sail 50m22025 Gennaker A4 120m22023 Gennaker 140m22025 Gennaker 140m2 Harken genoa furler with drum under the deck / racing forestay with twin groove foilsTwo Harken ST 50 winches in cockpit for genoa sheetsTwo Harken ST 46 winches in cockpit for spinnaker sheetsTwo Harken ST 46 roof winchesRod kickerIRC Carbon bow sprit 1300 mmGerman sheet mainsheet systemTransverse jib tracksGennaker racing equipmentLazy bag and lazy jacks Electronics: B&G Navigation unit with repeatersB&G GPS charts plotterB&G autopilotB&G VHFB&G AIS receiver and emitterThree B&G Jumbo mast repeaters Electrical:Service batteries AGM 2X70 AEngine battery AGM 1X70A Batteries chargerAlternatorWater heater incl hot water system Deck:Double helm station with Carbon wheelsQuick electric windlassMain anchor with 50 m chainCockpit showerBathing platform with foldable bathing ladderRemovable cockpit benchesRemovable teak cockpit tableSolid teak on cockpit and seatsRemovable sprayhoodCockpit cushionsSun cover to be attached to lazy bag by zipWinter canvas cover from mast to back Additional:Complete safety equipment for eight people Lafe raft for eight peopleHullFlush seacocks Fore sparTwo folding blades racing propellerRacing antifouling