Thunderbird Underway
Photo By Dave Marion




The Thunderbird underway at 50 knots. Powered by twin Allison 12 cylinder aircraft engines developing a combined 2000 horsepower, the yacht is capable of speeds in excess of 60 knots at 3/4 throttle.

Note some of the 16 chromed bronze cowl ventilators required to provide adequate oxygen to the engine compartment.