Overview
KATANA X yacht charter in Mediterranean
KATANA X is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Baglietto130m10 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use KATANA X
KATANA X is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
KATANA X should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Monaco. The decision should weigh 130'5 / 39.75m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2020 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 10 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth
- Compare by
- ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
- Watch-out
- the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change
Best charter fit
Use KATANA X when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 130'5 / 39.75m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Route planning
For Riviera Yachts Charter, the route should start with Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands. That keeps the charter practical around marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth.
Before confirming dates
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to September, with Monaco, Cannes, and St Tropez dates requiring early berth and route planning. The broker note should be honest about limits: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a larger group day where deck flow matters.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why KATANA X is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Baglietto
- Length
- 130'5 / 39.75m
- Built
- 2020
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 8
- Price context
- €210,000 p/week + expenses Approx $247,000
- Cruising speed
- 12.5 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 27'3 / 8.3m
- Draft
- 6'7 / 2m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
KATANA X is positioned around €210,000 p/week + expenses Approx $247,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Baglietto build, 130m class
Guest experience
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Operating reality
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Who KATANA X suits
Strong
Families and private groups
KATANA X gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
Active charter guests
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
Event or hosting briefs
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
Design-sensitive clients
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
KATANA X by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 130m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
Toys and activity
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
Wellness and amenities
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
KATANA X vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. KATANA X should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
About KATANA X
Toys
Onboard Katana X has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are two Tiwal Inflatable sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Extreme sports fans will appreciate the included Kite Surfers. If that isn't enough Katana X also features a seabob and paddleboards. Katana X features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 16m/52'6" Wajer Chase Tender to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Katana X is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Katana X Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. This luxury motor yacht for charter is in prime condition to host your next holiday of a lifetime.
Overview
The 39.75m/130'5" 'Katana X' motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Baglietto is available for charter for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins. This multi-award winning yacht features interior styling by Italian designer Achille Salvagni. Boasting an array of sumptuous living areas laid out invitingly to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard, motor yacht Katana X is the perfect luxury charter yacht for friends and family. Her features include underwater lights, beach club and gym.
Performance Range
Katana X is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 17 knots with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles from her 45,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.
Guest Accommodation
Built in 2020, Katana X offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, one double cabin and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 8 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained including a beach club for you to relax on the edge of the water. A gym with all the latest equipment is available for a good work out or elsewhere, soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi. Katana X benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including the underwater lights, adding spectacle and style after dark. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to or elsewhere, you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Full-beam master cabin for superior comfort
- Impressive 3
- 500nm range
- Multi-award winning
- Interior design from Achille Salvagni
- Intimate beach club
Amenities
- Outdoor Bar
- Tender Garage
- Crane
- Stabilizers Underway
- Bow Thruster
- Underwater Lights
- Sun Deck
- Outdoor Shower
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming platform
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
Water toys
- Jet-Ski
- 2 x Seabobs
- 2 x E-foils Foilboard
- Paddleboards
- 2 x Tiwal Inflatable Sail Boats
- Kite Surfer More Kite and wing surfing equipment
Tenders
- 1 x 52'6 / 16m Wajer 55 Chase Tender
- 1 x 11'2 / 3.4m Zodiac RIB
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€250,000 p/week + expenses Approx $294,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
€250,000 p/week + expenses Approx $294,000
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Cruising
Regions
French Riviera · Monaco · Cannes · St Tropez · Cote d'Azur
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether KATANA X's 10 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether KATANA X's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Cannes, Antibes, and the Lerins Islands.
- Ask why KATANA X beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: separate event access from swim-route planning before confirming a berth.
- When requesting KATANA X, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request KATANA X charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether KATANA X fits the route.
FAQ
KATANA X charter questions
Is KATANA X a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around marina choice, tender windows, and the tradeoff between Monaco polish and St Tropez beach-club timing. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider KATANA X?
KATANA X is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting KATANA X?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Monaco, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether KATANA X fits the plan.