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The Kraken Awakes

Source: Kraken 50

Grand Large 520

F101

Kraken Yachts is not well known in the United States—yet. The British-based company has three yachts in its portfolio, the latest of which, the Kraken 50, is a center-cockpit bluewater cruiser aimed squarely at the niche dominated by the likes of Hallberg-Rassy.

Built in China and designed by New Zealander Kevin

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