Bellini ASTOR 38 OTB: World Premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
Bellini is heading to the French Riviera with news that changes the shape of the Astor range for good. The ASTOR 38 OTB — Bellini’s first-ever outboard-powered model — makes its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival, 8–13 September 2026, standing alongside sister debuts the Astor 38 PISTA and the new flagship Astor 68.
Unmatched Sophistication
Immerse yourself in the unparalleled elegance and innovative design of the Bellini ASTOR 38, crafted for those who demand the very best.
Cutting-Edge Performance
Experience the thrill of superior performance and advanced technology. Outboard power ensures a smooth and exhilarating journey at sea.
Introducing the Bellini ASTOR 38 OTB
A New Era of Luxury Yachting Making its Cannes Debut. High performance, extended autonomy and greater usable space on board
The OTB takes everything that made the Astor 38 a hit and rebuilds it around twin outboard power. The result is a faster, longer-legged, easier-to-run boat — and one that opens up cruising grounds a deep-draft inboard simply can’t reach.
Fans of outboard power will be pleased to know that there are two engine options. Partnering with Mercury, Bellini offer both the 425hp V10 Verado package as well as the revolutionary 600hp V12. Mercury Marine has spent decades pushing outboard technology further than anyone else, from the record-breaking Verado range to the 600hp V12 — the most powerful production outboard on the water. That engineering pedigree is exactly why Bellini chose Mercury to power the ASTOR 38 OTB.
The striking lines of the Bellini Yacht ASTOR 38 OTB
Key Features of the Bellini ASTOR 38 OTB
More Performance
Standard power comes from 2x Mercury Verado V10 425hp outboards — 850hp on the transom before you’ve even looked at the options list. For owners who want more, Bellini offers 2x V12 600hp outboards, pushing total output to 1,200hp.
Long Range
Losing the inboard engines frees up hull space that used to be lost to engine bays — and Bellini has put it straight into fuel. The standard tank grows to 1,000 litres, up from 680 litres on the inboard version.
A Smarter Cabin Layout
Below decks, the ASTOR 38 OTB gains a more generous second cabin, with twin single berths running fore-to-aft rather than the tighter arrangements typical of boats this size. It’s a small change that makes a real difference to guests staying aboard.
Easy Maintenance
Outboards mean a simpler service programme than a traditional inboard or sterndrive setup — less time in the yard, quicker turnarounds, lower running costs. For charter operators putting serious hours on a boat every season, that’s the difference between a boat that earns its keep and one that spends half the summer waiting on parts.
Built for High Salinity
Outboards tilt clear of the water when not in use, keeping components out of constant contact with salt — a real advantage for owners based in high-salinity cruising grounds, and a straightforward way to extend the working life of the engines.
More Room For Toys
New storage compartments beneath the aft sunbed give owners a proper place to stow the gear that makes a day on the water worthwhile — paddleboards, Seabobs and other toys, secured out of sight rather than lashed to the deck.
Discover the Bellini ASTOR 38 OTB
Contact us today to learn more about the Bellini ASTOR 38 OTB or to schedule a private viewing at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. Experience the pinnacle of luxury yachting with our exclusive UK dealership.