Solaris Power 52 Open Video Review: Fold-Out Terraces and a Jet Tender
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough7 min read
The Solaris Power 52 Open is a 53 ft Italian walkaround, with a deep V hull by Brunello Acampora of Victory Design. We walked a brand new one in a champagne colour in South Florida. She has fold-out terraces on both sides of the cockpit, a jet tender garage under the aft sunbed, an outdoor galley with a teppanyaki plate, a VIP cabin forward and a full-beam owner's cabin aft.
Italian details on a walkaround dayboat
Solaris Power has been building boats since 1974, and the 52 Open shows the yard's attention to detail. The sunbed backrests adjust with no hardware in sight, the stern cleats sit at knee height so lines clear the sunbed, and rollers on the bow stop lines chafing. The side terraces fold out to widen the cockpit, and below deck a sliding wall closes off the VIP cabin.
What stood out on board
- Side terraces that fold outBoth sides of the cockpit fold down over the water, with room for a yoga mat or a chair.
- A jet tender under the sunbedThe aft sunbed hides a garage for a Williams 285 or an Agilis jet tender.
- A teppanyaki galleyA teppanyaki plate, a cooktop, an ice maker and two pull-out fridges that hold bottles upright.
- A sliding wall belowOne of the largest doors we have seen under 100 ft, closing off the VIP cabin.
- Three 16 in Garmin screensWith a variable-speed bow thruster, a joystick and a wireless charger.
- A Frame TV that matches the boatIn the owner's cabin, with magnetic frame edges coloured to match the interior.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 53 ft 2 in (16.2 m) | A big cockpit on a walkaround hull |
| Beam | 16 ft 3 in (4.95 m) | Wider still with the terraces down |
| Draft | 3 ft 11 in (1.19 m) | Shallow enough for the Bahamas |
| Dry weight | 17.7 t (39,022 lb) | A solid, infused hull |
| Fuel | 528 gal (2,000 L) | Long days without a fuel stop |
| Power (as filmed) | 2x Volvo Penta D8-IPS800, 1,200 hp | IPS650 is also offered |
| Listed speeds | 35 kn top, 27 kn cruise (listing figures) | We did not sea trial this boat |
| Layout | VIP cabin forward, full-beam owner's cabin aft | Both with their own bathroom |
| Helm | Three 16 in Garmin screens, joystick | Fold-down steps help shorter drivers see out |
| Outdoor galley | Teppanyaki plate, cooktop, ice maker, two fridges | Cook for a crowd on deck |
| Toys | Jet tender garage under the aft sunbed | The swim platform stays clear |
| Design | Victory Design hull, Roseo Design interior | Deep V entry for a softer ride |
Swim platform and aft deck
The hydraulic swim platform lowers into the water, and a large sunbed sits in the centre of the stern. Its backrest adjusts, so you can look back at the water rather than up at the sky.
- Tender garage.Fits a Williams 285 or an Agilis jet tender.
- Cleats.Large, collapsible and set low at the stern.
- Shore power.A 150 amp socket behind a door.
- Shade.An electric Bimini on telescopic arms.
- Terraces.Fold out on both sides to widen the deck.
- Gates.Small gates keep kids from the stern.
Cockpit dining and galley
A deep forward-facing bench backs onto a C-shaped dining area, and the table folds down to coffee table size. The hardtop runs almost the full width, with LED track lights and speakers.
- Fridge drawers.Under the seating, one on each side.
- Cooking.A teppanyaki plate and a cooktop.
- Fridges.Two pull-outs that keep bottles upright.
- Ice maker.Under the sink.
- Storage.Every space under the helm is used.
Helm
The helm sits one step up, with a tall windshield and two large wipers. The seats are upholstered with diamond stitching and pull out to adjust.
- Screens.Three 16 in Garmin displays.
- Docking.A joystick and a variable-speed Side-Power bow thruster.
- Comfort.AC vents, USB-A and USB-C sockets and a wireless charger.
- Steps.Fold down for the driver and the passengers.
- Wheel.Adjustable to suit the driver.
Side decks and bow
The side windows curve with the hull, and there is no step up to the bow. The gunwales come above the knee, so it feels safe to walk forward.
- Sunbed.With a grab rail and a backrest that adjusts with no visible hardware.
- Seating.Forward-facing, with pop-up lights below.
- Lighting.Pin lights along the side decks.
- Bow locker.Holds the anchor and large fenders.
- Rollers.Stop the lines chafing on the metal.
VIP cabin
The stairs lead down under a skylight, with plenty of headroom. A huge sliding wall closes off the forward cabin, which could be the owner's or the VIP.
- Bed.Close to a queen.
- Wardrobes.One has a panel that comes out for long dresses.
- Bathroom.A sink with storage and hidden toilet paper.
- Shower.Separate, with a rain shower and a bench.
Owner's cabin
The owner's cabin takes the full beam aft. Headroom drops a little over the bed, but there is a plush sofa, large side windows and a porthole.
- TV.A Samsung Frame TV with colour-matched magnetic edges.
- Storage.Several wardrobes, drawers and a drawer under the bed.
- Mirrors.One floor to ceiling, one by the door.
- Privacy.Shades on the windows.
- Bathroom.A rain shower with a bench and a window that opens.
The 52 Open packs a lot into 53 ft. The fold-out terraces and the jet tender garage make the stern feel like a much bigger boat, and the outdoor galley can feed a crowd. Small details show the Italian care, from the hidden sunbed hardware to the knee-height cleats. Below, both cabins have their own bathroom with a separate shower, and the storage is generous. We did not sea trial her, so we cannot speak to the ride yet.
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