The new BRABUS Shadow 45 Range: Masterpiece Luxury Meets Next-Level Performance at 45 Feet

Cannes, 09.09.2025 — The BRABUS Shadow 45 range represents the new pinnacle of performance and luxury on the water. For the first time, BRABUS Marine offers customers the choice between two distinct character profiles built on the same 45-foot platform: the confidently refined BRABUS Shadow 1200 and the all-new BRABUS Shadow 1500. 

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The Shadow 1200 embodies the spirit of a true Gran Turismo of the seas — designed for those who value effortless long-distance cruising and unmistakable BRABUS styling. Meanwhile, the Shadow 1500 is a bold, confident performance Masterpiece, the right choice for customers who seek the thrill of pure, race-inspired power fused with the highest level of bespoke craftsmanship and onboard luxury. 

Together, they set the stage for a new era of the BRABUS Shadow range, offering two unique superboats inspired by the same uncompromising luxury, technical functionality and style-forward design that has become synonymous with the BRABUS name. 

THE ALL-NEW BRABUS SHADOW 1500 

At the heart of the new Shadow 1500 are three supercharged Mercury Racing V8 engines, producing a combined output of 1,103 kw / 1,500 hp. This powertrain makes the Shadow 1500 one of the most agile high-performance dayboats in its class — boasting uncompromising acceleration and handling precision that transforms every voyage into a thrilling, visceral adventure. Exclusive features, including a premium audio system and an extended navigation package, further enhance the onboard experience. Brand-typical design elements set unmistakable accents across both the signature-style exterior and the extravagant, customizable Masterpiece interior. 

In line with BRABUS engineering philosophy, the helm setup is deliberately configured without Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO) as standard, ensuring the most direct connection between driver and machine at high speeds. For clients prioritizing docking assistance and advanced positioning control, JPO is offered as an optional system upgrade. 

The prototype presented at the Cannes Yachting Festival showcases the German luxury mobility brand’s unique approach to modern design and maximum individuality with a fully monochromatic design concept in Stealth Green, featuring matching outfitting and upholstery design. Inspired in every detail by the world of bespoke BRABUS supercars, this launch truly shapes how BRABUS Marine is crafting the next chapter of ultimate luxury on the water. 

REFINING THE BRABUS SHADOW 1200  

Alongside the debut of the Shadow 1500, the Shadow 1200 enters the 2026 season with a new propulsion setup featuring three Mercury Verado 400 V10 outboard engines. Delivering a balance of performance, efficiency and refinement, this configuration enables effortless cruising at 40 knots and a top speed of up to 55 knots. 

With improved acceleration, optimized propeller geometry and a redesigned gear case, the Shadow 1200 now offers an even smoother, more efficient ride, perfectly embodying the Gran Turismo philosophy of the seas. 

EXCLUSIVE. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE. TAILORED TO YOU. 

The Shadow 45 Range is available in three distinctive models, each designed to suit different lifestyles and preferences: the versatile XC Cross Cabin, the open and airy Sun Top and the markedly sporty Cross Top. Select your model, choose your unique signature style, then match it with either the triple Mercury Verado 400 V10 outboard engine setup for the Shadow 1200 or triple supercharged 500hp Mercury Racing V8 engines for the Shadow 1500. The result is a fully customized performance boat, tailored precisely to the style and ambitions of its owner. 

THE NEXT CHAPTER IN LUXURY PERFORMANCE BOATING 

With the refinement of the Shadow 1200 and the worldwide debut of the Shadow 1500—the most powerful and individually customizable BRABUS Shadow to date—BRABUS Marine once again sets a new benchmark in the world of performance luxury on the water. Engineered for extremes, designed for individuality and unmistakably BRABUS Marine, the new and improved Shadow 45 range represents the future of high-performance boating. 

The BRABUS Shadow 1500 will be unveiled with a showcase of the BRABUS Shadow 1500 Cross Top Stealth Green Signature Edition during an exclusive press event on the opening day of The Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, 9-14 September 2025.

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About BRABUS Marine 
BRABUS Marine is the cutting-edge alliance between two of the most renowned companies in their respective genres. Bringing together the award-winning Finnish boat builder Axopar Boats and BRABUS, a world-renowned luxury mobility brand out of the heart of Germany’s Ruhr-Region, to redefine luxury day boating through ultra-exclusive and exciting powerboats. BRABUS Marine specializes in luxury products for global markets and is driven to become one of the world’s most iconic boat brands. 
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