Helios Omega 7.2 solar-electric day cruiser underway

Overview

Modular batteries and connected solar-assisted cruising

The 7.2-metre Helios Omega solar-electric day cruiser carries eight, offers 18–72 kWh batteries and reaches 17 knots with a 50 kW motor.

Year

2026

Boat Type

Solar-Electric Day Cruiser

Propulsion

Electric Inboard

Location

Bulgaria

About the Helios Omega 7.2

The Helios Omega 7.2 is a Bulgarian-built solar-electric day cruiser designed around modular lithium-iron-phosphate batteries and connected controls. The 7.2 by 2.4-metre hull carries eight people under CE Category C and uses a 1.55 kWp solar roof. Helios lists battery choices of 18, 36, 54 and 72 kWh, with a 50 kW motor and 17-knot maximum on the higher-output configuration. The six-knot cruise figure is the more relevant point for long range: with 36 kWh and some solar contribution, Helios quotes up to 54 NM. The Helios Marine Link display and phone interface show battery state, solar production, energy use and onboard systems, while remote support can address some software and control issues. Buyers should distinguish range-calculator scenarios from guaranteed real-world endurance.

Best For

Solar-assisted lake and coastal day cruising
Owners wanting connected energy monitoring and modular batteries

Performance in Context

Helios publishes 17 knots maximum and six knots cruise. Its FAQ gives up to 54 NM at six knots with 36 kWh plus solar under stated assumptions. Broader figures of 239–585 km on the page appear to be calculator scenarios and should not be used without the exact speed, battery, route and solar inputs.

Battery and Charging

Every Omega has a Type 2 inlet with onboard AC charging up to 3 kW single-phase or 9 kW three-phase. Helios lists roughly 12 or four hours for 35.8 kWh, and 18 or six hours for 53.8 kWh. The 1.55 kWp roof supplements rather than replaces shore charging.

Availability and Pricing

Helios accepts enquiries and sea-trial requests, with a stated standard production time around two months before destination delivery. Public pricing is not shown. Request a quote specifying motor, battery modules, 3 or 9 kW charger, trailer, customization, tax, transport and commissioning.