2024 Sail Buyer's Guide

From 40 to 45 feet
Whether they’re designed for comfortable cruising or for racing, these 12- to 14-meter units have two major advantages: they remain accessible in terms of handling and technical management, while being big enough to claim a certain level of comfort offshore. This category is therefore somewhat of a gateway to blue water cruising. The oceans and all the seas of the world await you!
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Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Publié le 07/12/2023
Par Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Numéro : 193
Parution : Jan. / Feb. 2024
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Multihulls World #193

BALI CATSPACE

Optimized for full-comfort cruising

 
 
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Although the Catspace was the smallest of the Balis until the launch of the Catsmart, it is far from being the least ambitious: offers four cabins and ten berths in a length of just 40 feet. As a bonus, a gigantic flybridge, unusual in this size. On the lower deck, the areas are designed to be used to the maximum thanks to the integrated deck. However, careful construction allows the displacement to be kept to 9.4 t lightship. To fully enjoy cruising, Bali equips the Catspace with impressive tankage. And refrigerated volume is not to be outdone, at 9.35 cu ft (265 l). This model, launched almost three years ago, is available in a three or four-cabin version. An excellent platform for family cruising, as we were able to experience for ourselves during a 400-mile test last summer.
Builder: Bali Catamarans
Architect: Lasta Design Studio
Interior architecture: Lasta Design Studio
Overall length: 40’5” (12.33 m)
Beam: 21’6” (6.55 m)
Draft: 3’11” (1.19 m)
Light displacement: 20,725 lbs (9.4 t)
Mainsail: 527/560 sq ft (49/52 m²)
Self-tacking solent: 323 sq ft (30 m²)
Engines: 2 x 20 to 40 HP
Fuel: 106 US gal (400 l)
Water: 200 US gal (760 l)
Price: from € 397,000 ex-tax
www.bali-catamarans.com 

DRAGONFLY 40

Three hulls, two steering wheels

 
 
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Since its first presentation at Boot Düsseldorf in 2020, this folding trimaran has become the flagship of the Dragonfly fleet - the last model in this size was the 12 M, whose production stopped several years ago. The program assumed by Jens Quorning, its architect-builder, is offshore cruising - with the emphasis on ease of handling, high average speeds and optimized size for berthing or storage ashore anywhere in the world thanks to a width contained to 13 feet (4 m) when the trimaran is folded. Note that there are two steering wheels. During our test in Denmark back in June, we appreciated the performance of the 40, but also its comfort and the extremely meticulous finish. This model can be delivered in four versions: Touring, Ultimate, C Ultimate and C Performance. The two “C” versions are in carbon, making them over a ton lighter…
Builder: Quorning Boats
Length: 40’8” (12.4 m)
Beam: 13’1”/27’7” (4/8.4 m)
Draft: 2’4”/7’3” (0.7/2.2 m)
Light displacement: 10,580 to 12,790 lbs (4.8 to 5.8 t)
Mainsail: 700/805/895 sq ft (65/75/83 m²)
Genoa: 355/410/474 sq ft (33/38/44 m²)
Gennaker: 1,185/1,505/1,615 sq ft (110/140/150 m²)
Berths: 6/8
Fuel: 40 US gal (150 l)
Water: 58 US gal (220 l)
Engine: 40/57 HP
Price: from € 660,400 ex-tax
www.dragonfly.dk 

SEAWIND 1260

Really neat folding door!

 
 
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The 1260 adopts a famous Seawind specialty: the door separating the saloon and cockpit folds away into the roof in good weather, freeing up XXL-sized living space at anchor or while you’re sailing. Within the Seawind range, the 1260 is clearly oriented towards blue water cruising and remains a classic – a bit more dated, it does not adopt the modern design seen with the 1600 and 1370. The choice between different layouts is possible: galley ‘down’, or more traditionally, in the saloon. The 1260 can be delivered in three or four double cabin versions.
Builder: Seawind Catamarans
Length: 40’10” (12.45 m)
Beam: 22’4” (6.8 m)
Draft: 3’10” (1.16 m)
Displacement: 18,100 lbs (8.2 t)
Mainsail: 710 sq ft (66 m²)
Jib: 258 sq ft (24 m²)
Gennaker: 710 sq ft (66 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Fuel: 127 US gal (480 l)
Water: 185 US gal (700 l)
Engines: 2 x 29 HP
www.seawindcats.com 

ASTREA 42

A great cruising machine

 
 
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Forever Green
This catamaran is the second in size in the sailing range from Fountaine Pajot after the Isla 40 and is a model now well-established in the cruising catamaran landscape: it has convinced charter companies and owners alike. The 42 is a beautiful cruising machine of reasonable size, is comfortable and technically accessible. Ease of use offshore, maneuverability in congested marinas, and attractive interior and exterior features: these are all assets for the Astrea 42, which adopts the latest generation Fountaine design. This model is now available in a Smart Electric version that you can check out in our video.
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 41’3” (12.58 m)
Beam: 23’7” (7.2 m)
Draft: 4’1” (1.25 m)
Light displacement: 28,000 lbs (12.7 t)
Mainsail: 753 sq ft (70 m²)
Genoa: 441 sq ft (41 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 2 x 92 US gal (2 x 350 l)
Fuel: 124 US gal (470 l)
Motors: 2 x 30/50 HP or 2 x 25 kW
Price: €from € 513,100 ex-tax 
www.fountaine-pajot.com 

LEOPARD 42

Forward door and lounge area

 
 
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This model was launched late 2020 and has been designed to accommodate 8 people without restrictions thanks to its volume and its load capacity of nearly 4 tons. There’s the same generosity in terms of tank capacity. The 42 remains faithful to the forward door between the saloon and the foredeck, but offers a lounge on the coachroof, within reach of the raised helm station and with dedicated access. All sail maneuvers are accessible to the helmsman so as to facilitate short- or single-handed sailing. Inside, the yard has retained the concept of the galley being forward in the saloon and facing forward, as with the chart table.
Builder: Robertson & Caine
Architect: Simonis & Voogd Design
Length: 41’7” (12.67 m)
Beam: 23’1” (7.04 m)
Draft: 4’7” (1.4 m)
Displacement: 30,180 lbs (13.69 t)
Mainsail: 710/755 sq ft (66.6/70.1 m²)
Genoa: 500 sq ft (46.5 m²)
Engines: 2 x 45 HP
Fuel: 158 US gal (600 l)
Water: 174 US gal (660 l)
Price: from € 529,000 ex-tax
www.leopardcatamarans.com 

LAGOON 42

The world’s best-selling cruising catamaran

 
 
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The 42 has left its mark on the history of the Lagoon shipyard, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, as this model launched in 2016 has well exceeded the 1,000 units built - a success that surpasses those of the Lagoon 380 and even the 450. In fact, the Lagoon 42 has become the world’s best-selling liveaboard cruiser, no less. This multihull with its comfortable accommodation is easy to handle, with its aft-set rig and self-tacking jib. On deck, you’ll appreciate the well-designed central helm station. The manufacturer is already planning its replacement... though that’s still a long way off!
Builder: Lagoon
Length: 42’ (12.80 m)
Beam: 25’3” (7.70 m)
Light displacement: 26,675 lbs (12.1 t)
Draft: 4’1” (1.25 m)
Mainsail: 592/635 sq ft (55/59 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 376 sq ft (35 m²)
Code 0: 732 sq ft (68 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 79 US gal (300 l)
Diesel: 79 US gal (300 l)
Engines: 2 x 57 HP
Price: from € 518,700 ex-tax
www.cata-lagoon.com 

VAAN R4

Style, aluminum, and electric drivetrain

 
 
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Forever Green
The shipbuilder based in Hellevoetsluis, southwest of Rotterdam, has remained true to the specialisms of Dutch shipbuilding - beautiful steel and aluminum boats are produced here. And Vaan opted for aluminum, but mostly recycled. The first model in the Vaan range, at 40 feet in length, is undoubtedly the smallest series-production catamaran ever built in this material. We got to test this model in the spring of 2022: the R4 seduced us with her sleek design and electric drivetrain.
Builder: Vaan
Length: 42’ (12.8 m)
Beam: 23’2” (7.06 m)
Draft: 4’3”/6’5” (1.3/1.95 m)
Displacement: 24,000 lbs (10.9 t)
Mainsail: 592 sq ft (55 m²)
Solent: 323 sq ft (30 m²)
Gennaker: 1,453 sq ft (135m²)
Engines: 2 x 10/15 kW
Price: € 695,000 ex-tax
www.vaan.yachts 

BALI 4.2

Proven front door

 
 
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Bali Catamarans clearly understood the interest of having a forward door and are now adding it to the list everything that makes up a Bali: tilt-and-turn door, flybridge, maximum deck area and large tanks - fuel, water, and refrigerators (11.5 cu ft/326l!). The 4.2, launched in February 2021, is certainly a leisure multihull, in the same spirit as the Catspace, though does carry a little more canvas. Ease of handling, shallow draft and plenty of room to laze around are perfectly suited to charter. But that’s not all: the manufacturer is planning a new optional space in the saloon, the “Club Corner” - a bar area with proper, comfortable armchairs.
Builder: Bali Catamarans
Architect: Xavier Faÿ
Interior Design: Lasta Design Studio
Overall length: 42’2” (12.85 m)
Beam: 23’3” (7.08 m)
Draft: 3’8” (1.12 m)
Displacement: 25,350 lbs (11.5 t)
Mainsail: 540 sq ft (50 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 375 sq ft (35 m²)
Gennaker: 680 sq ft (63 m²)
Fuel: 158 US gal (600 l)
Water: 227 US gal (860 l)
Engines: 2 x 30/45 HP
Price: from € 486,500 ex-tax
www.bali-catamarans.com 

NEEL 43

The cruising trimaran reinvented

 
 
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The concept of a wide catamaran-type nacelle on a three-hull platform – this is NEEL-TRIMARANS. A great idea that has allowed the La Rochelle-based shipyard to build up an incredible reputation in just over 10 years and to restore the good name of trimarans. The NEEL 43 is the smallest model of the range. More compact obviously than her big sisterships, the 43 still has a high freeboard and a very similar nacelle in terms of design. During our test in the spring of 2022, we were delighted by the fun to be had at the helm as well as the boat’s speed potential. The manufacturer is also offering a Performance version with a carbon mast and rigging. Note: some parts of the composite components are made from bio-sourced and recyclable materials.
Builder: NEEL-TRIMARANS
Architects: Marc Lombard Yacht Design Group
Length: 42’4” (12.9 m)
Beam: 24’3” (7.4 m)
Draft: 4’11” (1.5 m)
Air draft: 62’4” (19 m)
Light displacement: 19,850 lbs (9 t)
Upwind sail area: 1,098 sq ft (102 m²)
Mainsail: 630 sq ft (58.60 m²)
Solent: 467 sq ft (43.40 m²)
Engine: 50 HP Volvo saildrive
Price: from € 406,500 ex-tax
www.neel-trimarans.com 

DAZCAT 1295

A catamaran built for performance!

 
 
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Darren Newton, the designer-builder of the Dazcat range, likes to validate his work by racing his catamarans, even those (such as the 1295) that are oriented towards blue water cruising. Designed to sail far and long-term with a short-handed crew, the 12.95 is also often the fastest in a race, even on a technical course. The designer and shipyard are very exacting on the weight calculations and weight centering. As with all Dazcats, each owner has a margin of customization according to his or her program. This is a most talented cat!
Builder: Multimarine Manufacturing Ltd
Length: 42’6” (12.95 m)
Beam: 21’8” (6.6 m)
Light displacement: 12,125 lbs (5.5 t)
Draft: 2’8”/6’7” (0.8/2 m)
Mainsail: 645 sq ft (60 m²)
Genoa: 323 sq ft (30 m²)
Spinnaker: 1,560 sq ft (145 m²)
Cabins: 2 to 4
Water: 132 US gal (500 l)
Fuel: 31 US gal (120 l)
Engines: 2 x 21 HP
Price: £ 850,000 ex-tax
www.multihullcentre.com 

ORC42

New departure for this ocean passage-maker?

 
 
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Following the takeover of Marsaudon Composites by the Grand Large Yachting group, is the ORC 42 now bound for a new destiny? The hull molds are in fact the property of Régis Guillemot, who is tempted to relaunch production of this compact, lightweight ocean-going cruiser at an affordable price, as a response to the problem of rising prices for our beloved multis... For their part (as this edition goes to press), the Grand Large Group hasn’t ruled out continuing production of this model. As a reminder, seven years after the launch of the first TS42 - and some twenty units sold - Marsaudon Composites reworked the deck layout, the general design of the coachroof and the interior, to bring us the ORC 42 (the TSs having since become ORCs). The uncluttered styling of the interior, combined with meticulous ergonomics, in no way detracts from the cocooning feel much appreciated when blue water cruising.
Builder: selection in progress
Length: 42’10 (13.05 m)
Beam: 24’4” (7.42 m)
Light displacement: 14,110 lbs (6.4 t)
Draft: 4’11” (1.5 m)
Mainsail: 705 sq ft (65.5 m²)
Solent: 378 sq ft (35.1 m²)
Engines: 2 x 29 HP

BALI 4.4

A forward door and maximum deck area

 
 
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Launched in January 2022, the Bali 4.4 replaced the 4.3 and the older 4.5. So, in the current range, it sits between the 4.2 and the 4.6. This model features all the innovations specific to the brand: rigid foredeck, opening windows, tilting saloon/cockpit door and fixed aft platform to optimize the available deck area of 946 square feet (87.9 m²). The 4.4 also adopts a forward door and a flybridge with a significantly lowered helm station. Inside, 3 or 4 cabins, a large L-shaped galley and a saloon that can accommodate ten people.
Builder: Bali Catamarans
Overall length: 42’11” (13.09 m)
Beam: 24’3” (7.4 m)
Draft: 4’2” (1.26 m)
Light displacement: 30,000 lbs (13.6 t)
Mainsail: 818 sq ft (76 m²)
Code 0: 797 sq ft (74 m²)
Solent: 452 sq ft (42 m²)
Fuel: 211 US gal (800 l)
Water: 211 US gal (800 l)
Engines: 2 x 40/57 HP
CE Category: A
Price: from € 597,000 ex-tax
www.bali-catamarans.com 

MAVERICK 440

Ready to go blue water!

 
 
Forever Green
The Maverick 440 has been available in a new Hybrid version since 2019. This model is based on the 400 platform but being longer offers a greater payload and less pitching. The yard still offers its catamarans as semi-custom, allowing each owner to customize their boat. The Hybrid version is really ready to go: thanks to its two electric motors, two generators, solar panels and lithium-ion batteries, the 440 offers total self-sufficiency. There’s also a version with a shorter rig, for sailing on America’s Intracoastal Waterway without unstepping the mast.
Builder: Maverick Yachts
Length: 43’8” (13.3 m)
Beam: 24’5” (7.45 m)
Light displacement: 21,900 lbs (9.93 t)
Draft: 3’3” (1 m)
Mainsail: 730 sq ft (68 m²)
Genoa: 460 sq ft (43 m²)
Gennaker: 1,505 sq ft (140 m²)
Berths: 6 + 2
Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Fuel: 211 US gal (800 l)
Drivetrain: 2 x 40 HP or 2 x 15/20 kW
www.maverick.life 

NAUTITECH 44 OPEN

A successful mix of comfort and performance

 
 
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After a few years with no new models, Nautitech has come to life again with this very successful 44, launched at the end of 2021 - it replaced the 46 Open, which dated back to 2015. At just shy of 44 feet in length, it’s a judicious choice in terms of size: first because it’s right in the heart of the market, then because there are many 42 and 45-footers in the catalogs, but not so many 43 or 44-footers. Note the short coachroof, twin helm stations on the hulls, measured displacement and a lower boom to optimize the sail area: the yard is maintaining its course, and its specifications, to ultimately offer a high-performance multihull – staying faithful to its 40 and 46 Open. Another innovation is the addition of a “smart room”, that can be a utility room/workshop, very useful when blue water cruising.
Builder: Nautitech Catamarans
Overall length: 43’8” (13.3 m)
Beam: 24’2” (7.36 m)
Draft: 4’9” (1.44 m)
Displacement: 24,030 lbs (10.9 t)
Upwind sail area: 1,130 sq ft (105 m²)
Engines: 2 x 30 HP
Fuel: 2 x 66 US gal (2 x 250 l)
Water: 2 x 79 US gal (2 x 300 l)
CE Certification: A10/B10/C22/D22
Price: from € 606,480 ex-tax
www.nautitechcatamarans.com 

EXCESS 14

For the pleasure of sailing

 
 
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The objective of this model is to offer genuine pleasure of helming, with its asymmetrical hulls, deeper appendages and a sail plan potentially boosted by a boom that’s almost flush with the bimini and large downwind sails secured to long bowsprit. Compared to the Excess 11, note the return of an overlapping genoa and a pivoting helm seat that is more functional (it is integrated into the mini-bimini) than the old folding seats. The colors and materials are also a little more neutral than the flashier ambiance seen aboard the “old” Excess 12 and 15.
Builder: Excess Catamarans
Naval architect: VPLP
Interior design: Nauta Design
Hull length: 43’9” (13.34 m)
Beam: 25’9” (7.87 m)
Draft: 4’10” (1.48 m)
Light displacement: 28,220 lbs (12.8 t)
Upwind sail area: 1,324/1,453 sq ft (123/135 m²)
Code 0: 818/925 sq ft (76/86 m²)
Engine: 2 x 45/57 HP
Fuel: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
Water: 79/158 US gal (300/600 l)
Price: from € 546,000 ex-tax
www.excess-catamarans.com 

HH44 OC/SC

Fast cruising in hybrid mode

 
 
Forever Green
The smallest model in the HH range manages to reconcile a very “performance” vision of cruising (all-carbon construction, a sleek sail plan with a 62’ / 19 m mast, and deep daggerboards in the SC version) with a hybrid propulsion system. The HH44, with its 3.2 kWp of solar panels, 50.4 kWh of Lithium-Ion batteries and two 10 kW electric motors, is capable of covering 18 nautical miles at 7.5 knots in full electric mode. The catamaran will be equipped with a very efficient hydro-generation system for charging while under sail. Diesel engines give total safety by doubling the means of propulsion. At anchor or in port, the transoms fold down on each side to create bathing platforms. This model also comes in an Ocean Cruising version with classic fiberglass construction, aluminum mast, and skeg keels.
Builder: Hudson Yacht Group
Architect: Hudson Yacht & Marine Ltd.
Hull length: 44’ (13.41 m)
Beam: 23’5” (7.15 m)
Draft: 5’3” (1.59 m) or 3’11”/9’10” (1.2/3 m)
Light displacement: 21,075/22,490 lbs (9.56/10.2 t)
Mainsail: 799 sq ft (74.2 m²)
Solent: 475 sq ft (44.1 m²)
Gennaker: 1,603 sq ft (148.9 m²)
Drivetrain: 30 HP + 2 x 10 kW
Price: from US$ 976,000 ex-tax
www.hhcatamarans.com 

VISION 444

A big hit made in South Africa

 
 
The Vision 444 is a robust yet lightweight and high-performance, high-end blue water catamaran. This model, currently the only one in the range, was launched in 2019. Since then, some 15 examples have been built in Knysna, South Africa, with the pace accelerating over the past 12 months seeing 5 hulls. Inside, this multihull boasts particularly generous headroom (6’11”/2.1 m in the nacelle and 6’2”/1.89 m in the cabins). The construction is in infusion, and all technical components are carefully assembled to facilitate maintenance operations.
Builder: Vision Yachts
Length overall: 44’ (13.41 m) Beam: 24’10” (7.56 m)
Draft: 3’11” (1.19 m) Air draft: 65’3” (19.9 m)
Light displacement: 19,470 lbs (8.83 t)
Mainsail: 719 sq ft (66.8 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 313 sq ft (29.1 m²)
Engines: 2 x 37 HP
Fuel: 200 US gal (757 l)
Water: 220 US gal (833 l)
Price: from $ 888,000 ex-tax
www.visionyachts.com 

DUFOUR CATAMARANS 44

Optimized for charter

 
 
The Dufour 48 has managed to find its place in the sun on the Croatian charter market and even elsewhere... enough to motivate its Italian builder JJL Catamarans to offer a second, slightly smaller model. The new 44 (also going by the name of Cervetti 44) features the inverted bows of its predecessor, with a greater angle and, above all, more width. The composite bowsprit is also retained. The nacelle, on the other hand, is proportionally larger. Inverted glazing should prove highly effective in keeping the interior cool. The flybridge design features an XXL sunbathing area and a central helm station.
Builder: JJL Catamarans
Architect: Skyron
Length: 44’ (13.42 m)
Beam: 23’11” (7.3 m)
Draft: 4’3” (1.3 m)
Displacement: 36,375 lbs (16.5 t)
Mainsail: 840 sq ft (78 m²)
Jib: 430 sq ft (40 m²)
Gennaker: 1,075 sq ft (100 m²)
Engines: 2 x 60 HP Volvo
Fuel: 235 US gal (900 l)
Water: 235 US gal (900 l)
Price: € 624,750 ex-tax
www.cervetti-catamarans.com 

ELBA 45

Semi-flybridge helm station

 
 
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Forever Green
In less than five years, this model fitting between the Astréa 42 and the Tanna 47, has already seen great success, with almost 200 examples delivered so far. The Elba 45 incorporates the essentials of the new Fountaine/Racoupeau generation and in particular the semi-flybridge helm station with sail handling console. This arrangement is practical and ergonomic for use short-handed or when solo. The interior focuses on daily life on board. The galley, for example, is a relaxed space, and gone is the chart table, whose use no longer felt relevant to the builder in these days of chartplotters and tablets.
An all-new Smart Electric version is now on offer.
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 44’2” (13.45 m) Beam: 24’9” (7.55 m)
Light displacement: 30,865 lbs (14 t)
Draft: 3’11” (1.2 m)
Mainsail: 807 sq ft (75 m²)
Genoa: 527 sq ft (49 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 2 x 92 US gal (2 x 350 l)
Fuel: 124 US gal (470 l)
Engines: 2 x 50/60 HP
Price: from € 686,700 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com 

AVENTURA 45

A new flagship catamaran that replaces the 44

 
 
This new model announced for late 2023 is not simply a restyle: the Aventura Catamarans shipyard unveiled a proper replacement for their Aventura 44 in April 2022. Ultimately christened the 45, rather than the former 45S, 44-S and 43.5, this Lasta Design plan manages to offer up to six cabins and four bathrooms thanks to companionways in the cockpit. In the four-cabin version, all berths lie athwartships. This modern design catamaran, that’s now the largest model in the Aventura Catamarans sailboat range, also offers a large flybridge and a mid-height helm station, as well as a maneuvering station for sail controls. Its price - e€487,000 before tax when it first launched - was particularly well positioned, earning the builder many firm orders from the presentation of the 3D views!
Builder: Aventura Catamarans
Architect: Lasta Design
Length: 44’3” (13.5 m)
Beam: 24’7” (7.5 m)
Draft: 4’7” (1.4 m)
Displacement: 26,455 lbs (12 t)
Upwind sail area: 1,238 sq ft (115 m²)
Engines: 2 x 45 or 57 HP
Price: from € 547,000 ex-tax
www.aventura-catamarans.com 

BALANCE 442

Movable helm station

 
 
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We got the chance to sail aboard the latest addition to the Balance family in Annapolis, in October 2022, just a few months after its very first launch at the Royal Cape Yacht Club in Cape Town. Like her big sistership, the 482, the Balance 442 has “broken” bows, i.e. straight near the waterline then inverted as they approach deck level. This new model also features the famous mobile helm station already seen on the 526 - the low position allows the helmsman to be perfectly protected. Thanks to the 442’s contained displacement, she achieved averages of 12 to 13 knots and nice peaks that topped 15.
Builder: Balance Catamarans
Architects: Phillip Berman and Anton Du Toit
Length: 44’3” (13.5 m)
Beam: 24’11” (7.6 m)
Displacement: 26,000 lbs (11.8 t)
Draft: 3’10”/7’1” (1.16/2.15 m)
Air draft: 65’8” (20.01 m)
Upwind sail area: 1,205 sq ft (112 m²)
Engines: 2 x 29 HP
Fuel: 2 x 105 US gal (2 x 400 l)
Price: US$ 1,003,984 ex-tax
www.balancecatamarans.com 

ANTARES 44 HYBRID

Adventure for the connoisseur

 
 
Forever Green
For several years now, the Antares has been a sure bet for sailors looking for an owner’s catamaran to sail around the world. But the distribution of these craft remains relatively discreet. Built in Argentina, the Antares has the particularity of being offered “ready to go” with all the options necessary for life on board for a round the world trip. The GT version offers a new helm station, well protected by a large bimini. The skipper will appreciate this attention to detail as much when in the tropics as when in the North Atlantic... or South Atlantic. The Antares’ hulls are efficient: this multihull is aimed above all at a clientele of demanding adventurous sailors. The Hybrid version really ought to be the flagship of this model since, for the past 14 months, the manufacturer has only delivered this version at the expense of the GT...
Builder: Antares
Length: 44’7” (13.6 m)
Beam: 21’8” (6.6 m)
Light displacement: 19,510 lbs (8.85 t)
Draft: 3’11” (1.2 m)
Mainsail: 613 sq ft (57 m²)
Genoa: 475 sq ft (44 m²)
Gennaker: 730 sq ft (68 m²)
Cabins: 3
Water: 150 US gal (568 l)
Motors: 2 x 30 kW
Price: US$ 1,095,000 ex-tax
www.antarescatamarans.com 

BALI 4.6

For charter use and private owners

 
 
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This model picks up on the many strong points of the very first Bali, the 4.5 – namely, tilt-and-turn door, blurring the boundary between inside and outside, and maximum exploitation of the available deck area, but pushes the concept even further with the forward cockpit, the fitted-out flybridge and the forward door. Since its launch in the fall of 2020, the Bali 4.6 has seen excellent commercial success, including among private owners, thanks to its four layout versions ranging from 3 to 5 cabins.
Builder: Bali Catamarans
Length: 44’11” (13.68 m)
Beam: 25’2” (7.66 m)
Light displacement: 30,450 lbs (13.8 t)
Draft: 4’2” (1.25 m)
Mainsail: 835 sq ft (77.6 m²)
Solent: 474 sq ft (44 m²)
Engines: 2 x 45/57 HP
Price: from € 671 000 ex-tax
www.bali-catamarans.com 

PUNCH 1370

Wood epoxy is making a comeback

 
 
In the 23-year period from 1987 through 2010, Christian Hernandez and his Multicap Caraïbes shipyard built dozens of catamarans in plywood/epoxy. Designed first by the famous Philippe Harlé, and later by the Mortain/Mavrikios firm, these multihulls are still delighting their owners, and the brand has now been relaunched! Christian has re-established a shipyard in Portugal and offers a complete new range of Punch models. Among these models, the 1370 is the first to leave the yard. Its short, coachroof with a cap reflects a clear desire to contain the displacement, which is just 8.5 t lightship. Inverted bows, narrow hulls at the waterline and a generous sail plan ensure both speed and an easy passage through the water... Check out our test in a forthcoming issue.
Builder: Multicat Algarve
Length: 45’ (13.7 m)
Length at waterline: 42’ (12.8 m)
Beam: 24’3” (7.4 m)
Draft: 4’2” (1.27 m)
Light displacement: 18,750 lbs (8.5 t)
Mainsail: 657 sq ft (61 m²)
Genoa: 506 sq ft (47 m²)
Engines: 2 x 30 or 40 HP
Water: 2 x 79 US gal (2 x 300 l)
Fuel: 2 x 79 US gal (2 x 300 l)
Price: from € 649,000 ex-tax
www.multicat-algarve.com 

SEAWIND 1370

A future bestseller... that’s been a long time coming!

 
 
Seawind, based first in Australia and then in Vietnam is well-known in the 35 to 42-foot market with almost 800 catamarans built. The relatively traditional design of the models has been upturned by the arrival of the Seawind 1600, a much more modern boat. The 1370 drives the point home with very similar lines. Much lighter than most of her competitors, she is intended to be more powerful while being able to accept a large payload. The design is very contemporary with strongly inverted bows - a break with the smaller models. Announced in July 2020, this long-awaited new model has just been launched.
Builder: Seawind Catamarans
Overall length: 45’ (13.7 m)
Beam: 24’11” (7.6 m)
Draft: 4’3” (1.3 m)
Air draft: 70’10” (21.6 m)
Displacement: 27,120 lbs (12.3 t)
Mainsail: 860 sq ft (80 m²)
Genoa: 390 sq ft (36 m²)
Engines: 2 x 40 HP
Fuel: 158 US gal (600 l)
Water: 158 US gal (600 l)
www.seawindcats.com 
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