2024 Sail Buyer's Guide

From 60 to 70 feet
Thanks to their habitable volume and deck space far superior to those of an equivalent-length monohull, multihulls in this category offer most of the attributes of serious yachts – we’re talking 80 feet and above here. So, whether on two or three hulls, beyond a length of 60 feet, we are at the gates of Superyachting... Exceptional machines that nevertheless require one or more professional crew to be on board.
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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

SUNREEF 60 (ECO)

Welcome to the world of luxury

 
 
Forever Green
The Sunreef 60 is undoubtedly reminiscent of one of her big sisterships, the 80. The exterior lines bear close resemblance, as does the flybridge, the vertical side windows and the coachroof-bimini shape. The interior (2,420 sq ft/225 m²), the saloon and the cockpit merge into the hydraulic platform, which extends them into a terrace. The in-house design team has considerable experience in listening to customers: each unit is different. High rigid bulwarks, and forward interior helm station with panoramic view also characterize this model. The first 60 ECO was launched more than two years ago, and this electric version features revolutionary solar panels. And at a thickness of less than one millimeter, the photovoltaic system can be integrated into the hulls, superstructure and of course on the bimini in order to offer optimal energy production.
Builder: Sunreef Yachts
Length: 60’ (18.3 m)
Beam: 33’6” (10.2 m)
Draft: 6’3” (1.9 m)
Mainsail: 1,022 sq ft (95 m²)
Genoa: 915 sq ft (85 m²)
Gennaker: 2,420 sq ft (225 m²)
Drivetrain: 2 x 75/110 Hp or 2 x 70 kW
www.sunreef-yachts.com 

OCEAN EXPLORER 60

The prestigious signature of German Frers!

 
 
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Since 1958, the Argentinean architect has been designing prestigious racing yachts, but generally monohulls... This contribution in the field of multihulls therefore came as a bit of a surprise in 2014, but also a success as we saw during our test. German Frers also recently designed the Ocean Explorer 72. The OE60 is perfectly balanced at the helm and offers a subtle compromise between performance and comfort. The manufacturer has opted for daggerboards to reduce the draft to less than 3 feet while ensuring excellent upwind capability. The forward door and the helm station at the foot of the mast are two formulas nowadays adopted by most manufacturers of speed catamarans. The Finnish shipyard’s manufacturing and finishing quality is exceptional.
Builder: Ocean Explorer
Length: 60’8” (18.5 m)
Beam: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Draft: 3’/6’7” (0.9/2 m)
Displacement: 38,360 lbs (17.4 t)
Mainsail: 1,399 sq ft (130 m²)
Solent: 743 sq ft (69 m²)
Engines: 2 x 80 HP
Fuel: 211 US gal (800 l)
Water: 158 US gal (600 l)
www.oceanexplorer.fi 

SAMANA 59

An ambitions blue water cruiser

 
 
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The flybridge of the Ipanema 58 was already exemplary, and the one on the Samana offers incredible comfort with its 320 square feet (30 m²). And the aft cockpit, hardly less spacious, won’t disappoint the crew either... This beautiful platform of marine leisure activities will work wonderfully at anchor (charter or private use for large crews) as well as under way for comfortable passagemaking at good speed. Three versions will be available: Lounge Maestro, with an Owner’s Suite and its bathroom, two double cabins, one cabin with bunk beds and three bathrooms; Maestro, with Owner’s Suite and bathroom, four double cabins and four bathrooms; Quartet, with six double cabins and four bathrooms. More on this story: a prototype with hydrogen/electric propulsion was launched last spring (see video).
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Architect: Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design
Length: 61’7” (18.78 m)
Beam: 31’ (9.46 m)
Light displacement: 62,200 lbs (28.2 t)
Draft: 5’5” (1.65 m)
Mainsail: 1,260 sq ft (117 m²)
Genoa: 936 sq ft (87 m²)
Water: 300 US gal (1,150 l)
Fuel: 317 US gal (1,200 l)
Engines: 2 x 110/150 HP
Price: € 1,954,300 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com 

MC62

Style and performance

 
 
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Since first being presented at the 2018 Cannes Yachting Festival, the MC60 has become the 62 without any serious changes, but that said, it remains a catamaran that’s as exclusive as ever. The nacelle is designed ‘open space’ in line with current trends, and as for the rest, the MC62 is nothing like the others: a very specific topside form, high-tech mast support strut to distribute the loads, tempered glass panes, sliding side windows, no forward beam, sail-trimming flybridge set aft... it’s impossible to remain indifferent! In the hulls, the cabins offer volume and comfort without compromising performance thanks to a generous sail plan and particularly effective centerboards.
Builder: McConaghy Boats
Architect: Ker Yacht Design
Length: 6’ (18.9 m)
Beam: 28’11” (8.82 m)
Draft: 4’7”/12’4” (1.4/3.75 m)
Upwind sail area: 2,260 sq ft (210 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 158 US gal (600 l)
Fuel: 158 US gal (600 l)
Engines: 2 x 57 HP
Price: US$ 3,380,000 ex-tax
www.mcconaghyboats.com 

O YACHTS CLASS 6

Two hulls or three?

 
 
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Seen from ahead, between the hulls, the central longitudinal beam of the new Class 6 is intriguing… A never-before-seen structure called the Spine Concept: this configuration takes the forces of the rig, stiffens the chassis and guarantees safety and finesse during possible high-speed water-landings. The hunt for weight is clearly evident in refined and modular facilities - 3 to 6 cabins. The same goes for the appendages: you can choose between curved daggerboards and lifting rudderblades or fixed skeg keels. As for propulsion, in addition to the standard diesel, the builder offers a Smart Hybrid and a100% Electric version. There are three versions of this model available – Maxi, Performance and Race.
Builder: O Yachts
Length: 62’6” (19.05 m)
Beam: 29’8” (9.05 m)
Light displacement: 25,025/33,100 lbs (13.5/15 t)
Draft: 4’1”/12’6” (1.25/3.8 m)
Mainsail: 1,173/1,539 sq ft (143/109m²)
Genoa: 1,130/1,324 sq ft (105/123 m²)
Cabins: 4/5/6
Water: 211 to 396 US gal (800 to 1,500 l)
Fuel: 211 to 396 US gal (800 to 1,500 l)
Engines: 2 x 80 HP or 2 x 80 and 20 kW or 2 x 20/30 kW
www.o-yachts.com 

PRIVILEGE SIGNATURE 650

A full-luxury blue water catamaran

 
 
With this new 650, the team comprising Marc Lombard Yacht Design and Darnet Design have set out to reconcile design, performance and comfort. The deck plan, for starters, features flush side decks, a raised handrail and a foredeck that’s completely clear. The cockpit has been lowered to ensure a smooth connection with the nacelle. The (optional) hydraulic bathing platform allows you to easily launch a 1,325 lbs (600 kg) tender. As for the flybridge, this has been significantly enlarged compared to the 640, offering a large U-shaped lounge area with a table as well as the fully equipped helm station to starboard. The rig is more powerful - an additional 97 square feet (9 m²) being achieved – and the bows have become inverted. In the nacelle, the overall glazed area has been increased. The front windows have been set further forward and their angle is now closer to the vertical.
Builder: Privilège
Hull length: 64’ (19.5 m)
Beam: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Draft: 6’1” (1.85 m)
Light displacement: 63,950 lbs (29 t)
Mainsail: 1,505 sq ft (140 m²)
Genoa: 990 sq ft (92 m²)
Staysail: 345 sq ft (32 m²)
Gennaker: 1,940 sq ft (180 m²)
Fuel: 2 x 264 US gal (2 × 1,000 l)
Water: 2 x 172 US gal (2 × 650 l)
Engines: 2 × 110 HP
Price: € 4,600,00 ex-tax
www.privilege-marine.com 

C-CAT 65

Very attractive design and promising performance

 
 
The Italian shipyard C-Catamarans has set itself an ambitious goal with a 62-foot, all-carbon catamaran. This forthcoming C-Cat 65 (an evolution of the C-Cat 62 project) will be taking on models that are already well-established in the sector of high performance, top of the range catamarans over 60 feet - Gunboat, HH, McConaghy, O Yachts. It looks as though the project is being well carried out judging by the very attractive design - the two-tone coachroof and the design of the hatches are particularly successful. The sleek deck plan manages to reconcile sail maneuvering, ease of moving around on board and space for relaxation. The weight estimate rises from 14 to 18.5 tonnes, but the mainsail gains 107 square feet (10 m²)... meaning that the sail/weight ratio of 12.54 m²/t no longer rivals that of the O Yachts, for example, but remains favorable enough to cover 300 to 350 miles a day in the trade winds...
Builder: C-Catamarans
Naval Architects: Enrico Contreas and Luigi Cirillo
Design: Marco Amadio and Marco Rogolino
Length: 64’8” (19.71 m)
Beam: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Draft: 5’4”/10’6” (1.62/3.2 m)
Displacement: 40,785 lbs (18.5 t)
Mainsail: 1,397 sq ft (130 m²)
Genoa: 1,100 sq ft (102 m²)
Solent: 645 sq ft (60 m²)
Gennaker: 1,720 sq ft (160 m²)
Engines: 2 x 80 HP
Fuel: 2 x 105 US gal (2 x 400 l)
Water: 2 x 105 US gal (2 x 400 l)
Price: € 3,000,000 ex-tax
www.c-catamarans.com 

NEEL 65

Three flush-decked cabins on a trimaran

 
 
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On this flagship multihull in the NEEL range, the concept of the extra-wide nacelle spread across three hulls takes on a new dimension. Beyond the amazing presence of the flybridge on a trimaran, the saloon-cockpit platform space is truly stunning! The ergonomics of the galley are fantastic, perfectly adapted to the requirements of the charter market. A very comfortable guest cabin is located in each outer hull. Two others are located in the central hull - in addition to the owner’s suite. The interior, by Darnet Design, helps to raise this exceptionally large trimaran to ever-more upscale multihull superyachting. During our test, we found performance and the passage through the sea to be good. We like the garage for the dinghy, housed in the sugarscoop of the central hull: this is a remarkable and practical trick.
Builder: NEEL-TRIMARANS
Architects: Joubert/Nivelt
Length: 65’ (19.8 m)
Beam: 39’6” (12.05 m)
Light displacement: 49,600 lbs (22.5 t)
Draft: 5’11” (1.8 m)
Mainsail: 1,225 sq ft (114 m²)
Genoa: 1,000 sq ft (93 m²)
Cabins: 5
Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Fuel: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Engine: 150 HP
www.neel-trimarans.com 

HH66

An all-carbon semi-custom cat

 
 
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High-speed luxury is the ambitious program of the HH66. The talents of no less than Morelli and Melvin took up this bold challenge. As these catamarans are individually built, the possibilities for customization are almost endless, both inside and out. So, we won’t even be surprised to discover huge tillers on number 5 in the series, while an SCF version offers a helm station at the front of the nacelle. A hybrid drivetrain is available as an option. The perceived quality (composite manufacturing and fittings) of these all-carbon multihulls is spectacular. The speed potential is impressive, but the relative narrowness of the platform combined with an XXL air draft requires skill in the art of proportioning for sporty use in a breeze - a catamaran for connoisseurs! The HH66 is available in an ECODrive version with a hybrid powertrain mounted in parallel.
Builder: Hudson Yacht Group
Length: 65’11” (20.1 m)
Beam: 28’6” (8.7 m)
Light displacement: 39,680 lbs (18 t)
Draft: 6’5”/13’2” (1.96/4 m)
Mainsail: 1,550 sq ft (144 m²)
Genoa: 958 sq ft (89 m²)
Spi: 3,121 sq ft (290 m²)
Engines: 2 x 80 HP
Price: $ 4,150,000 ex-tax
www.hhcatamarans.com 

ALEGRIA 67

There’s even a jacuzzi awaiting you!

 
 
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The Alegria 67 made her mark when first presented at Cannes in 2018. Berret-Racoupeau have got it right: the elegance and modernity of the exterior lines as well as the style and quality of the interior fittings set a new standard for this type of offshore limousine. The flybridge is immense, the VIP cabins luxurious, the equipment and facilities adaptable to a program with or without crew. The owner’s suite with direct access to the forward cockpit is equipped with... a jacuzzi! Despite this level of comfort that you’d expect to find in a luxury villa, the 67 performs well. She’s seen real commercial success with several dozen examples of this large multihull have already been sold.
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 66’10” (20.36 m)
Beam: 32’3” (9.84 m)
Light displacement: 77,200 lbs (35 t)
Draft: 5’7” (1.7 m)
Mainsail: 1,400 sq ft (130 m²)
Genoa: 1,076 sq ft (100 m²)
Cabins: 4/6 + 2 crew cabins
Water: 303 US gal (1,150 l)
Fuel: 317 US gal (1,200 l)
Engines: 2 x 110/150 HP
Price: from € 2,714,000 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com 
 

LAGOON SIXTY 5

A palace on the water

 
 
This model is the sailing version of the SIXTY 7 powercat, but also the little sister of the much-noticed SEVENTY 7 - this one a sailboat. The Lagoon shipyard is thus confirming its appetite for the market of models exceeding 65 feet (20 meters), that until now had been the preserve of Sunreef - on the (almost) series production multihull market of course. During our tests, the SIXTY 5 impressed us with her performance and comfort. The manufacturer offers a wide range of semi-custom finishes. And yes, the capital letters are de rigueur here…
Builder: Lagoon
Architects: VPLP
Length overall: 67’5” (20.55 m)
Beam: 32’10” (10 m)
Draft: 5’4” (1.6 m)
Light displacement: 86,420 lbs (39.2 t)
Mainsail: 1,808 sq ft (168 m²)
Genoa: 1,097 sq ft (102 m²)
Spi: 3,875 sq ft (360 m²)
Cabins 4/5/6
Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Fuel: 340 US gal (1,300 l)
Engines: 2 x 150/195 HP
Price: from € 2,854,900
www.cata-lagoon.com 

MC68

Modern design and outstanding performance

 
 
Though the builder already offers an MC75, an MC86, an MC100 and even an MC115, this forthcoming MC68 is sure to excite you, with its ultra-modern coachroof and its lines kept tight thanks to a continuous chine. You can see that the stepped side-deck - a McConaghy signature - is present, but it’s much more discreet than on some smaller boats. Also noteworthy: the hulls are completely hollowed out at the stern and the twin helm stations set as far aft as possible on the flybridge. The interior of the MC68 offers three guest cabins and one crew cabin as standard, with a four or even five double cabin layout also available.
Builder: McConaghy Boats
Architects: Ker Yacht Design
Length: 67’11” (20.7 m)
Beam: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Draft: 4’7”/12’4” (1.4/3.75 m) Upwind sail area: 2,766 sq ft (257 m²)
ater: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Fuel: 422 US gal (1,600 l)
Engines: 2 x 80 HP
Price: US$ 4,600,000 ex-tax
www.mcconaghyboats.com 

CODE C.69

A first multihull for Black Pepper Yachts!

 
 
The builder of the famous neo-retro inspired Code monohulls and 60-foot Imoca racing boats has announced the construction of a 69-foot catamaran. The Code C.69, featuring hulls inspired by the latest generation of large ocean-going catamarans, is intended for offshore racing and cruising. The silhouette and many of the details, just like with the monohull range, are the result of a clever combination of high tech and vintage. This approach is almost unique in the world of multihulls and deserves praise. While the all-carbon construction guarantees excellent performance, the builder, based in Nantes on France’s Atlantic coast, is keen to present a catamaran that’s easy to handle and comfortable. Launch is scheduled for 2024.
Builder: Black Pepper Yachts
Architect: Yacht Design Collective
Length: 68’11” (21 m)
Beam: 31’6” (9.6 m)
Draft: 3’11”/9’2” (1.2/2.8 m)
Light displacement: 38,580 lbs (17.5 t)
Mainsail: 1,560 sq ft (145 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 807 sq ft (75 m²)
Fuel: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Engines: 2 X 80 HP
Price: from € 6,000,000 ex-tax
www.blackpepper.fr 

GP70

An ambitious VPLP design soon to be splashed

 
 
This racy catamaran designed for fast blue water cruising was initially intended for series production by one of the well-known shipyards, but ultimately, the project has been taken on by Trimarine, based on the Tagus River near Lisbon, Portugal. The GP70, built with 80% epoxy carbon sandwich, manages to limit its displacement to 17.5 t. This large multihull was designed to offer a very high level of self-sufficiency thanks to low consumption of onboard equipment, a large surface area of solar panels (3 kWp), an efficient watermaker and two imposing 264 US-gallon (1,000 liter) fuel tanks. Under sail, the GP 70 promises exceptional performance and the bridgedeck clearance guarantees excellent seakeeping behavior in big seas.
Builder: Trimarine
Naval Architect: VPLP
Overall length: 68’11” (21 m)
Beam: 32’ (9.75 m)
Draft: 5’3” (1.6 m)
Air draft: 90’ (27.45 m)
Light displacement: 38,580 lbs (17.5 t)
Upwind sail area: 2,380 sq ft (221 m²)
Engines: 2 x 80 kW Yanmar JH4
Fuel: 2 x 264 US gal (2 x 1 000 l)
Water: 290 US gal (1,100 l)
Contact : gpcatamarans@gmail.com 

SQUALT CK70

An aluminum-built custom catamaran

 
 
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Squalt Marine International, based at Bizerte in Tunisia, has succeeded in presenting a catamaran perfectly suited to long distance sailing in extreme latitudes thanks to its robust aluminum construction. You could easily envisage living on board such a craft or even using it as a base for a scientific expedition. Contrary to many preconceived ideas, aluminum gives a guarantee of excellent weight estimates in these large sizes. Inside, there’s a very careful standard of finish, and it features plentiful equipment that includes all conceivable options. The construction material obviously allows the catamaran to be customized to a great extent.
Builder: Squalt Marine International
Hull length: 69’3” (21.1 m)
Beam: 33’10” (10.32 m)
Draft: 4’11” (1.5 m)
Displacement: 83,800 lbs (38 t)
Mainsail: 1,290 sq ft (120 m²)
Genoa: 1,400 sq ft (130 m²)
Engines: 2 x 140 HP
Fuel: 2 x 845 US gal (2 x 3,200 l)
Water: 2 x 475 US gal (2 x 1,800 l)
https://squalt-marine-international.com/ 

MODX 70

100% electric with a twin rig and thick sails

 
 
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You like innovative multihulls? You’re in for a treat with the MODX 70! This new 100% renewable energy cruising catamaran is indeed equipped with the latest generation technologies allowing it to manage without fossil-based energy: there will be no generator on board. To achieve this feat without jeopardizing safety, the MODX 70 designers decided to launch a catamaran large enough to support a very powerful battery bank while increasing the potential area of the solar panels - it stretches to 750 square feet (70 m²). The two motors are capable of a 100-mile range. The fully automated rig is perhaps the most amazing feature as the two retractable carbon masts - one on each hull - each support a 1,345 sq ft (125 m²) inflatable wing. Hull #1 is already in build, using 38% biosourced epoxy resin, 40% recycled PET foam, flax fiber and cork.
Builder: Ocean Développement
Architect: VPLP
Length: 70’ (21.33 m)
Beam: 32’10” (10 m)
Draft: 6’7” (2 m)
Air draft: 15’1”/75’6” (4.6/23 m)
Displacement: 50,700 lbs (23 t)
Upwind sail area: 2 x 1,345 sq ft (2 x 125 m²)
Drivetrain: 2 x 40 kW
Water: 317 US gal (1,200 l) + recovery system
www.modx-catamarans.com 

SUNREEF 70 (ECO)

3,000 square feet on the water!

 
 
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With this model, the specialist semi-custom builder is offering almost 3,120 square feet (290 m²) dedicated to the pleasure of the guests. Outdoor dining and relaxation areas include a flybridge with breathtaking views, a vast terrasse forward and a large aft cockpit merging with the main deck’s panoramic saloon. The layout and decoration are entirely customizable... The ECO version offers an innovative - and in-house - solar energy system: the solar panels are in fact fully integrated into the 70’s hulls, superstructure, mast and boom, covering a total surface area of 1,540 square feet (143 m²). In addition to these particularly light solar panels, which are nonetheless capable of producing up to 35.5 kWp, the 70 Eco is fitted with a particularly powerful battery bank (5.2 kg/kWh).
Builder: Sunreef Yachts
Length: 70’3” (21.4 m)
Beam: 35’5” (10.8 m)
Mainsail: 1,720 sq ft (160 m²)
Genoa: 1,290 sq ft (120 m²)
Gennaker: 1,990 sq ft (185 m²)
Drivetrain: 2 x 180/225 HP or 2 x 90 kW Fuel: 525/1,055 US gal (2,000/4,000 l)
Water: 420 US gal (1,600 l)
www.sunreef-yachts.com 

GUNBOAT 70

A mast that’s taking a step back…

 
 
After a 6-year career spanning 8 models, Gunboat announces the successor to the 68: the forthcoming 70 uses the same hull molds - albeit slightly lengthened - but, like the 72 and 80, features a mast stepped a bit further aft, on the coachroof. The sail plan will therefore evolve in favor of the headsails. From the helm station forward of the coachroof, you’ll be able to enjoy a totally unobstructed view and a tilting wheel - with the option of also adding helm stations at the after ends of the hulls. The 70 also offers some notable changes in terms of layout: huge bay windows between saloon and cockpit, fully-fitted galley either up or down, and finally an Owner’s cabin that now takes up its quarters aft on the starboard side for greater ease.
Builder: Gunboat
Length: 72’ (21.95 m)
Beam: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Draft: 4’3”/15’1” with boards down (1.3/4.6 m)
Air draft: 107’ (32.5 m)
Displacement: 44,100 lbs (20 t)
Fuel: 2 x 100 US gal (2 x 378 l)
Water: 2 x 100 US gal (2 x 378 l)
www.gunboat.com 
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