2025 Multipower Buyer's Guide

40 to 50 Feet
The traditional heart of the multipower market has long been confined to 40 to 50-foot units, but the explosion of the powercat formula is now dominating the market from 30 feet upwards, and this is also reflected in a number of much larger new models. However, in this key category of 40 to 50 feet, every year, new manufacturers appear. All of them are trying to outdo one another in terms of innovation… and new models. Discover your favorite among the selection!
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Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Publié le 24/10/2024
Par Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Numéro : SP23
Parution : Dec. / Jan. 2024
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Whisper 40

Unlimited Cruising without Fuel?

 
 
Forever Green
The Whisper 50’s little sistership has already been announced for 2025. This will be a compact 40-foot powercat that promises respectable comfort thanks to its voluminous nacelle and three cabins. The deck makes full use of the available space - the hulls are even invisible from the stern. Beneath this generous accommodation are two slender hulls optimized to generate a minimum drag between 5 and 15 knots.
Thanks to the combination of a large surface area of solar panels, a 160-kWh battery bank and two 80 kW motors, the 40 should be able to provide unlimited range at speeds of up to 5/6 knots. To keep up with the target cruising speed of 10 knots, the generator will eventually have to be called upon. The manufacturer predicts that this hybrid use will account for only 10% of time under way.

Builder: Whisper Yachts
Architect: Berret/Racoupeau Yacht Design
Length: 40’ (12.17 m)
Beam: 21’ (6.38 m)
Draft: 4’ (1.2 m)
Fuel: 79 US gal (300 l)
Drivetrain: 2 x 80 kW
Cruising speed: 10 knots
Max speed: 14 knots
CE Category: A
Price: From € 1,200,000 ex-tax

www.whisper-yachts.com

Elight 40

Open Nacelle for Commercial Use or Closed Nacelle for Private Owners

 
 
Forever Green
Nova Luxe, specialists in hybrid and electric powered catamarans and re-engineering, are offering a 40-foot powercat for professional use. Capable of carrying around 40 passengers, the Elight 40 features a large surface area of solar panels capable of producing 6 kWp. The 48V propulsion system is capable of 10 hours of operation – a speed of 5 knots can be achieved using solar energy alone. For safety, a generator can be installed. And while the nacelle is completely open in the dayboat version, it can be enclosed on the Owner version. In both cases, the hulls are equipped with a full galley and sleeping accommodation.

Builder: Nova Luxe Yachts
Length: 40’ (12.19 m)
Beam: 21’ (6.40 m)
Draft: 2’5” (0.74 m)
Displacement: 12,800 lbs (6.4 t)
Drivetrain: 2 x 15 to 2 x 60 kW or internal combustion
Max speed: 10 knots
Price: US$ 950,000 ex-tax

www.novaluxeyachts.com

Leopard 40PC

A Third Powercat in the Leopard Range

 
 
Following the launch of two large models - the 53 and 46PC - and the retirement of the very successful 43PC, it came as no surprise, two years ago now, to discover a new compact model from Robertson & Caine, the 40PC. In terms of design, his powercat blends perfectly into the new range with very long hull windows and an immense flybridge. It features an imposing panoramic coachroof with a beautiful L-shaped galley and, despite being shorter in length, manages to house great cabins all equipped with island beds and bathrooms. But the real plus compared to the 43PC? Aboard this model, there’s a proper interior helm station.

Builder: Robertson & Caine
Length: 40’ (12.19 m)
Waterline length: 39’7” (12.07 m)
Beam: 21’8” (6.61 m)
Draft: 3’9” (1.1 m)
Displacement: 30,490 lbs (13.83 t)
Water: 170 US gal (640 l)
Fuel: 370 US gal (1,400 l)
Engines: 2 x 250/320/370 HP
Cruising speed: 17 knots
Max speed: over 20 knots
Price: From € 769,000 ex-tax

www.leopardcatamarans.com

Dracan 42

A Modern and Successful Design

 
 
The Dracan 42, launched by a dynamic team based in Poland, draws on the expertise of the builder Model Art, and was presented in model form at boot Düsseldorf 2024 before the public got the chance to discover it in a world premiere “at home” in July at the 5th edition of the Polboat Yachting Festival. This new powercat has now gone on to challenge - among others - the Makai 37 and the Yot 41 in Cannes, with a few key features: the modern design of this semi-open hull is unmistakably successful, and the carefully designed layout, with 2, 3 or 4 cabins, will adapt to any program. The deck layout is ideal for relaxation, with large sun loungers aft and a forward cockpit.

Builder: Dracan Marine/Model Art
Architect: Dracan Marine
Design: Blazejak Yacht Design
Length overall: 41’3” (12.6 m)
Hull length: 41’ (12.5 m)
Waterline length: 33’3” (10.14 m)
Beam: 15’10” (4.85 m)
Draft: 23” (0.6 m) / 3’11” (1.2 m)
Air draft: 14’5” (4.3 m)
Displacement (incl. motors): 23,809 lbs (10.8 t)
Max engine size: 2 x 400 HP
Max speed: > 30 knots
Fuel: 2 x 132 US gal (2 x 500 l)
Water: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
CE Certification: B8/C12/D16
Price: From € 521,430 ex-tax

www.dracanmarine.com

Aquila 42 Yacht

Attractive and Signed by VPLP

 
 
The Aquila 42 Yacht had its world premiere at the 2024 Miami International Boat Show. If the design of the hulls seems very faithful to the spirit of the brand with a “classic” bow slope and the famous bulbs typical of the large Aquila models, the hulls are actually designed by VPLP. The 42 is now the smallest model in the Yacht range; she offers two spacious staterooms with a utility cabin in the standard configuration, engine options from Volvo Penta, loads of storage, and comfortable spaces in the cockpit, flybridge, and foredeck. Additional configurations include a 3 and 4 cabin version.

Builder: Aquila Boats
Length overall: 41’6” (12.64 m)
Beam: 21’ (6.4 m)
Air draft: 18’ (5.49 m)
Light Displacement: 34,168 lbs (15.7 t)
Fuel: 290 US gal (1,100 l)
Water: 120 US gal (460 l)
Drivetrain: 2 x 230/300 HP
Price: US 813,442

www.aquilaboats.com

MY5

Much Better Than a 50-foot Cabin Cruiser

 
 
The contemporary and dynamic design features sculpted topsides and stepped bows. The flybridge is particularly large, with a lounge, a sunbathing area, the essential cockpit and a proper outdoor galley. A forward cockpit further enhances the exterior spaces. From the inside, the 360-degree view allows you to cruise, sheltered in complete serenity, within earshot of the rest of the crew. The beautiful galley provides the link with the large cockpit, which in turn opens onto the large optional aft platform. The owner’s suite on the port side is well-worth a look, with two guest cabins on the starboard side. The MY range (which is shortly to see a change of name) is now being built at the Guy Couach shipyard in the Bassin d’Arcachon region of southwest France.

Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 42’4”/45’10” (12.91/13.98 m)
Beam: 19’7” (5.96 m)
Light Displacement: 34,175 lbs (15.5 t)
Draft: 3’8” (1.12 m)
Cabins: 3
Water: 119 US gal (450 l)
Fuel: 2 x 185 US gal (2 x 700 l)
Engines: 2 x 300 / 440 HP
Price: € 803,000 ex-tax

www.fountaine-pajot.com

Aquila 44 Yacht

It Remains One of the Pillars of the Powercat Market

 
 
Launched over 10 years ago, the Aquila 44 is one of those rare powercats to have been built in almost 200 examples. It’s the XXL-sized volume of this model that surprises anyone who gets the chance to sail on her. At the heart of the range designed by the visionary Lex Raas, the Aquila 44 is above all a comfortable powercat: the living space offered easily seduces a hedonistic clientele. Ultimately, the three cabins offered as standard (4 cabins have been available since 2018), as well as the interior equipment, are perfectly consistent with its program - use in charter or for private cruising. This model now features bulbous bows, following in the footsteps of the bigger models in the Aquila range.

Builder: Aquila Boats
Length: 44’1” (13.44 m)
Beam: 21’6” (6.56 m)
Air Draft: 18’8” (5.7 m)
Displacement: 35,050 lbs (15.9 t)
Engines: 2 x 225 HP
Fuel: 290 US gal (1,100 l)
Price: US$ 933,579 ex-tax

www.aquilaboats.com

Longreach 1400

Long-term Cruising

 
 
The Longreach 1400 stands out from its competitors with its the strongly inverted bows: this powercat looks to be perfectly suited to long-distance cruising at any latitude, thanks to its large fuel capacity (up to 1,475 US gal/5,600 l) which guarantees a range of 3,000 miles at a speed of 8 knots. Comfort seems to have been particularly well catered for, both inside and on deck: the Longreach 1400 has an incredible owner’s cabin, an immense flybridge and a hydraulic platform. In the standard version, the builder fits two keels to each hull, ensuring perfect positioning when taking the ground and to protect the propellers and rudders in all circumstances. A Hi Performance version is available with foils.

Builder: Longreach Catamarans
Length overall: 44’1” (13.45 m)
Beam: 21’4” (6.5 m)
Draft: 3’7” (1.10 m)
Displacement: 37,500 lbs (17 t)
Fuel: 630 to 1,480 US gal (2,400 to 5,600 l)
Water: 317 US gal (1,200 l)
Engines: 2 x 600 HP
Max speed: >20 knots

www.multihullcentral.com

HammerCat 45

Several Deck Layouts Available

 
 
The HammerCat 45 presents lines with narrow hulls at the waterline, a gullwing-shaped nacelle sitting high above the water, and the famous truncated bow. The latter is tilting and integrates a staircase for a direct access to the sea... or onto the sand. The builders are offering several deck plans so that their HammerCat 45 can be used as a fast offshore cruiser, for sports fishing, as a dive boat, etc. As far as the engines are concerned, there’s no messing about: twin 600 HP outboards are offered, or a pair of 440 HP Yanmar diesel inboards. So it comes as no surprise that 55 knots is within easy reach... but the hull is capable of motoring at 30/35 knots in excellent conditions of comfort with much more reasonable fuel consumption figures than those of a monohull.

Builder: Hammer Yachts
Length: 45’ (13.7 m)
Beam: 13’9” (4.2 m)
Air draft: 9’10” (3 m)
Displacement: 15,435 lbs (7 t)
Max power: 2 x 600 HP outboards or 2 x 440 inboards
Cruising speed: 30/35 knots
Max speed: 55 knots
Fuel: 580 US gal (2,200 l)
Water: 52 US gal (200 l)

www.hammeryachts.com

MY6

One Hull Dedicated to the Owner

 
 
The MY6 is the largest Fountaine Pajot in the Motor Yacht range. This model represents the quintessence of the yard’s know-how in terms of comfort and seakeeping qualities on two hulls. Thanks to its top speed, cruising speed range and premium comfort, the model saw an immediate success. By offering a particularly attractive owner’s hull, much more space than on a monohull, and incomparable stability, the concept is sure to appeal to all motorboat lovers, offering a particularly attractive owner’s hull, significantly more room than there would be on an equivalent monohull, with incomparable stability – both under way and at anchor.

Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 44’9” (14 m) / 50’8” (15.44 m)
Beam: 21’8” (6.6 m)
Draft: 4’4” (1.31 m)
Displacement: 35,935 lbs (16.3 t)
Engines: 2 x 380/480 HP
Fuel: 2 x 264 US gal (2 x 1,000 l)
Price: € 1,088,000 ex-tax

www.fountaine-pajot.com

Vandal 46 Explorer

An Adventurous Explorer with a Central Foil for Reduced Fuel Consumption

 
 
The Vandal Marine brand was created by Dutch manufacturer Tenderworks, who specialize in tenders for megayachts. The main idea behind the project was to bring to market a true “all-terrain” powercat, inspired by workboats and featuring an innovative design with asymmetrical hulls linked by a central foil capable of optimizing the equation that combines speed/consumption/passage though the water. The aluminum hulls are protected by impressive thick scantlings, and the welded parts throughout the deck are impressive. The 46 Explorer is fitted out in a somewhat rustic fashion, with a single, relatively spartan double cabin. However, a number of customization options, such as the fabric enclosure for the flybridge enhance the level of comfort. According to the manufacturer, at 20 knots, fuel consumption is reduced by 30%, giving a range of over 200 miles. It’s worth noting that despite the foiling design, the Vandal is still perfectly capable of taking the ground – you’re either an explorer or you’re not... A second 60-foot (18 m) model is currently under study.

Builder: Vandal Marine
Architect: Jutson Marine Design
Length overall: 46’ (14 m)
Waterline length: 39’ (12 m)
Beam: 14’ (4.4 m) Draft: 2’6” (0.8 m)
Light displacement: 26,015 lbs (11.8 t)
Drivetrain: 2 x 425 HP Yamaha XTO
Cruising speed: 20/28 knots Max speed: 40 knots
Fuel: 333 US gal (1,260 l)
Water: 79 US gal (300 l)

www.vandalmarine.com

Leopard 46PC

A Nacelle Equipped with a Forward Door

 
 
The new 46PC borrows the design of her bigger sistership, the 53PC, with hulls designed from the outset start as motorboat hulls. These feature very large lateral windows, while the forward windows of the coachroof are vertical in order to integrate the forward door more easily - all these windows are made in tempered glass for maximum clarity and to give good longevity. Inside, the 46PC is available in a 3 or 4-cabin version with special attention having been paid to comfort: wide, comfortable berths accessible from the side, increased floor space and improved interior lighting. The two engines – either 250, 320 or 370 HP - are completely isolated from the living area. With the boat in lightship condition, with the most powerful engine configuration, the maximum speed is 25 knots - 20 knots when fully loaded. The range varies from 250 to 1,500 nm depending on the speed.

Builder: Robertson & Caine
Length: 46’4” (14.13 m)
Beam: 24’1” (7.34 m)
Draft: 3’1” (0.94 m)
Light displacement: 36,945 lbs (16,758 kg)
Engines: 2 x Yanmar Diesels 250/320/370 HP
Max speed: 20 to 25 knots
Fuel: 475 US gal (1,800 l)
Water: 185 US gal (700 l)
Price: From € 949,000 ex-tax

www.leopardcatamarans.com

Hudson 47

One Hull Dedicated to the Owner

 
 
In addition to its HH sailing range, the Hudson shipyard also offers power catamarans under the name of Hudson Powercat. While the silhouette of earlier models differed markedly from the sailing range, this is no longer the case with the elegant Hudson 47, which features inverted bows and a rounded coachroof top. As for the hulls, we’re dealing with some heavyweight stuff: like those of the freshly announced Hudson 63, they are signed by Stimson Marine Design and use the same CFD tools as those on the America’s Cup AC75s, no less! Inside, there’s a large interior helm station with an attractive two-seater helm chair, and the owner’s suite takes its place in the starboard hull. A third 52-foot model is due to be presented shortly.

Builder: Hudson Powercat
Length: 47’ (14.33 m)
Beam: 22’8” (6.9 m)
Displacement: 47,400 lbs (21.5 t)
Engines: 2 x 480 HP
Speed: 27/30 knots
Fuel: 395 US gal (1,500 l)

www.hudsonyachtmarine.com

Archipelago 47

An Aluminum Powercat for Extreme Programs

 
 
Constructed in aluminum and with ocean passagemaking capabilities, this new powercat built in the UK is perfectly suited for expeditions and cruising far from the beaten track. The builder has taken great care to combine robustness and comfort - the interior is fitted out with the greatest of care and is even equipped with an underfloor heating system, contrasting with the “utilitarian” appearance conjured up in large part by the forward windows whose slope is reversed. Note the large trampolines up front, now a very atypical feature aboard a powercat. Our only one regret with the deck plan is that there are no footbraces (much less any sort of bulwark...) on the side decks. The nacelle remains very open to the cockpit - the latter, decked with synthetic teak and its after end becoming a neat aft platform. A large part of the coachroof is taken up by a roof rack, which is very practical for carrying kayaks or paddleboards. The builder also offers hybrid and electric propulsion systems and will soon be designing other models with the aim of creating a complete range.

Builder: Archipelago Yachts
Length: 47’7” (14.5 m)
Beam: 21’4” (6.5 m)
Draft: 2’8” (0.8 m)
Light displacement: 37,475 lbs (17 t)
Max speed: >30 knots
Engines: 2 x 420 HP Iveco
Fuel: 528 US gal (2,000 l)
Water: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Range: 3,000 nm

www.archipelago-yachts.co.uk

Cora 48

A Semi-custom Powercat Available with 2, 3 or 4 Cabins

 
 
Built in Thailand at the highly reputed PMG shipyard, the Cora 48 is an evolution of the Heliotrope 48. Philippe Guenat and naval architect Dr Albert Nazarov, who created the Cora Catamarans brand, designed a new deck mold and have completely redesigned the interior. The 48 is constructed using the infusion technique to save weight, while the sleek hulls and good bridgedeck clearance reduce drag and limit slamming. Limiting your speed to 8 knots, you can enjoy a range of 1,400 nautical miles. The Cora Cat 48 is a semi-custom unit and is available in several versions, with 2, 3 or 4 cabins. The main deck is topped by a huge flybridge and that, too, is also available in several versions.

Builder: Cora Catamarans/PMG Shipyard
Length: 48’5” (14.75 m)
Beam: 23’9” (7.23 m)
Draft: 3’3” (99 cm)
Air draft: 22’8” (6.79 m)
Light displacement: 36,800 lbs (16.7 t)
Engines: 2 x 260 HP
Fuel: 525 US gal (2,000 l)
Range: 1,400 nm at 8 knots
CE Certification: A

www.coracatamarans.com

Prestige M48

A New Power Catamaran, a New Range of Boats…

 
 
Motorboat manufacturer Prestige already has three monohull ranges, making them one of the undisputed world leaders in the sector, with over 4,000 units produced over the past 30 years. So it came as a nice surprise for powercat enthusiasts to see the launch of a powercat range called M, which aims to soon account for 40% of the brand’s sales. The Prestige M48, unveiled in summer 2022, was the first model. It features very clean lines and respects the brand’s design - it is still the Italian studio Garroni Design in charge. The living area includes a saloon, the galley and a helm station. The large forward cabin is a success. In the hulls, the cabins embedded deep between the central floor and the bottom of the nacelle are unprecedented on board powercats of this category.

Builder: Prestige Yachts
Architect: Philippe Briand/Valentina Militerno De Romedis
Design: Garroni Design
Overall length: 48’6” (14.79 m)
Beam: 19’7” (5.98 m)
Draft: 3’11” (1.2 m)
Air draft: 19’4” (5.9 m)
Light displacement: 38,540 lbs (17.48 t)
Cruising speed: 15.8 knots
Max speed: 19 knots
Fuel: 317 US gal (1,200 l)
Engines: 2 x 320 HP
CE category: B12/C14/D16

www.prestige-yachts.com

Omaya 50

1,600 Square Feet of Living Space

 
 
The Omaya 50 is one of the newcomers to the market, selling not only living space - in this case 1,615 square feet (150 square meters) - but also luxury, as evidenced by the first renderings of the interior. The overall design is not to be outdone, featuring rather clean lines. The large saloon can accommodate 10 people at table - in either dining or coffee configuration. The hulls can house a huge Owner’s suite to port and two guest cabins to starboard, or four cabins. The forepeaks can be customized according to the captain’s wishes. On deck, there are two cockpits connected via side-decks or through the nacelle’s forward door. A large aft platform completes the sugarscoops. The flybridge is accessible via two staircases.

Builder: Omaya Yachts/Elica Yard
Architect: i-Yacht
Length overall: 49’2” (14.98 m)
Waterline length: 46’10” (14.27 m)
Beam: 27’6” (8.39 m)
Air draft: 22’9” (6.94 m)
Draft: 3’5” (1.05 m)
Displacement: 45,200 lbs (20.5 t)
Engines: 2 x 150/320/440 HP
Fuel: 187 to 290 US gal (710 to 1,100 l)
Cabins: 3/4
CE Category: A14

www.omaya-yachts.com

Whisper 50

A New range of Forevergreen Powercats

 
 
Symphony Marine is getting into the electric catamaran market with models from 40 to 60 feet. Guy Marchal, the founder of the Whisper Yachts brand, asked Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design to draw this environmentally friendly catamaran with 430 square feet (40 m²) of solar panels (6 kWp), a 240-kWh battery bank and a pair of either 50 or 100-kW Torqeedo electric motors. The Whisper 50 should be able to provide “clean” propulsion at 5/6 knots. It can of course sail faster - up to 18 knots - but at that speed, recharging the batteries is necessary through the generator and/or the shore power. The deck layout does not seem to inhibit the surface area of the solar panels - many areas remain well clear. Inside, the nacelle offers a decent amount of area, generously bordered by sliding windows.
The manufacturer offers a three or four-cabin version.

Builder: Symphony Marine
Naval Architect: Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design
Hull length: 49’3” (15 m)
Beam: 24’7” (7.5 m)
Draft: 3’ (0.92 m)
Light displacement: 50,700 lbs (23 t)
Drivetrain: 2 x 50/100 kW
Generator: 2 x 20/35 kW
Fuel: 2 x 40 US gal (150 l)
Cruising speed: 10 knots
Max speed: 14 knots
Price: From € 1,780,000 ex-tax

www.whisper-yachts.com

Aquila 47 Molokai

Built for All-weather Fishing

 
 
Aquila is strengthening its Offshore range with this 47 Molokai, capable of taking you offshore for big-game fishing in complete safety. Inspired by the Hawaiian seafaring spirit as well as the world of offshore racing, this powerful new model is not only impressive for its sporty lines, but also for its power (up to 4 x 450 HP on the transom!). The construction incorporates carbon bulkheads fore and aft to ensure optimum rigidity. Comfort has not been neglected, however, with 7 well-protected hard-top seats, an attractive forward lounge and a proper cabin.

Builder: Aquila Boats
Length overall: 49’4” (15.06 m)
Hull length: 45’8” (13.94 m)
Beam: 14’7” (4.44 m)
Draft with engines up: 2’2” (0.66 m)
Draft under way: 3’8” (1.11 m)
Light displacement: 22,818 lbs (10.35 t)
Engines: 2 x 300/400 HP outboards
Fuel: 1,048 US gal (3,960 l)
Price: US$ 1,298,150 ex-tax

www.aquilaboats.com
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