BREAKING NEWS - F43 POWER OPEN - A day-boat of dreams...
PROJECT - Not much is yet known about this project by the Italian manufacturer Delta Catamarans - their website is still showing an enigmatic «Coming Soon»... But the first images have started to circulate: the F43 Power displays a flush deck layout and a modest bimini to protect the central area - and thus the helm station. The forward area, which is significantly raised up, looks likely to be fitted out. A radical, uncluttered look that perfectly matches the engine choice of outboard motors.
Builder: Delta Catamarans
Length: 42’8” (13 m)
Beam: 23’5” (7.13 m)
Engines: 75 to 250 HP
Fuel: 158 US gal (600 l)
BREAKING NEWS - SOEL SENSES 48 OPEN - For happy weekends on the water...
Since 2011, Soel Yachts have been designing and building electric catamarans for professional use. They’ve made a change of course with their new Soel Senses 48, intended for a clientele of private owners. This boat’s highperformance electric propulsion offers flattering cruising and maximum speeds - 10 and 18 knots respectively - while ensuring a (maximum) range of 56 miles. The nacelle incorporates the helm station, and it opens completely to the cockpit. Two lateral doors facilitate circulation to the forward sunbathing area, and the electric passerelle integrated into the deck. Each hull is equipped with a double cabin and a bathroom.
Builder: Soel Yachts
Length: 47’7” (14.5 m)
Beam: 16’9” (5.1 m)
Draft: 28” (0.7 m)
Motors: 2 x 40 or 100 kW
Solar panels: 2.7 kWp
Batteries: 71 or 142 kWh
Water: 105 US gal (400 l)
GEMINI FREESTYLE 399 POWER - Perfect for day sailing! !
True to the philosophy of all their models, Gemini have kept the beam of their powercat low - less dockspace required and the possibility of using most inland waterways. The 399 Power is a clever evolution of the Freestyle 37: with its center console, this new Freestyle frees up an astonishing deck space. The hulls have evolved to facilitate planing, and the keels are reduced to limit draft. Two modest Suzuki DF90A outboards allow a cruising speed of 15 knots and 22.5 knots at full throttle.
Builder: Gemini Catamarans
Length: 41’2” (12.55 m)
Beam: 14’ (4.27 m)
Draft: 18” (0.46 m)
Displacement: 10,000 lbs (4.54 t)
Motorization: 2 x 90 HP outboards
Fuel: 20 or 30 US gal (76 or 114 l)
Price: tba
www.geminicatamarans.com
NEW ! BALI CATSPACE MY - Integral deck
This new model is pretty close in size to her bigger sister, the 4.3 MY. But look a little deeper and you’ll see this powercat has less volume – 758 sq ft (70.4 m²) of usable space as opposed to 894 sq ft (83.1 m²) for the 4.3 – and is noticeably cheaper. The platform is based on the sailing version with an imposing - but nevertheless harmonious - flybridge, accessible from both sides. The philosophy of this Catspace MY is to further optimize the Bali concept - open volumes, ease of use, comfort - by exploiting 100% of the available deck space. The choice of engines ranges from 2 x 150 to 2 x 250 HP. With whichever option, priority is given to range with up to 370 US gal (1,400 liters) of fuel and 185 US gal (700 liters) of water. The Catspace MY will likely be launched by the end of the year.
Builder: Catana Group
Length: 42’2” (12.86 m)
Beam: 21’7” (6.59 m)
Light displacement: 23,600 lbs (10.7 t)
Draft: 2’11” (0.89 m)
No. of cabins: 3 to 4
Water: 185 US gal (700 l)
Fuel: 370 US gal (1,400 l)
Engines: 2 x 150 / 250 HP
Price: € 421,400 ex-tax
MY 40 - Cruising on the flybridge...
Fountaine Pajot presented the MY 40 two years ago now, filling the gap between the 37 and the 44. The design is more contemporary, dynamic, with its 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 choice of a moderate cruising speed means a good range for all Volvo IPS engines.
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 42’6” / 45’10” (12.91 m /13.98 m)
Beam: 19’7” (5.96 m)
Light Displacement: 29,760 lbs (13,500 kg)
Draft: 3’7” (1.10 m)
No. of cabins: 3
Water: 119 US gal (450 l)
Diesel: 2 x 185 US gal (2 x 700 l)
Engines: 2 x 300 / 370 HP
Price: € 543,705 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com
LEOPARD 43PC - All the comfort og a 50 footer!
To replace the 39, Leopard gave an extra 4 feet to architects Simonis & Voogd. And the benefits have included the interior volume, subtly increased by the presence of a chine, the exterior spaces, but also the performance since the top speed now climbs to 24 knots. Note that the chosen powertrain is generous with twin 320 HP’s. This allows a wonderful range of 1,000 nautical miles (at 5 knots with a single engine running), which reduces to 180 nm at full speed. A flybridge, direct forward access from the galley, 3 and 4-cabin versions plus crew: so many more things that make this “little” Leopard a powercat that has nothing to envy on bigger boats.
Builder: Robertson & Caine
Length: 42’8” (13 m)
Beam: 22’ (6.72 m)
Displacement: 30,600 lbs (13.89 t)
Engines: 2 x 260 HP
Top speed: 23 knots
Fuel capacity: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Price: € 455,000 ex-tax
www.leopardcatamarans.com
BALI 4.3 MY - 100% pleasure!
This first powercat from the Bali brand has seen great commercial success, with 20 units ordered in 18 months. We appreciated the original design with a marked drop-off at the back of the hulls, the super comfortable flybridge and of course all the particular features of a Bali: pivoting/ tilting rear door, retractable windows, large cabins and huge refrigerator. And our test model, after her 2,000-nm trip around Spain, was able to demonstrate her nautical qualities and reliability.
Builder: Catana Group
Length: 43’ (13.10 m)
Beam: 23’4” (7.12 m)
Light Displacement: 28,000 lbs (12.70 t)
Draft: 3’ (0.90 m)
No. of cabins: 2 to 4
Water: 211 US gal (800 l)
Diesel: 211 or 422 US gal (800 or 1,600 l)
Engines: 2 x 180 / 250 HP
Price: € 541,800 ex-tax
40 OPEN SUNREEF POWER - The star among powercats
From Cannes to Abu Dhabi, Monaco to Miami, this was last year’s star boat. It must be said that with its metallic hulls, underwater lights, white leather bucket-seats, carbon black T-top, full teak deck, forward cockpit, up to the 5-star bathroom, the 40 Open has done nothing to go unnoticed. The must-have is the after end of its tilting topsides that create a vast sunbathing area in the center of a huge terrace overlooking the water. Once at sea, go-kart maneuverability and sports performance will win you over – up to 60 knots top speed with the most powerful engine option.
Builder: Sunreef Yachts
Length: 43’ (13.10 m)
Beam: 17’1” (5.20 m) Light
Displacement: not stated
Draft: 28” (0.70 m)
Number of cabins: 1 / 2
Water: 32 US gal (120 l)
Diesel: 264 US gal (1,000 l)
Engines: 2 x 435 / 860 HP
Price: on request
FLASH CAT 43 - Already aclassic!
Launched in 2015, this powercat built in Valencia, Spain, is derived from the previous model: it has kept the same rather successful lines with its evolutive deck form while seeing many additional features - aft platform, large 195 sq ft (18 m²) flybridge, and redesigned owner’s bathroom. Powered by two 170 to 350 HP diesels, the Flash Cat cruises at speeds between 16 and 20 knots, with a top speed of 27 knots with the most powerful variation. The layout can be customized according to your wishes
Builder: Flash Catamarans
Length: 43’4” (13.20 m)
Beam: 18’10” (5.75 m)
Draft: 3’9” (1.15 m)
Displacement: 27,560 lbs (12.5 t)
Engines: 2 x 170 to 350 HP
Fuel: 370 US gal (1,400 l)
Water: 158 US gal (600 l)
Price: € 348,000 ex-tax
ECOPOWER X44 - The power is modest, the price even more so
An evolution of the Andaman 42 sailing version, the Ecopower X44 has hulls more adapted for engine use. Gilles Reigner, who has been at the helm of the Thai shipyard for the past two years, has opted for a sensible powertrain of 2 x 110 HP, or 2 x 40 kW electric (with 325 sq ft / 30 m² of solar panels and diesel generator) in order to comfortably do 15 knots and to keep maintenance costs under control. The roof over the flybridge is retractable in order to pass beneath bridges. The strong point of this model is its particularly attractive starting price compared to its competitors of the same length.
Builder: Catathai
Overall length: 44’ (13.40 m)
Beam: 23’2” (7.05 m)
Draft: 3’11” (1.20 m)
Light displacement: 20,950 lbs (9.5 t)
Max laden displacement: 31,970 lbs (14.5 t)
Motors: 2 x 110 HP or 40 kW
Range: up to 2,000 miles
Price: € 289,000 ex-tax
NEW ! ELITE 44 - A revised and updated Scape 42
Nova Luxe is preparing a new 44-foot model based on the Scape 42. Specialist in hybrid motorized catamarans, Nova Luxe have retained the excellent Simonis/Voogd-designed hulls. Their Elite 44 looks like it’s going to be more powerful and even more comfortable: it will be lengthened, a large solar panel will be added, and a complete overhaul of the interior is on the program. As for the build, the hulls will still be made in South Africa, as will the installation of the bulkheads. The finishing and the installation of equipment will be carried out in Florida. The launch of the first Elite 44 is scheduled for the spring of 2022
Builder: Nova Luxe
Length: 44’ (13.41 m)
Beam: 21’ (6.40 m)
Draft: 3’5” (1.04 m)
Engines: 2 x 55 kW or 55 kW and 220 HP
Price: US$ 900,000 ex-tax
www.novaluxeyachts.com
HAVANA 44 POWERCAT -Owner's cabin on the main deck
A very discreet South African manufacturer... but an interesting new model with its long sloping coachroof that can accommodate a superb owner’s cabin on the same level. Inside, the interior sees varnished woodwork, noble materials and all the latest equipment. The first Havana 44 built is available for sale in Florida. Rather narrow compared to its competitors, the 44 boasts a wonderful top speed of 24 knots.
Builder: Cruiser Cats
Length: 44’ (13.41 m)
Beam: 13’9” (4.19 m)
Max speed: 24 knots
Range: 1,500 nautical miles
Price: $ 1,200,000
FaceBook : CruiserCats
QUAD 44 - A raised nacelle
PROJECT - This catamaran propelled by electric motors opts for a nacelle raised above the floats, which are reminiscent of skids: the aim is to protect the living area as much as possible from spray, whatever the sea conditions. While the nacelle remains relatively conventional, the cabins are much less so, since they incorporate rounded structures at the bow and stern - the hulls are therefore not actually fitted out
Builder: Quad Marine
Length: 44’1” (13.44 m)
Beam: 27’10” (8.5 m)
Range: 50 to 100 nautical miles
Price: tba
AQUILA 44 - A very attractive volume
The XXL-sized volume of this model is the thing that surprises anyone who gets the chance to sail on it. 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.
Builder: Aquila Catamarans
Length: 44’1” (13.44 m)
Beam: 21’6” (6.56 m)
Displacement: 35,050 lbs (15.9 t)
Engines: 2 x 225 HP
Fuel: 290 US gal (1,100 l)
Price: US$ 768,687 ex-tax
www.aquilaboats.com
MARES 45 FT YACHT FISH - Asymetric hulls
This model is the smallest in the Mares range, a company specializing in luxury models - up to 160 feet. As always at this Florida-based manufacturer, the hulls are asymmetrical in order to offer better performance (up to 35 knots, 27 for cruising), more stability and lower fuel consumption. The 45 Ft Yacht Fish, as its name suggests, has been optimized for the most demanding of fishermen - from the Mares Motor Yacht version. This is evidenced by its huge aft cockpit, but also by the possibility for the pilot to see what is happening there from the flybridge. Other models available: the Mares 47 and 65.
Builder: Mares Power Catamarans
Length: 44’7” (13.59 m)
Beam: 15’ (4.57 m)
Light Displacement: 31,970 lbs (14,500 kg)
Engines: 2 x 435 HP
Fuel capacity: 450 US gal (1,703 l)
Draft: 20” (0.51 m)
No. of berths: 6
Price: $ 1,035,000 ex-tax
www.maresinternational.com
NEW ! HAMMERCAT 45 - A la carte deck layout
Following the 35 that we discovered at Miami back in February – which will be on test in a forthcoming issue - her big sister, the HammerCat 45, is already out of the box... she keeps the same overall 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: four outboard motors of 527 HP each means that 55 knots is within easy reach... 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: 44’11’’ (13.7 m)
Beam: 13’9” (4.2 m)
Air draft: 9’10” (3 m)
Displacement: N/A
Max. motors: 4 x 527 HP
Cruising speed: 30/35 knots
Max speed: 55 knots
Fuel capacity: 580 US gal (2,200 l)
Water capacity: 52 US gal (200 l)
Price: $ 779,000 ex-tax
MY 44 - One hull just for the owner
This is the largest Fountaine Pajot in the Motor Yacht range. The MY 44 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 MY 44 was an immediate success. By offering a particularly attractive owner’s hull, much more space than on a monohull, and incomparable stability - whether under way or at anchor - the concept is sure to appeal to all motorboat lovers!
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 45’11” (14 m) / 50’8” (15.44 m)
Beam: 21’8” (6.61 m)
Engines: 2 x 370/435 HP
Range: 1,000 nautical miles
Fuel capacity: 2 x 264 US gal (2 x 1,000 l)
Price: € 727,442 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com
FLASH CAT 47 - All the curves
Its sober design is ageing rather well and enhances a well thought-out and functional deck plan and interior. The vacuum infusion construction allows the weight to be contained. The extensive engine possibilities make it possible to have, from the same base, a quiet trawler or a sharp and fast powercat - the choice is yours!
Builder: Flash Catamarans
Length: 46’1” (14.05 m)
Beam: 19’8” (6 m)
Draft: 3’9” (1.15 m)
Displacement: 35,275 lbs (16 t)
Engines: 2 x 220 to 480 HP
Fuel: 383 US Gal (1,450 l)
Water: 118 US gal (450 l)
Price: € 348,000 ex-tax
NAUTITECH 47 POWER - Une version moteur réussie
First seen early 2018 at Düsseldorf, the very first Nautitech Power is a direct descendent of the Nautitech 46 Sail. Like her, she is available in in Sedan or Flybridge versions and has seen a complete restyling this past year. During our test, this model proved to have excellent seakeeping qualities when under way. The 47 has a nice variety of programs: coastal cruising at 22 knots or long-distance cruising with a 1,000-mile range at 9 knots, the choice is yours. On board, the saloon/cockpit typical of the brand, as well as an understated, yet chic and efficient design. You could lose count of the outside spaces, between the flybridge, sunbathing area, forward cockpit, and even the aft hydraulic platform, as useful for carrying the dinghy as it is for use as a private bathing platform.
Builder: Nautitech Catamarans
Length: 46’8” (14.23 m)
Beam: 24’9” (7.54 m)
Light Displacement: 31,550 lbs (14.31 t)
Draft: 3’11” (1.20 m)
Engines: 2 x 225 or 2 x 300 HP
Range: 1,000 nautical miles
Cruising speed: 9 knots
Top speed: 22 knots
Fuel capacity: 290 US gal (1,100 l)
No. of cabins: 3 / 4
Price: € 641,898 ex-tax
HUDSON POWERCAT 48 - The 4X4 of the seas
Hudson, in addition to their HH range of sailboats, are offering motor catamarans, badged under the name Hudson Powercat. The silhouette differs significantly from the catamarans in the sailing range. Performance, with a speed of 25 knots, and luxurious amenities remain on the agenda. The interior volumes have increased under Bill Dixon Design’s pencil, offering a magnificent owner’s cabin with a view over the sea. 52 and 56-foot versions are also available.
Builder: Hudson Powercat
Length: 47’6” (14.47 m)
Beam: 22’5” (6.82 m)
Displacement: 47,400 lbs (21.5 t)
Engines: 2 x 260 HP or 2 x 370 HP or 2 x 480 HP
Speed: 24 knots
Fuel: 396 US gal (1,500 l)
Price: $ 1,100,000 ex-tax
www.hudsonpowercat.com
NEW ! ELITE 50 - Hybride ou 100% électrique
Fort de ses trois ans d’expérience dans le domaine de « l’électrification » de powercats à moteurs thermiques, Nova Luxe a dévoilé en août dernier son premier modèle. Plutôt élégant avec sa ligne de pont surbaissée au niveau du cockpit, l’Elite 50 offre un beau volume habitable et un immense flybridge. Ce dernier est protégé par un hard top, lequel supporte 10 kW de panneaux solaires – de quoi fournir assez d’énergie pendant 24 h au mouillage. La version GE intègre deux moteurs électriques et un générateur, tandis que le modèle DE propose un moteur diesel de 300 CV dont l’alternateur est boosté à 15 kW – contre 1 kW au départ – et un moteur électrique.
Constructeur : Nova Luxe
Longueur : 14,81 m
Largeur : 7,32 m
Déplacement : 11 t
Tirant d’eau : 0,99 m
Motorisation : 2 x 100 kW, ou 100 kW et 300 CV
Prix : 1 300 000 $ HT
NEW ! AVENTURA A14 - 2 à 6 cabines au choix..
Aventura Catamarans is announcing a 45’ (14 m) powercat powered by two 440 HP Yanmar engines. The main innovation of this new boat will be a raised nacelle floor, freeing up 28” (70 cm) of height – and this volume is where all the technical equipment except the engines is installed, so that no fewer than 6 cabins can be accommodated in the hulls. An owner’s version is nevertheless planned, with two immense cabins. There’s always the option to choose something in between: as standard, the A14 is equipped with three cabins and two bathrooms.
Builder: Aventura Catamarans
Overall length: 48’11” (14.90 m)
Beam: 24’7” (7.50 m)
Draft: 3’3” (1 m)
Light displacement: 37,500 lbs (17 t)
Fuel: 2 x 396 US gal (2 x 1 500 l) (+ 264 US gal/1,000 l optional)
Engines: 2 x 320 to 2 x 440 HP
Price: € 595,000 ex-tax
www.aventura-catamarans.com
