Catana 53 NEW 2016
With this brand new 53-foot catamaran, Catana is presenting a handsome, powerful boat for all lovers of long-term voyages afloat. A boat thought out and developed in-house by the company’s R&D department, assisted by several architects’ offices. We find a good number of ideas which were already present on the 59, a precursor in the more than innovative way of managing the space aboard a catamaran, by offering a unique volume between the salon and the cockpit. The 53 of course uses this concept once again. The other new feature that first appeared on the 59 is the use of curved daggerboards, which, in addition to giving the boat the looks of a ‘racer’, allow an improvement in the boat’s performance. Finally, as the 53 is aimed at long-term cruising couples or families, it is particularly easy to handle shorthanded, and there is an excellent view over the water from wherever you are aboard, necessary for safety! The 53 is a boat which has inherited the Catanas’ DNA, to take you around the world quickly and safely.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Catana
Length: 16.18 m
Beam: 8.65 m
Unladen weight: 14 t
Mainsail area: 100 m2
Genoa area: 65 m2
Gennaker area: 107 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 800 l
Diesel: 800 l
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Prix : 974,000 euros exc. tax
Lagoon 52 S NEW 2016
As for the 450, Lagoon is offering its 52 in an F version with a flybridge, and this new version, called SporTop, with a traditional steering position against the coachroof bulkhead. The idea is of course to meet the needs of a clientele looking for a boat to go long-term cruising as a family, and wanting easier communication between the various crew members. With this new configuration, the rig is also lowered, allowing pitching to be reduced still further and making manoeuvres on the boom easier, whilst keeping the same sail area and the aft-positioned rig which caused a sensation when it came out. Another advantage – the bimini can now accommodate a large area of solar panels, to increase the independence of this easy to handle ocean cruising boat, with its self-tacking jib and shorter boom. Finally, we find once again the comfortable and luxurious interiors designed by Nauta Design, offering ergonomics and management of the different areas which are particularly pleasant to live with, both at anchor and at sea.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Lagoon
Length: 15.84 m
Beam: 8.74 m
Unladen weight: 25.73 t
Mainsail area: 97 m2
Self-tacking jib area: 59 m2
Spinnaker area: 255 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 4 x 240 l
Diesel: 2 x 296 l
Engine: 2 x 57 to 2 x 80 hp
Price: 625,000 euros exc. tax
Swiss S55 NEW 2016
Swiss Catamarans is completely renewing its range of multihulls, and in addition to the new S45, will be offering this new 55. The builder wanted to keep to the emblematic size for a blue-water cruiser with this 55-footer, which picks up a number of the characteristics of the much-appreciated S2C 55, but with a new coachroof and accommodation, to better meet the requirements of today’s cruisers. A long-term cruising boat, which is above all seaworthy and offers comfort at sea particularly appreciated by families or couples sailing round the world.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Swiss Catamarans
Length: 17 m
Beam: 7.65 m
Unladen weight: 14 t
Mainsail area: 90 m2
Genoa area: 75 m2
Gennaker area: 118 m2
Number of cabins: 3 to 5
Water: 2 x 400 l
Diesel: 2 x 400 l
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: 1,280,000 euros exc. tax
Rapido 60 NEW 2016
The Rapido is a blue-water cruising trimaran, designed by the architects Morrelli & Melvin and built by Rapido in Vietnam. The idea is to be able to combine the volume aboard with the performance of trimarans and the comfort at sea they provide. The Rapido 60 is thus capable of welcoming up to 8 people in modern, practical and comfortable accommodation. Currently under construction, the Rapido 60 should be able to sail at 25 knots, and be manageable shorthanded. Note that the company is also offering a day charter version of its trimaran.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Rapido Trimarans Ltd
Length: 18.1 m
Beam: 11.7 m
Unladen weight: 8.6 t
Mainsail area: 125 m2
Jib area: 71 m2
Gennaker area: 130 m2
Number of cabins: 3 doubles
Water: 440 l
Diesel: 480 l
Engines: 53 hp
Price: 1,100,000 euros exc. tax
GForce 1800 SSS NEW 2016
The latest addition to the GForce range from the Schionning Designs office is the 1800 SSS, an 18-metre catamaran, ready to take you to the ends of the earth at top speeds in excess of 25 knots, and averages of between 12 and 16 knots. We don’t have to point out that here we are aboard a particularly fast boat! But pleasure and speed under sail are not necessarily incompatible with comfort aboard, as proved by the accommodation aboard this catamaran, which is definitely oriented towards long-term cruising.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: chosen by the owner
Length: 18.30 m
Beam: 8.60 m
Unladen weight: 11.5 t
Sail area: NA
Number of cabins: chosen by the owner
Water: 600 l
Diesel: 600 l
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: By quotation
Tag 50 NEW 2016
The new Tag 50 is currently under construction and goes even further than the company’s 60 in the re-organization of the living areas aboard cruising catamarans. The salon-cockpit area here is one and the same volume, protected by ‘French windows’ which disappear when required. As for the owner’s cabin, it is situated in the forward part of the coachroof, and offers a spectacular view of the sea... Without any doubt, the boat’s ‘must’! What’s more, this is a catamaran which is fast and fun to helm. Enough to enjoy yourself whilst sailing round the world!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Tag Yachts
Length: 15.50 m
Beam: 8.53 m
Unladen weight: 11 t
Mainsail area: 95 m2
Self-tacking jib area: 47 m2
Gennaker area: 220 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 800 l
Diesel: 600 l
Engines: 2 x 39 hp
Price: US$ 970,000 exc. tax
Seawind 1600 NEW 2016
With this 52-footer, Seawind will be offering a brand new flagship for its fleet of ocean-going catamarans. With the Seawind 1600, the designers Reichel-Pugh have of course looked to retain everything that has made the range a success – seaworthy boats which are easy to handle, and above all offer a nice living area aboard. But, with its daggerboards and its modern hull, the 1600 (which is built using infusion) should in addition be particularly fast. To be discovered at the end of 2016...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Seawind Catamarans
Length: 15.74 m
Beam: 7.90 m
Unladen weight: 13 t
Mainsail area: 100 m2
Jib area: 44 m2
Gennaker area: 92 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 600 l
Diesel: 750 l
Engines: 2 x 53 hp
Price: US$ 939,000 exc. tax
Comet Cat 50 NEW 2016
The Italian builder Comar, whose reputation for monohulls is well-established, is now offering a whole range of catamarans. In addition to the Comet Cat 37, which we discovered at the last International Multihull Boat Show, as well as at the Cannes Boat Show, here comes a brand new 50-footer. This catamaran, with its sharp, sporty lines, has been designed to meet the needs of a hedonistic clientele looking for a fast, stylish blue-water cruiser. There is no doubt that with the advertised power/weight ratio, this Comet Cat should be particularly fast...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Comar
Length: 15.60 m
Beam: 7.30 m
Unladen weight: 9.8 t
Mainsail area: 87.3 m2
Genoa area: 55 m2
Code 0 area: 115 m2
Number of cabins: 2, 3 or 4
Water: 2 x 300 l
Diesel: 2 x 180 l
Engines: 2 x 60 hp
Price: 750,000 euros exc. tax
Balance 526 NEW 2016
The first Balance 526 will be launched at Nexus yachts, in South Africa, in a few weeks’ time. Its official presentation will take place at Miami in February 2106. The Balance 526 is a blue-water cruising catamaran whose aim is above all to be independent, and fast. Laden, the catamaran should be able to reel off days at an average of 10/12 knots, whilst speeds of over 20 knots will be within its reach. Finally, the deck plan has been optimised, to be really manageable singlehanded or as a family crew.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Nexus Yachts
Length: 16 m
Beam: 8.28 m
Unladen weight: 9.3 t
Mainsail area: 98.36 m2
Genoa area: 45.46 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 2 x 390 l
Diesel: 2 x 500 l
Engines: 2 x 45 hp
Price: US$ 1,100,000 exc. VAT
Slyder 57 NEW 2016
After the 47, whose commercial success cannot be denied, here comes the new Slyder, the 57. A blue-water cruising catamaran which will be available in a ‘Sport’ version, with curved daggerboards, two steering wheels and an optimized hull, and an ‘Elegance’ version, equipped with stub keels, a lounge on the bimini, and a cosier interior. In any case, the Slyder 57 is designed to offer the best possible compromise between living area aboard and performance, for lovers of long-term voyages.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Slyder Gmbh
Length: 17.30 m
Beam: 8.70 m
Unladen weight: 12 t
Mainsail area: 109 m2
Genoa area: 81 m2
Gennaker area: 165 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Engines: 2 x 57 to 2 x 75 hp
Price: 975,000 euros exc. tax
HH 55 NEW 2016
Designed by the architects Morrelli & Melvin, the HH range should benefit from their experience in racing and fast cruising multihulls, to offer above average performance. Built in carbon-epoxy, the HH 55 is a fast cruising boat, but remains manoeuvrable shorthanded. A catamaran equipped with curved daggerboards and T-shaped rudders for a gentler passage through the waves and even better performance. The HH 55 can be customized, according to each owner’s needs.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Hudson Yacht & Marine
Length: 16.61 m
Beam: 8.3 m
Unladen weight: 13 t
Mainsail area: 114.50 m2
Genoa area: 65.3 m2
Gennaker area: 131 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 2 x 200 l
Diesel: 2 x 300 l
Engines: 2 x 57 hp
Price: 1,670,000 euros exc. tax
O Yachts Class 5 NEW 2016
After having presented the Class 4, the Latvian builder O Yachts has just launched the construction of the very first Class 5, with a launch planned for 2016. Just like the rest of the range, the Class 5’s hulls have been optimized to offer good performance. But the catamaran’s major new feature is the ‘third hull’, devised by Laurent Bourgnon, which doesn’t touch the water except in rough seas, but offers stiffness under sail and comfort inside.
The builder is offering accommodation which can be completely customized, on a 35m² platform, and there is even a version with a flybridge.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: O Yachts
Length: 17/19 m
Beam: 8.98 m
Unladen weight: 12.5 t
Mainsail area: 102 m2
Genoa area: 100 m2
Code 0 area: 143 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 1000 l
Diesel: 1000 l
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: 890,000 euros exc. tax
Privilège Série 5
The Privilège Série 5 was particularly admired at the last Cannes Boat Show, where it was presented to the public for the first time. An ocean cruising boat, with successful accommodation, whose owners can enjoy a catamaran capable of reeling off the miles at a good speed, whilst being incredibly easy to manoeuvre, in a warm, luxurious atmosphere.
A modern boat which has been ‘re-invented’ and again offers the famous owner’s cabin, situated forward of the coachroof in the central pod common to all the Privilèges...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Privilège Marine
Length: 15.24 m
Beam: 7.98 m
Unladen weight: 16.8 t
Mainsail area: 88 m2
Genoa area: 53 m2
Gennaker area: 120 m2
Number of cabins: 3 or 4
Water: 2 x 300 l
Diesel: 2 x 400 l
Engines: 2 x hp
Price: 945,000 euros exc. tax
Ipanema 58 NEW 2016
The new 58-footer from the builder was presented at Cannes for the first time. A prestigious boat, and above all, the first catamaran under 60 feet from the builder to be equipped with a flybridge. Technically easy to handle, the Ipanema offers perfect ergonomics, and a refined comfort which will delight private owners or charter guests. The quality of the deck plan equipment combined with the cutter rig allow it to claim a place of honour amongst the most easily handled big boats.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 17.02 m
Beam: 8.88 m
Unladen weight: 22.5 t
Mainsail area: 102 m2
Genoa area: 67 m2
Number of cabins: 4 to 6 double cabins
Water: 1,050 l
Diesel: 1,100 l
Engines: 2 x 75 to 2 x 110 hp
Price: 1,004,986 euros exc. tax
Outremer 51
Based on the 49 which marked the builder’s revival, the Outremer 51 is a genuine ocean cruising boat - seaworthy, comfortable and capable of taking you to the other side of the world at a good average speed under sail. A real Outremer, but one which in addition offers accommodation and a liveable volume which meet the expectations of today’s sailors. A success!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Outremer Yachting
Length: 15.27 m
Beam: 7.45 m
Unladen weight: 10 t
Mainsail area: 85 m2
Jib area: 40 m2
Engines: 2 x 40 hp
Price: 645,000 euros exc. tax
Lagoon 52 F
The Fly version of the 52 continues its career – in addition to the SporTop version now available. A boat which benefits from an incredible interior and impressive liveable volumes aboard. The aft-positioned rig with a self-tacking jib also makes manoeuvres much easier, whilst limiting pitching. An attractive boat which is as comfortable on a blue-water voyage as it is taking friends for a cruise...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Lagoon
Length: 15.84 m
Beam: 8.74 m
Unladen weight: 26.03 t
Mainsail area: 97 m2
Self-tacking jib area: 59m2
Engines: 2 x 57 to 2 x 80 hp
Price: 664,500 euros exc. tax
Frewflow 52
The Freeflow 52 is a blue-water cruising boat, designed and built uniquely for owners wanting to live aboard and cruise far and for a long time. We therefore find comfortable accommodation and lots of space aboard, genuine easily accessible ‘island’ beds and a good view of the anchorage from the cabins... The Freeflow is built in Australia, using infusion.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Stanton Multihulls
Length: 15.9 m
Beam: 8.6 m
Unladen weight: 9.5 t
Mainsail area: 90 m2
Genoa area: 51 m2
Engines: 2 x 60 hp
Price: By quotation
Majestic 530
If you have a large family or a lot of friends, the Majestic 530 is made for you: it is in fact one of the very rare catamarans on the market to offer up to 6 double cabins and even a version with a flybridge. A boat which in addition is very well-equipped as standard, and whose numerous accommodation versions will appeal to you.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Royal Cape Catamarans
Length: 16.10 m
Beam: 8.75 m
Unladen weight: 20 t
Mainsail area: 85.40 m2
Genoa area: 60.40 m2
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: 695,000 euros exc. tax
Alibi 54
Built in Thailand, the Alibi 54 is an extremely good-looking boat which doesn’t go unnoticed. Pretty, but also fast, this blue-water cruising catamaran meets the requirements of sailors looking for innovative solutions for sailing – fast – around the world. Because the Alibi is capable of good averages under sail, and top speeds of 20 knots, in excellent comfort.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Alibi
Length: 17.4 m
Beam: 8.36 m
Unladen weight: 10.4 t
Mainsail area: 112 m2
Jib area: 43 m2
Engines: 2 x 40 to 2 x 75 hp
Price: 995,000 euros exc. tax
Gunboat 55
Gunboat, now based back in the USA, is offering this very attractive 55-footer in its range, with a new view of living area management aboard. The traditional saloon-cockpit forms just one and the same volume, protected by the rigid bimini and a clever removable protection system. The steering position, to which all the control lines are led back, is situated at the front of this area.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Gunboat
Length: 16.76 m
Beam: 7.62 m
Unladen weight: 12.5 t
Mainsail area: 125 m2
Jib area: 40 m2
Engines: 2 x 39 hp
Price: On request
Bavaria Nautitech 541/542
Nautitech’s 54 is available in two versions: the 541 with a single steering wheel situated against the coachroof bulkhead, and the 542, with the traditional (at Nautitech) two wheels, at the aft end of the hulls. The hulls remain identical, and give this particularly successful ocean cruiser good performance Note that a Fly version of the 541 should soon be launched.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Nautitech
Length: 16.30 m
Beam: 8.55 m
Unladen weight: 14.9 t
Mainsail area: 90 m2
Genoa area: 45 m2
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: 875,800 euros exc. tax
Broadblue Rapier 550
The Broadblue is a blue-water cruising boat with the emphasis on performance. Designed by Dazcat Designs, it doesn’t however forget about comfort, both at sea and at anchor. The ‘must’ remains of course the interior steering position, to which all the control lines are led, allowing the boat to be handled easily, while achieving averages of between 15 and 20 knots. Impressive!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Multimarine
Length: 16.76m
Beam: 8.04 m
Unladen weight: 9.8 t
Mainsail area: 110m2
Jib area: 50m2
Engines: 2 x 40 hp
Price: 999,500 £ exc. tax
Lagoon 560
There is no longer any need to present the Lagoon 560, one of the builder’s most emblematic boats. This catamaran offers an impressive liveable volume aboard, as well as comfort and luxury at sea. All that remains is to choose the accommodation version which suits you – 4 or 5 cabins and a galley ‘upstairs’ or in the gangway – and leave to enjoy life to the full...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Lagoon
Length: 17.07 m
Beam: 9.44 m
Unladen weight: 30.3 t
Mainsail area: 125 m²
Genoa area: 81 m2
Engines: 2 x 110 hp
Price: 884,000 euros exc. tax
Atlantic 57
With the Atlantic 57, the Chilean builder Alwoplast is offering a superb ocean cruiser designed by Chris White to be easily handled shorthanded, whilst offering top-level performance. We again find on this catamaran a central cockpit at the mastfoot, to which all the control lines are led, and which is easily accessible from the interior, for active watchkeeping when under way.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Alwoplast SA
Length: 17.6 m
Beam: 8.78 m
Unladen weight: 11.5 t
Mainsail area: 98 m2
Genoa area: 80 m2
Engines: 2 x 55 hp
Price: US$ 1,730,000 exc. tax
Saba 50
The Saba 50 is a real success: it meets the requirements of sailors looking for a prestigious, rewarding boat in which to set off on a voyage. The boat is easy to handle, and offers good performance under sail, as well as very successful accommodation. The owner’s cabin with its bathroom is really very attractive, and above all, practical. Top marks also for the lounge deck, a genuine deck saloon situated on top of the bimini, and the lounge-sunbathing area at the front of the boat. Good use of the areas and volumes.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Length: 14.98 m
Beam: 7.99 m
Unladen weight: 14 t
Mainsail area: 83.5 m2
Genoa area: 57.5 m2
Engines: 2 x 55 hp
Price: 605,495 euros exc. tax
Leopard 58
The Leopard 58 offers several accommodation solutions amongst which you are bound to find the one which suits you best, from 3 to 6 double cabins. Under sail, the Leopard proves to be interesting and reactive, especially if you don’t hesitate to use its nice sail wardrobe (code 0, gennaker or asymmetric spinnaker) to keep it moving in light weather.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Leopard Catamarans
Length: 17.56 m
Beam: 8.45 m
Unladen weight: 28 t
Mainsail area: 129 m2
Genoa area: 58 m2
Engines: 2 x 75 hp
Price: 1,059,000 euros exc. tax
Outremer 5X
Outremer’s 5X is of course an ocean cruising boat, but it is also a great racer, enjoying nothing better than reaching unmentionable speeds to offer its crews daily averages of several hundred miles... During our test, we particularly appreciated its dynamic qualities, as well as its balance and coherence in use.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Outremer Yachting
Length: 17.98 m
Beam: 8.58 m
Unladen weight: 13.2 t
Mainsail area: 122 m2
Jib area: 59 m2
Engines: 2 x 55 hp
Price: 1,025,000 euros exc. tax
Ocean Explorer C60
The Ocean Explorer was designed by Germán Frers. A boat in which to leave to discover the world. This very up-market catamaran, built in Finland, offers remarkable living comfort aboard and exemplary finishing (which can be customized according to each owner’s wishes. Remarkable ocean cruising performance in an environment which is luxurious without being ostentatious. A success!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Ocean Quality Systems Ab
Length: 18.5 m
Beam: 9.08 m
Unladen weight: 17.4 t
Mainsail area: 130 m2
Genoa area: 68 m2
Engines: 2 x 110 hp
Price: By quotation
Bañuls 60
Designed by and for a demanding owner, passionate about the sea and catamarans and looking for a fast boat which remains comfortable when cruising, the Bañuls 60 regularly sails at over 30 knots!!! Aboard, the averages are impressive, even in very light weather, as it sails at 10 knots in the slightest breeze.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: MC2 Catamarans
Length: 18.28 m
Beam: 8.60 m
Unladen weight: 8.9 t
Mainsail area: 118 m2
Jib area: 56 m2
Engines: 2 x 54 hp
Price: By quotation
Heliotrope 60 sail
Built in Thailand in the company’s brand new factory, the Bakri Cono 60 is a sailing catamaran designed by Albatross Marine’s architects. This very comfortable catamaran (the owner’s cabin is situated in the nacelle, with an exceptional view of the anchorage) regularly sails at 15 knots and can, if necessary keep up an average of 10 knots under power.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Bakri Cono
Length: 18.43 m
Beam: 9.02 m
Unladen weight: 17.8 t
Mainsail area: 108.3 m2
Genoa area: 74.2 m²
Engines: 2 x 110 hp
Price: 1,260,000 euros exc. tax
Paradox 60
The ultimate cruiser/racer trimaran... Built in the moulds of the Orma 60 Fujifilm, Paradox is a boat which regularly covers 350 miles in a day, and sometimes even exceeds 500 miles. Inside, the three double cabins and the on-board systems allow 6 people to live comfortably while cruising. A unique and captivating boat!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Marsaudon Composites
Length: 18,24 m
Beam: 14.7 m
Unladen weight: 8,5 t
Windward sail area: 150 m2
Engines: 75 hp
Price: By quotation
Sunreef 60 Loft
Sunreef specializes in the design and construction of genuine up-market catamaran yachts, which can be completely customized. The Loft is no exception to the rule. This 60-foot catamaran really is a Sunreef, and is already equipped with most of the equipment generally requested by customers. An up-market boat for demanding owners...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Sunreef Yachts
Length: 18.28 m
Beam: 9.20 m
Unladen weight: 33 t
Mainsail area: 112 m2
Genoa area: 70 m2
Engines: 2 x 110 hp
Price: 1,100,000 euros exc. tax
