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Leopard 53 Powercat

The ultimate power catamaran that surpasses all others. Built by Robertson & Caine and designed by naval architects Simonis Voogd, the Leopard 53 Powercat marries comfort, performance and ease of handling, delivering an unparalleled blue water cruising experience. This 4th generation vessel features all the attributes that made its predecessors successful, while reimagining what a powercat should be. Here, there is no compromise; the Leopard 53 expertly combines luxury with the rugged and adventurous spirit for which the brand is known. The result is unprecedented space, stability, and efficiency with every creature comfort one would expect from a luxury motor yacht. Outdoor entertaining space is paramount, and the Leopard 53 has been expertly designed to anticipate every need of the passenger. Spacious seating large enough to accommodate everyone surrounds a large table, creating the perfect environment to convene and recount the day’s adventures, enjoy a meal with spectacular views, or just sit back and take in the salt air. Intuitive design throughout means improved functionality and efficiency, including the flybridge and helm station with maximized visibility. All coach roof windows are flat toughened glass for optical clarity. Smart, ergonomic design and the latest technology work harmoniously to create ease of operation and maintenance for a seamless onboard experience. Inside, a modern interior with a cool palette immediately sets the tone for at-sea living. The saloon features an L-shaped lounge and a two-person settee with an option to add an interior navigation station. The hull side window, with the option of different portlight configurations, as well as the coach roof windows and panoramic windows in the saloon, bring in an abundance of natural light. At night, smart lighting casts warm, consistent light throughout the space. It’s easy to move about with access to the foredeck through the forward saloon door. The galley, a natural gathering spot, offers ample storage and is outfitted with Staron® worktop surfaces and a full suite of appliances making meal preparations easy and enjoyable. The Leopard 53 Powercat reimagines comfort through its optimal use of space and attention to detail, evident in every aspect of the design. Available in three- or four-cabin layouts with the option for separate crew cabins, private quarters include ensuite heads with their own shower area. The three-cabin owner’s version provides an at-home feel with a large island bed, a walk-in closet and a double vanity. A separate engine room that houses all major systems is completely sealed off from the living space, substantially reducing engine noise and odors. The Leopard 53 Powercat brings freedom and exhilaration to cruising in a way no other powercat can. Sit back, relax and enjoy cruising on your own terms.

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• LOA: 53 ft 1 in / 16.19 m
• Beam: 25 ft 2 in / 7.67 m
• Draft: 3 ft 3 in / 1 m
• Bridgedeck Clearance: 2 ft 7 in / 0.79 m
• Max height above W.L. (excl. antenna stalks): 18 ft 6 in / 5.65 m
• Engine: Yanmar 370HP x 2
• Maximum Speed (in light ship conditions): 24 Knots
• Cruising Speed (in light ship conditions): 17 Knots
• Maximum Range Speed (in full load condition): 7.9 Knots
• Maximum Range Speed (with one engine in full load condition): 6.8 Knots
• Range at Max Speed: 342 Nm
• Range at Cruising Speed: 463 Nm
• Maximum Range with Both Engines: 1330 Nm
• Maximum Range with One Engine (in full load condition): 1995 Nm
• Engine No. Cylinders: 8
• Consumption Curves:  View Leopard 53 Powercat Performance Curves
• Fuel: 562 gal / 2130 L

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• Water: 185 gal / 700 L
• Displacement: 47203 lbs / 21411 kg
• Load Carrying Capacity: 13490 lbs / 6119 kg
• Holding Tank Capacity: 42 US Gal gal / 160 L

All Leopard Catamarans are NMMA and CE Certified. Speed and range figures can vary depending on measurement conditions and fuel quality. All specifications are to be confirmed by customer prior to purchasing.

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Catamaran With Motor? 8 Types Explained (For Beginners)

The catamaran’s design reduces the waves and wind’s effects, allowing the boat to travel farther and faster compared to monohulls of comparable sizes.

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However, the wind and waves are unpredictable, so catamarans use motors as either backup or the main propulsion based on their construction.

In this article, we provide all the answers concerning questions about the propulsion systems available to catamarans:

Do Catamarans Have Motors?

Catamarans, including power and sail types, have motors and other mechanized propulsion systems. Except for small cats used in coastal waters, most large catamarans come with different engine combinations even if they have sails.

Do Catamarans Have One or Two Motors?

Catamarans can have two engines because they have two hulls.

This makes them highly maneuverable while underway and makes handling in shallow and tight waters a breeze.

However, many large cats use only one engine. With two engines, you have more maneuverability over the boat, but one engine may increase the speed and fuel efficiency since it reduces weight.

One of the best combinations in a cat is to pair two engines with counter-rotating propellers. The level of control this configuration provides in the water, especially at the marina, is mind-blowing.

Whether you are backing up or mooring, you can adjust the two engines independently to achieve many of the things monohulls find difficult.

So, what propulsion systems are available to catamarans?

Whether you are looking to buy a power cat or sail cat, both feature engines. There is a wide range of power options for different uses based on your budget, preference, and craft design.

8 Types of Motors Used in Catamarans:

1) single outboard.

You will find this in small-sized catamarans of about 25 feet and below.

While single outboards cut cost and weigh less, they can be difficult to steer under power except when you use the motor to turn.

This is because the motor needs the water to flow over the rudders to turn the boat.

Except for owning a small catamaran, a single outboard is not the most efficient propulsion system for this watercraft.

2) Two Outboards

Like monohulls, you can use two outboards on a catamaran.

Smaller cats such as the Seawind 1000 and Gemini 32 can be fitted with two outboards for improved maneuverability in tight quarters and redundancy.

This setup is great for small cruising catamarans because it is far lighter than two large diesel engines, allowing you to store more essentials on the boat.

Catamarans may be faster than monohulls, but their speed decreases with the load they have to bear, so cat owners try to keep their boats as light as possible. Another benefit of this configuration is that two outboards are more affordable compared to diesel engines.

Plus, you can run on one engine if one dies on you while on the water.

However, this arrangement has some serious shortcomings.

Outboards are not the best means of propulsion on the open seas. Because of their inherent weakness, outboards don’t last long, and their reliability decreases with increased exposure to the harsh saltwater environment.

The design of outboards makes them less suitable for choppy waters.

While you can use outboards in twin configurations for catamarans, they perform best on smaller monohull watercraft.

3) Single Diesel

This is common in custom catamarans.

It comprises a single diesel engine in one hull, which reduces weight and makes it more affordable.

However, this configuration can make turning in tight quarters almost nightmarish except for highly skilled skippers.

The boat will turn easily to the side opposite the engine location. For example, the boat will turn with little starboard issues if the engine is in the port hull.

However, you may require several boat lengths to maneuver it to port.

For best results, plan your turns well in advance and do a lot of practice to perfect docking in tight quarters to avoid costly mistakes.

4) Single Diesel Engine with Retractable External Drive

This combination is popular with Prout catamarans, using a Sonic Drive-by Sillette.

It comprises a cockpit diesel engine paired with a steerable external motor.

The arrangement reduces weight and does not create drag when the drive leg is out of the water.

However, the reverse lock mechanism may not work sometimes. Also, the steering yoke and bellows may not work properly when you need them.

This setup is best for smaller boats where two engines’ thrust will be overkill, and they help to save cost and weight.

If your catamaran is on the heavier side, you want to go for something sturdier and more powerful.

A 32 feet Gemini catamaran will make an excellent candidate for this arrangement as the boat can use a single-engine with no problems.

5) Diesel with an Outboard

People who use this configuration do so to save cost and counterbalance the single diesel engine’s powerful thrust.

The auxiliary could be smaller petrol or electric-powered outboard motor.

When you are on the open seas, the diesel gives you enough propulsion during calm weather when you can’t use the sails. The outboard helps in shallow waters, although it is often useless on the high seas, especially during turbulent weather.

The smaller outboard also provides less turning power when it’s very windy than running two powerful diesel engines.

You save space, reduce weight, and keep a few extra thousands of dollars in your bank account.

6) Twin Diesel Engines

For larger catamarans, especially cruising types capable of transatlantic and transpacific voyages, the standard propulsion comes from two large diesel engines.

Each engine is housed in one hull, providing exceptional longevity, fuel economy, and incredible amounts of horsepower to help you through the rough seas in the shortest time possible.

This combination is excellent for redundancy, even though most catamarans can run efficiently on one engine most of the time.

The downside of having two diesel engines is weight, cost, and maintenance.

Diesel engines, compelling models that produce upwards of 40-45 horsepower, can set you back by tens of thousands of dollars. But they will deliver over 8000 hours of work-life easily.

In terms of reliability, durability, longevity, and performance, nothing trumps diesel engines in the marine industry.

Diesel engines are safer to operate as they do not have the same explosion and fire danger as petrol or gas engines. They are easier to maintain and simpler to operate.

Plus, they are the most mature propulsion system in the seafaring world.

However, diesel engines are also heavier and will take up more hull space.

That means less space to store your gear, but it’s a worthy sacrifice considering the capabilities diesel engines offer your boat. Diesel boats not only drive your propeller but can also provide the energy to run every electrical system on board, including navigational equipment, cooking, air conditioning, entertainment, among others.

7) Hydraulic Propulsion

Some catamarans use hydraulic propulsion systems, although these are not popular.

Hydraulic systems are better suited to terrestrial applications as they are prone to many problems that can complicate matters for you while underway:

• One , hydraulics generate additional heat, which makes them inefficient.
• Second , they can be uncomfortably noisy, making socialization difficult and defeating the whole purpose of leaving city life’s buzz.
• Third , hydraulic systems are prone to leakages, which increase their running cost and harm the environment.

These factors make hydraulics less efficient compared to diesel and petrol engines.

8) Electric Hybrid Systems

This propulsion system comprises a diesel engine and an electric motor.

The main issue with this configuration is the complexity of the systems and their overall lower efficiency.

Other Propulsion Systems:

As technology advances, sailors and marine engineering experts continue to find new and better ways to improve seafaring while reducing the planet’s carbon footprint.

This has led to solar, wind turbine, water, and pure electric motor propulsion systems.

For example, the Solarwave Sailor 64 is a solar hybrid-powered catamaran with an installed capacity to generate 15KW, enough to power everything on board the boat.

Solar and electric systems are silent and clean. However, they are insanely expensive and not as reliable as diesel and petrol engines. Also, they require banks of batteries, which add a lot of weight to the cat.

Final Words

Catamarans may look out of place, but many of these vessels offer more flexibility regarding power options.

You can choose from outboards, inboard diesel engines, and even go for the newer electric or solar-powered models.

However, the diesel engine remains the best power system available today for catamarans and other boats.

For reliable performance and mind-blowing thrust capabilities, experienced sailors depend on the time-tested diesel engine.

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Catmar Explorer® 55 Power

An ideal ocean-going explorer power catamaran for worldwide blue water cruising and circumnavigation.

The hulls, deck, deckhouse and the entire structure are made of certified aluminium. Safe, strong, reliable and robust!

The result is a stable, homogeneous and torsion-resistant structure without the annoying creaking noises that can occur with GRP constructions or mixed forms - such as hulls made of aluminium, deck and superstructure made of GRP - in rough seas.

Catamaris ®  is committed to environmental friendliness and sustainability. Numerous building components can be recycled and reused in an environmentally friendly way, see below.Built in our shipyard in Holland.

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Perfectly designed for a small crew, e.g. for a couple, even with children or occasional guests. 

The flybridge with 30 sqm offers space for relaxing and dining and an outside steering position. For bad weather, the comfortable inside steering position is a safe place. Also available in a well thought out layout for wheelchair users.

The yacht is built from class 5083 H 321/H111 aluminum, which is certified by "Germanischer Lloyd, Bureau Veritas or Lloyd's Register". Our Explorer catamarans are equipped with bow reinforcements and crash boxes with watertight bulkheads.  More about the advantages of aluminium .

Strong highly effective foam insulation throughout the interior provides protection against heat and cold and contributes to a pleasant interior climate.  

Available with conventional diesel engines or with the innovative electric hybrid system "Green Eco Power Supply".

With the optional extra fuel tanks, transatlantic range is possible at Eco-Speed.

At 174.20 sqm, the Catmar Explorer 55 Power offers particularly large living/usable areas. Headroom in the saloon 2.10 m, in the hulls 2.05 m. CE Certification Category A with 12 persons.

Optionally available reinforcements, approx. 30 cm above and below each of the 4 waterlines, provide increased protection against containers, flotsam and ice in Arctic waters.

Design according to your preferences

The design of the Catmar Explorer 55 Power can be customised to your individual requirements in terms of the flybridge design, the number, layout and design of the cabins, the saloon, the interior fittings, the furnishings, ceilings and walls as well as the entire technical equipment.

Alternatively, a completely new "full custom" design is also possible according to your preferences and ideas.

The designing and construction costs are comparable to those of some semi-custom manufacturers. However, with Catamaris® there are no restrictions on the realisation of your ideas and desires thanks to the "full-custom" construction method.

In the final result, every customer gets his Catmar Explorer® catamaran exactly as he wants it!

Manufacturing your yacht

Under the constant supervision of Catamaris®, your CATMAR EXPLORER 55 Power catamaran will be built at our partner Dijkstra Jachtbouw B.V. shipyard in Harlingen on the Wadden Sea in Holland, which has many years of experience in building multihulls. Dijkstra is certified by "Germanischer Lloyd" and "Bureau Veritas" and has already built more than 180 aluminium catamaran yachts and commercial vessels.

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Side view of the CATMAR EXPLORER 55 Power

Layouts of the CATMAR EXPLORER 55 Power

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Catamaris ® commitment to the sustainable reduction of its carbon footprint focuses in particular on the materials used. These components can be recycled and reused in an environmentally friendly way:

• Hulls and superstructure built of certified aluminium
• All components made of stainless steel (Inox)
• Engines, gearboxes, shafts, propellers, generators, water makers
• Cork for deck coverings
• Furniture construction, upholstery, safety glazing of the windows
• All aluminium inside panels are covered with high-quality insulation from environmentally friendly material which has superior energy efficiency, no solvents, asbestos, cement or fusible silicates, radically reduced waste and circular insulation. 
• Rig and sails: mast, boom, shrouds, spreaders.

Catamaris ® also makes a significant contribution to reducing CO2 emissions during operation. On Catamaris ® catamarans, these components reduce CO2 emissions:

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• With our optional diesel-electric hybrid propulsion systems, a further significant reduction of CO2 emissions is achieved.

With a sustainable and environmentally friendly Catamaris ® catamaran, you can make a positive contribution to reducing your carbon footprint.

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Power catamarans have become so popular in recent years. Alex Smith talks us through 6 of the most exciting models we've covered in the past 12 months...

With the promise of extra volume stability and running efficiency it’s easy to see why power catamarans have become so popular in recent years.

Established players like Sunreef , Leopard and Lagoon have been joined by new builders like Vandal, Archipelago and Moon Yachts.

Big brands like Prestige have also made them move into twin hulled motorboats in recent years, and the likes of Bluegame and Wider Yachts look set to follow suit.

So with the trend showing no signs of slowing here’s our round-up of some of the most exciting new power catamarans you can buy right now.

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Prestige M48 sea trial review: The smartest multihull on the planet?

Moon Power 60 review: Is this £3.7m adventure cat the next big thing?

6 of the best power catamarans available right now.

Prestige M48

Prestige’s first ever power catamaran is designed to provide the volume of a 60 footer alongside the running efficiency of a 40 footer, but the way it manages all that onboard space is also quite attractive.

A three-part aft swim platform features a raising central section to help extend the cockpit party out over the water. The foredeck mimics that with freestanding furniture right at the forepeak and between them the saloon includes a big-aft galley, a large port lounge and a compact helm with a handy starboard side door.

From here private stairwells to the forward owner’s cabin and each of the two guest cabins provide plenty of privacy, and the split design of the port ensuite means it works really well as a day head.

In terms of styling the freestanding bow furniture looks a bit odd, and in terms of dynamics the stooping bridge deck does tend to touch down when the swells get beyond a couple of feet.

But if you want an accessible, novice-friendly boat that provides a party platform way out of proportion to its length, the first model in Prestige’s M line has a lot going for it. And if you have the budget, the more recent Prestige M8 is an even more convincing piece of work.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Prestige M48

Moon Power 60

As a modified sailing cat, the Moon Power 60’s beam stands at a massive 53% of its overall length and that has a very clear impact on the inside.

In spite of huge side decks with dual access to the flybridge , the internal saloon occupies an enormous footprint. It’s used for a pair of peripheral seating areas plus a forward door to access a lovely sunken bow lounge.

Visibility from the lower helm is restricted by the big stuts that sit sailboat-style toward the centre of the screen, but performance is pretty impressive: a pair of 3,500L tanks give you a 2,000nm range at 8 knots with a fuel flow of just 3lpm, and if you really want to boost the range there’s plenty of space for extra fuel capacity too.

Up on the flybridge there’s a big symmetrical lounge and a hot tub flanked by sunbeds, and down below the two hulls borrow a bit of inboard space for four ensuite cabins.

The simplistic saloon arrangement, the absence of a day heads, and the sheer masculinity of that styling might prove a bit problematic for some, but if you’re okay with a modified sailing cat, and you’re happy to work with the yard to refine that deck layout, this big imposing long-distance boat is unlike anything else out there.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Moon Power 60

Invincible 33

Invincible is a well-respected American Builder with a strong offshore sports fishing heritage and close links with the US Navy, but it also builds high-performance power catamarans, and this impressive 33-footer is the entry point to that fleet.

It uses quite a narrow beam with asymmetrical chines and spray rails, which enable it to heel into a turn in much the same fashion as a monohull and to ride the chop without spitting clouds of spray over that bow.

Capable of 56 knots with twin 400hp Verado outboards , it can also reportedly achieve cruising economy of just 2.5lpm for a range of around 500nm.

The internal arrangements are also really practical – with high capacity deck drains and an automatic fresh water flushing system for the outboards you can simply hose this boat down after a trip and get on with your day.

The fuss-free fit out includes multiple bait wells as well as lots of drained, insulated lockers that do a great job as ice chests and storage spaces, and the squared off bow provides lots of seating to supplement the big open deck of that half cockpit.

It might be built with fishing in mind, but as a rapid offshore performance machine, this might just be the perfect power catamaran for monohull lovers.

Watch our yacht tour video of the Invincible 33

Archipelago 47

The Archipelago 47 is a seriously good looking boat. Built from aluminum on the Isle of Wight with design input from commercial specialist Chartwell Marine, its low roofline, reverse screen, wide beams, slender forward hulls, and raised bridge deck give it a seriously potent profile, and that’s precisely what this boat is all about.

The idea is to deliver proper long distance offshore performance alongside a handy turn of pace in a homely fit out, and the Archipelago delivers that.

Built from 8mm hull plating with 6mm topsides, this Category A boat is rated to carry 12 people and sleep up to eight people in four cabins.

Reserving one entire hull for the owner’s suite is a really attractive option, but in all cases headroom is great and huge vertical picture windows provide amazing views from bed level.

The saloon features a large galley and lounge, as well as a raised helm with a shut-off partition for night nav. There are still some design tweaks required, particularly at the helm and the aft end, to maximise this boat’s potential, and if you want a flybridge you’ll need to look toward the Archipelago 52 instead, because on this particular boat that’s not an option.

But with space up top for all kinds of expedition friendly tenders, toys, cranes and solar panels, this tough go anywhere power catamaran has plenty going for it.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Archipelago 47

Vandal Explorer

As a foil-assisted, outboard-powered, flybridge equipped, aluminium power catamaran, the Vandal Explorer is certainly not the mainstream choice, but of course it was never designed to be.

Created by Ben Mennem, who wants to enjoy the sun-drenched waters of the Med, in collaboration with Norwegian designer Espen Oeino, who loves outdoor adventures in the Nordic States, it seems to straddle both camps.

It uses a wide open main deck with skeletal bars rather than rigid bulkheads to keep you properly in touch with the sea. There’s also a big aft platform between the Verado XTO outboards, which operates as a passerelle, and thanks to a ladder and rain shower does a great job for watersports too.

Ahead of the cockpit lounge there’s a big transverse galley tucked inside the shelter of the pilothouse structure, and there’s also a raised full-beam bow cabin with a separate incinerator toilet.

It’s a bit noisy on that main deck when you’re underway and the limited two-berth arrangement of the base boat is likely to compel some people to question its overall practicality.

But as a tough and lightweight 40-knot boat with space for 14 people, a cool off-grid aesthetic and all the custom friendly flexibility you could want, its simplicity is actually a really key part of its appeal.

Watch our full sea trial review of the Vandal Explorer

The Aquila 44 is a proper wide-beam cruising cat

Built at Sino Eagle’s 1million sqft facility in China and developed in collaboration with the renowned J&J Design Group, Aquila is a specialist power catamaran builder and that absolutely shows.

Capable of up to 20 knots with the top rated Volvo Penta D4 420s, the Aquila 44 uses bow bulbs for extra waterline length, a softer ride and improved stability at displacement speeds.

But is the way it uses its 21ft beam that really impresses. In the aft cockpit a convivial c-shape dinette sits opposite a fold-out bar at the aft galley.

At the bow a set of steps connects the foredeck lounge directly to the flybridge, which is great for practicality as well as for large partie, and up top a central walkaround helm pod keeps things more sociable and inclusive than on any other boat in this class.

There’s a proper main deck helm too if you want it, plus sleeping for six in three private ensuite cabins, including a brilliant owner’s cabin that occupies the full beam beneath that foredeck.

If you need extra performance and style you could of course look toward the brand’s smaller, narrow-beamed, outboard-powered sport line, but for proper power catamaran lovers this big, cleverly arranged entertainment platform feels exactly right.

Watch our yacht tour video of the Aquila 44

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Outboard power gives the C107 a higher top end and a wider range of efficient speeds and a higher top end for cruisers to make the most of their time on the water.

The C107 is unlike any other boat ever designed, with asymmetrical hulls and asymmetrical power.

Perhaps counterintuitively, this is the quietest Aspen ever, and she scoots across the bay smoothly, under power from either one or both of her outboards rated for 200- and 70-horsepower engines. The outboards provide a balance for our Power Proa hull, though we changed the starboard hull so it no longer has the keel form and prop pocket. The engines are rated for the same maximum rpm range of 5,000 to 6,000, have the same lower-unit gear ratio, and use similarly pitched props. The hull shape at the bow still lets the boat run in balance: No helm correction is needed, and hands-free tracking is on par with our inboard design.

The C107 has a comfortable salon area with galley to port and a dinette to starboard. The galley is equipped with a propane stove and oven, and a refrigerator. The dinette seats four and converts to a double berth. Belowdecks, accommodations include a master forward with a king-size berth, and a separate enclosed head with shower, and there’s a quarter-berth beneath the galley. She’s nicely appointed with Burmese teak, a custom-selected tile backsplash, and more. The C107 is a true cruising yacht that makes the most of today’s outboards for quiet, efficient operation.

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FULL SPECIFICATIONS

• LOA w/motors down: 36’ 8”
• Draft engines half tilt: 22”
• Est. Weight Dry: 9,300 lb.
• Standard HP, Yamaha: 200/70
• Fuel Tanks (standard):  80 gal.
• Fuel Tanks (optional):  130 gal.
• Range at 23 mph: est. 236 miles
• Trolling Range: est. 1,209 miles
• Cockpit: 69 sq.ft.
• Water Tank: 50 gal.
• Waste Tank: 30 gal.
• Master Stateroom: King
• Bridge Clearance, Mast Down, in water: 8’2″
• Bridge Clearance, Mast Down, on trailer: 12’8″

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Performance of The Aspen C107

Engines Running Simultaneously Yamaha 200hp Starboard & 70hp Port w/ SS Props: 14.5×13 Pitch Starboard, 13.5×15 Pitch Port | 15-20kt Winds, 2-3′ Seas | 3/4 Fuel, 1/2 Water, 3 Adults | March 12, 2019

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Catamaran Vs. Motor Yacht (4 Powerful Differences Explained)

• Post Written By: Boater Jer
• Published: July 13, 2022
• Updated: September 25, 2022

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The Catamaran Vs. motor yacht, a comparison that has lasted for ages, is one we will finally put to rest in this article. We promise to make spotting their differences easy. 

Differences Distinguishing the Catamaran Vs. Motor Yacht

At the end of this section, everything that distinguishes these two sailing boats from each other will be at your fingertips.

The Shape And Number Of Hulls

As you must be aware, motor yachts have mono hulls, while catamarans (CATS) have multi-hulls. 

But what does this mean? 

First, you need to understand that a boat’s hull refers to the body of the watercraft. It sits on top and also lies below the water. 

The mono hull takes a V-shape, and most of the bottom of the hull will be underwater. However, when dealing with CATs (multi-hull) systems, you’d notice a planning or displacement hull system. ( source )

Only a tiny section of the hull’s bottom will be below the water with these hulls. It makes the catamaran perfect for shallow water sailing. ( source )

The presence of the multi-hull system in the catamaran is the basis for most of its advantages. Some of which include; 

• Better stability when docked and when underway
• Saving fuel costs when the weather is favorable

Number Of Engines 

The number of engines in the catamaran and motor boat is another crucial player that determines the difference in performance.

Cats often feature twin engines which translate to higher speed and better maneuverability. Not to mention that if one engine fails, you have a backup engine. ( source )

These Catamarans and their dual engines are also known to sail faster downwind. It is traceable to the shallow immersion of the hulls, which means less drag. ( source )

However, when placed in an upwind sailing showdown, the motor yacht wins. It is because the undercarriage will experience pounding and slapping. ( source )

Available Space And Comfort

The difference in available space is as clear as day. It is because of the difference in the hull shape.

The catamaran has ample space in areas like the salon, galley, and flybridge. Even its cabins are more comfortable, and you’d be able to sit upright. Also, unlike the motor yacht, several cabins in a catamaran are ensuite. 

Additionally, comfort is a priority on the catamaran. It can fit larger electronic appliances like fridges, dishwashers, and freezers. Besides, you can finally say goodbye to sea sickness caused by wave impact with the CAT. Accelerometer tests show that catamarans have a 25% reduction in G forces. ( source )

Pricing And Cost

Also quite clear is the margin in the cost of purchasing or chartering a catamaran . Compared to a motor yacht, you’d find that you’d be spending more on the catamaran. 

Additionally, since catamarans are larger, you’d spend more to get a berthing space in the marina. But you also should know that the catamaran is not all cons and no pros in terms of cost and pricing. After all, it suffers only a slight reduction in resell value.

Final Thoughts

We’ve informed you about the differences between a catamaran and a motor yacht. Ensure you consider the time of the year you plan sailing, your budget, and the number of people on board before opting for either of these sailing choices.

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Introduction

The benefits and compromises of owning a power catamaran are usually obvious for different consumers, depending on their circumstances, boating ambitions and level of experience. However, a rapidly growing number of seasoned boaters are learning the joys of owning a catamaran and end up becoming firm catamaran supporters.

We have witnessed amazing changes to how families go boating together on a catamaran. For many families, the catamaran yacht has enabled their kids to join and bring their friends without overcrowding the boat. Guests do not have to be seasoned yachties to enjoy the day in the stable and protected cockpit. While entertaining can be done with style and without stress.

The most compelling argument of all must be this: seasoned monohull boaters are converting to catamarans by the truckload. Many converted former motor yacht owners are now passionate advocates of power catamarans. For experienced yachties demanding performance, the advantages are simply too great to ignore.  It is rare to hear of any catamaran owners ever going back to a monohull. Once you become a catamaran owner, you are hooked for life.

“Why should I buy a power catamaran instead of a similar sized motor yacht?”

We are regularly asked by buyers “why should I buy a power catamaran instead of a similar sized motor yacht”. Like everything, there are benefits and compromises to the power catamaran. Despite ourselves being firm Catamaran converts and lifetime believers, below we offer a balanced comparison of the pros and cons.

Advantages of Monohulls

A monohull, as the name implies, has just one hull. This is the most common type of hull design, but why? To produce a well balanced comparison lets start by investigating the benefits of monohulls:

Slow roll period

• Many brands and builders to choose from

More usable space below waterline

Familiar handling.

While monohulls roll back and forth far more than a catamaran, monohull fans will argue that the slow roll period of a monohull has a comforting effect.

There any many brands and builders to choose from as most builders still only produce monohulls. Whilst this trend is changing, 50+ years of composite boat building has been heavily monohull focused. This does mean that there is a far greater selection of vessels, designers and brands and builders to select from.

Whilst the monohull comparably has less interior space, the wide waterline beam (width) allows for greater use of the internal hull height. This either enables builders to mount tanks and storage below cabin floors or to actually expand the cabin below waterline. As a catamaran gains performance via its light displacement and narrow waterline beam, this is often not practical on a catamaran.

Jumping from one boat to another will feel extremely familiar as the differences in handling between brands is minimal, with the exception of planning hull vs displacement hull. Focusing on planning hulls, however you will quickly feel familiar jumping from one boat to another. On the contrary, the difference in handling from a monohull to a power catamaran are immediately apparent.

Disadvantages of Monohulls

Now that we have seen the advantages of a monohull, lets analyse some disadvantages one might encounter while boating on a typical V-bottomed or deep-V motoryacht.

Low stability

Bow steering, rolling at anchor, significant bowrise.

Due to the wide flat hull shape required to get the monohull more quickly into planning mode, it can produce a rather bumpy ride when motoring through waves. Performance through waves can be significantly improved or diminished depending on the hull shape. For instance, a deep V hull will be more comfortable through waves than a shallow V. However, both are significantly outperformed by even the worst power catamaran designs.

A monohulls heel angle is directly affected by weight placement. Moving too much weight to port or to stbd will cause the vessel to heel. This is significantly noticeable when at anchor however even underway an incorrectly loaded monohull can dangerously heel. This can be overcome underway by the use of trim tabs. However, is best overcome by conscious weight placement and management.

Bow steering usually occurs when motoring at speed in a following sea or when passing another vessels wake. If you are inexperienced and do not know what is happening it can be quite frightening. Basically, the boat will suddenly and often expectantly turn hard in one direction while rolling hard in the opposite direction, despite your efforts to steer straight. Bow steering can be prevented with the installation of trim tabs. They can enable you to raise the bow up and out of the water when in a following sea. Trim tabs are not needed on a catamaran due to the natural separation of hulls bow steering.

At times you will undoubtedly come across anchorages that aren’t completely flat. When this happens, monohulls, that rely on the weight of their COG (center of gravity) to be aligned below their COB (center of buoyancy) to keep them upright, will start to rock from side to side. Things roll around inside, plates go flying. It’s uncomfortable or sometimes impossible to cook, and only the hardiest of yachties will be getting any sleep. 

While all of this is going on, at the next mooring ball, the power catamaran owners are sitting in their cockpits sipping sun-downers, barely noticing the movement, quietly getting tipsy before a long night’s sleep.

The degree of bowrise varies with monohull designs. However, for those of you unfamiliar with this term, bowrise is the tendency of a boat to point its bows up in the air before it gets into planning mode and then settles somewhat. This puts passengers through an uncomfortable, and sometimes unnerving experience whilst also exposing the vessel to a decreased level of stability and safety.

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Advantages of power catamarans.

Whilst individual designs can vary by design and their usage, the benefits below are typically universal for most catamarans. In comparison to the equivalent length monohull a catamaran shall deliver the following advantages:

Superior ride comfort

Enhanced stability at anchor and underway, up-scaled cabins and interiors, larger single level cockpit and saloon, significantly improved fuel consumption.

• Drastically improved close-quarter maneuvering

Catamarans experience slower deceleration through wave impact. This significantly reduces slamming through waves. This has been measured with accelerometers in like for like tests to have a 25% reduction in G forces when riding over waves.

Due largely to their wider beam, catamarans have a remarkably higher righting moment compared to monohulls. This prevents them from rolling side-to-side when at anchor, and keeps them sitting level both underway and at rest . This is regardless of placement of people or luggage, this also eliminates the need for catamarans to use trim tabs.

More interior volume, especially in power catamarans that carry their beam all the way forward. Even applicable in the smallest cats that will usually have stand up headroom in each cabin, unlike smaller monohulls. As a result of this increased volume, a power catamaran will always feel over sized – more fairly compared to a monohull 15-20% longer in length. A 35ft power catamaran for instance is more fairly matched against a 43ft motor yacht.

Catamarans generally provide far more living space in the main salon and cockpit in comparison to similarly priced monohulls. The galley, main salon and cockpit are also all on one level, above the water line … making life aboard as well as your view much more enjoyable.

Due to their reduced displacement and wetted surface area power catamarans are impressively efficient. The wider monohull bows create a large bow wake and greater resistance, which require more HP to get onto plane. Not only does this burn more fuel, but also enables a catamaran to get onto plane under just one motor. This is a significant safety advantage, enabling a boat with only one working engine to return to shore before dark rather than limping home at below planning speeds. The ability to plane at lower RPM’s enables cruisers not wanting to travel at groundbreaking speeds to achieve highly efficient low speed planning. Vastly expanding their cruising ground while not breaking the bank nor taking all day to get to the next anchorage. Learn more about power catamaran fuel consumption HERE>>

Drastically improved close-quarter maneuvering: A large separation between the port and stbd engine drastically improves close-quarters maneuvering. This enables a power catamaran to literally rotate within its own waterline length by simply putting one engine in reverse, and one in forward. Add a joystick control and you’re in command of one of the easiest boats that you will ever dock.

Disadvantages of Power Catamarans

Despite the significant benefits gained by the power catamaran, there are also a few unusual traits associated with powercats:

Outward banking

Snaking at anchor, tunnel-slap, unusual appearance.

When making sharp turnsm a monohull will bank (roll) into the turn. A catamaran, on the other hand, due to its increased stability and righting moment will actually bank slightly outward. If coming from a monohull background, initially this sensation will feel unusual. However, If you have no prior expectations regarding the outward bank offers ,no benefits or disadvantage over the inward bank.

Due to the power catamarans wide beam and asymmetry, when at anchor a shifting breeze will cause the vessel to turn to port and stbd in a snakelike movement.  If the wind has some strength and continues to shift, this movement can become uncomfortable. We therefore recommend attaching an anchor bridle whenever anchoring which completely eradicates this effect.

In certain conditions, catamarans can experience tunnel slap. This is where a wave passing under the tunnel rises up and slaps the wingdeck surface causing a thud or slapping sound. This effects different catamaran designs in various ways depending on whether they are of displacement or planning type. A displacement catamaran requires a high wingdeck to overcome the wave crest heights in order to ride over the top of the waves. Planning catamarans, on the other hand, should have narrower and shallower tunnels. This forces a compressed air mixture through the tunnel, creating a cushioning and lifting effect lifting the catamaran above the surface of the water with intensity increasing as speed increases.

When asked, many monohull owners claim they do not like the unusual appearance of a power catamaran. Whilst styling preference is subjective, at Makai we have worked hard to design a power catamaran that delivers all of the benefits of a catamaran. Whilst doing so with attractive and unmistakable styling.

CONCLUSION : Power Catamaran or Monohull?

Whilst each have their own advantages and disadvantages the final choice is completely down to personal preference. Clearly, we are die hard catamaran believers, but we also believe that what is most important above all else is just getting outside and on the water, having fun and being safe. So, when you find the boat that does all of the right things for you, go for it!

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Los catamaranes son impresionantes embarcaciones que navegan los mares y las costas del mundo. Éstos han cautivado a los amantes de la navegación y experiencias náuticas por muchos años. Estas magníficas creaciones combinan lo moderno con la elegancia, estabilidad, velocidad con el arte y la tecnología. A diferencia de los yates que cuentan con un casco único, están compuestos por dos cascos paralelos que están conectados por una estructura llamada “través”. Esto le otorga al catamarán una serie de características excepcionales, lo que lo convierte en una opción muy popular tanto para navegantes recreativos como para los que buscan aventuras en alta mar. 

Desde su evolución inicial en las antiguas culturas polinesias hasta las versiones modernas y lujosas que se ven en los puertos y marinas de todo el mundo, los catamaranes han dejado una huella imborrable en la historia de la navegación. Su versatilidad, estabilidad, velocidad y amplio espacio los convierten en una opción ideal tanto para la navegación recreativa como para la exploración de nuevos horizontes. Ya sea que busques una experiencia de navegación relajada y tranquila o una aventura emocionante llena de velocidad y adrenalina, los catamaranes están esperando para acompañarte a un mundo de aventuras en los océanos del planeta.

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Características de los catamaranes

Una de las cualidades más destacadas de los catamaranes es su estabilidad gracias a ese doble casco; también, brindan una plataforma amplia y firme que minimiza el balanceo y la inclinación, lo que los convierte en una opción ideal para aquellos que sufren de mareos o que simplemente buscan una experiencia de navegación más relajada y confortable; asimismo, su baja resistencia al viento y su centro de gravedad bajo contribuyen a una navegación suave y sin sobresaltos. 

Otra de las características en las que los catamaranes sobresalen es la velocidad gracias a su forma aerodinámica y su menor resistencia hidrodinámica en comparación con los botes de casco único, les permiten deslizarse por el agua con mayor facilidad y eficiencia. En cuanto a los catamaranes que están destinados a las regatas y competiciones náuticas, pueden alcanzar velocidades asombrosas y desafiar los límites de la velocidad en el agua. 

Además, los catamaranes cuentan con un amplio espacio interior y exterior creando áreas de estar y de recreo más grandes y cómodas. Las habitaciones son espaciosas, las áreas de descanso, los salones y las cocinas grandes y completamente equipadas son sólo algunas de las comodidades que se pueden encontrar en un catamarán. Incluso, algunos catamaranes pueden tener flybridge, trampolines, plataformas de baño y la mayoría cuenta con mallas multifilamento; así que, las personas pueden disfrutar plenamente del sol y del mar. 

En cuanto a la seguridad, los catamaranes también presentan ventajas significativas en cuanto a su resistencia estructural, lo que quiere decir que pueden soportar daños en uno de los cascos sin poner en peligro la integridad de la embarcación en su conjunto. 

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Tipos de catamaranes 

Existen distintos tipos de catamaranes, cada uno diseñado para cumplir diferentes propósitos y adaptarse a distintas necesidades de navegación, por ejemplo: 

Catamaranes de crucero: están diseñados pensando en el confort y la comodidad de los pasajeros. Este tipo de botes cuenta con amplias áreas de estar, habitaciones espaciosas y bien equipadas, así como zonas de entretenimiento y cubiertas exteriores hechas para disfrutar del paisaje marino. Los que son de tipo crucero, suelen estar equipados con motores potentes y ofrecen un equilibrio entre velocidad y lujo, siendo ideales para vacaciones en familia o viajes de placer prolongados. 

Catamaranes de regata: están diseñados para competiciones náuticas y carreras de velocidad en el agua. Son ligeros, aerodinámicos y cuentan con sistemas de aparejo avanzados para optimizar el rendimiento. Los catamaranes de regata suelen tener una estructura más esbelta y cascos más estrechos para reducir la resistencia al agua al alcanzar velocidades extremas. Tienen velas de alto rendimiento y son maniobrables, lo que permite a los navegantes participar en emocionantes competiciones y desafiar los límites de la navegación deportiva. 

Catamaranes de expedición: están diseñados para viajes de exploración y aventuras a bordo. Son robustos, seguros y pueden soportar condiciones difíciles en aguas abiertas. Los catamaranes de expedición suelen tener una construcción reforzada, mayor capacidad de almacenamiento y autonomía prolongada para viajes largos. Tienen sistemas de navegación avanzados y pueden alojar equipos especializados, como botes auxiliares, equipos de buceo o equipos científicos. 

Catamaranes de pesca deportiva: suelen tener un puente de mando elevado para obtener una mejor visibilidad y están equipados con características especializadas, como estaciones de pesca, tanques de cebo, áreas de almacenamiento de equipos y sistemas de navegación pesquera. Son ideales para los amantes de la pesca que desean combinar la emoción de la captura con la comodidad y el espacio necesario para disfrutar de la experiencia. 

También, vas a encontrar catamaranes que son impulsados a vela o por motores, por ejemplo:

Catamaranes a vela: se impulsan mediante la fuerza del viento capturada en sus velas. Ofrecen una experiencia auténtica y ecológica en el agua. Los catamaranes a vela suelen tener múltiples velas, como la vela mayor y las velas de proa, y cuentan con un sistema de aparejo que permite ajustar y controlar la cantidad de viento capturado. La combinación de su diseño aerodinámico y su estabilidad inherente proporcionada por los cascos paralelos les permite navegar con elegancia y eficiencia.

Catamaranes a motor:  propulsados principalmente por motores, ya sea de gasolina o diésel. A diferencia de los catamaranes a vela, no dependen del viento para su movimiento, lo que les brinda mayor control y flexibilidad en la navegación. Pueden alcanzar velocidades más altas y tienen un mayor rango de navegación, lo que los hace adecuados tanto para travesías cortas como para largos viajes en alta mar.

Es importante mencionar que algunos catamaranes pueden tener una combinación de vela y motor. Estos catamaranes utilizan las velas como una fuente adicional de propulsión, complementando los motores cuando las condiciones del viento son favorables. 

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Marcas emblemáticas de catamaranes

Hay varias marcas reconocidas en la industria de los catamaranes. Algunas de las marcas más destacadas son:

Lagoon : Es una de las marcas de catamaranes más reconocidas y populares en el mundo de la navegación. Con una amplia gama de modelos, se destaca por sus catamaranes de crucero de lujo que combinan comodidad, rendimiento y diseño elegante. Sus catamaranes son conocidos por su amplitud, su atención al detalle y su calidad de construcción.

Leopard : es otra marca líder en el mercado de los catamaranes. Ofrecen catamaranes a vela y a motor diseñados para el crucero de lujo y la navegación en alta mar. Sus embarcaciones se destacan por su diseño moderno, su rendimiento sobresaliente y su enfoque en la comodidad y el lujo a bordo.

Fountaine Pajot : Es una prestigiosa marca francesa especializada en la fabricación de catamaranes a vela y a motor. Sus catamaranes son reconocidos por su diseño elegante, su calidad artesanal y su rendimiento excepcional. Ofrecen una amplia gama de modelos, desde catamaranes de crucero hasta catamaranes de expedición, adaptados a diferentes necesidades y preferencias de navegación.

Sunreef Yachts : es una marca de lujo conocida por sus embarcaciones personalizadas y de alta gama. Se especializan en catamaranes a motor y a vela de gran tamaño, con diseños impresionantes y acabados lujosos. Sunreef Yachts se distingue por su enfoque en la innovación, la calidad y la atención meticulosa a los detalles.

Nautitech : se especializa en la fabricación de catamaranes de vela y a motor de alta calidad. Además, se caracterizan por su diseño elegante, rendimiento excepcional y confort a bordo. La marca se centra en la combinación de tecnología innovadora, materiales de alta calidad y un enfoque en la seguridad y el rendimiento.

Bali Catamarans es otra marca destacada en la industria de los catamaranes, también con sede en Francia. Bali se enfoca en la creación de catamaranes que ofrecen una experiencia de navegación agradable y versátil. Sus botes se caracterizan por su diseño espacioso y luminoso, con amplias áreas de estar y una conexión fluida entre el interior y el exterior. Bali Catamarans también se destaca por su enfoque en la comodidad, la estabilidad y la seguridad en el mar.

¿Cuánto valen los catamaranes?

Debes tener en cuenta que los precios pueden variar significativamente según varios factores, como el tamaño, las características, las opciones de personalización y las fluctuaciones en el mercado. Por ejemplo, 

Los catamaranes de lujo de tamaño mediano: en esta categoría, los precios pueden oscilar entre 1 millón y 5 millones de dólares. Estos incluyen modelos como el Lagoon 50, Leopard 50, Privilege Serie 6 y Sunreef 50.

Catamaranes de lujo de tamaño grande: Para catamaranes más grandes y lujosos, los precios pueden variar entre 5 millones y 10 millones de dólares. Ejemplos de modelos en esta categoría incluyen el Lagoon 77, Sunreef 80, Privilege Serie 7 y Outremer 5X.

Catamaranes de lujo de tamaño extra grande : Los catamaranes de mayor tamaño y lujo pueden superar los 10 millones de dólares. Estos incluyen embarcaciones como el Sunreef 100, Lagoon Seventy 8, Privilege Serie 8 y modelos personalizados de Sunreef Yachts.

Es importante tener en cuenta que los catamaranes de lujo a menudo se personalizan según las preferencias del cliente, lo que puede afectar el precio final. Para obtener información más precisa y actualizada sobre los precios, es recomendable contactar directamente a los fabricantes, distribuidores o agentes de venta de catamaranes de lujo.

Para catamaranes que tienen precios más económicos:

Catamaranes de tamaño mediano: Los catamaranes de tamaño mediano más económicos suelen tener precios que oscilan entre los 100.000 y los 500.000 dólares. Ejemplos de modelos en esta categoría incluyen el Gemini Legacy 35, Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 y el Lagoon 380.

Catamaranes de tamaño grande: Para catamaranes más grandes pero aún asequibles, los precios pueden variar entre los 500.000 y los 1,5 millones de dólares . Algunos modelos en esta categoría son el Leopard 45, Bali 4.8 y el Fountaine Pajot Helia 44.

Catamaranes de tamaño extra grande: Los catamaranes de mayor tamaño y más económicos pueden tener precios que oscilan entre 1,5 y 3 millones de dólares. Ejemplos de modelos en esta categoría incluyen el Lagoon 50, Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 y el Leopard 50.

Embarcaciones para eventos

Los catamaranes son una opción popular y especial para celebrar eventos a bordo; ya que, suelen tener una amplia cubierta y un espacio interior amplio, lo que los convierte en el escenario perfecto para celebrar eventos . Puedes tener suficiente espacio para recibir a tus invitados, crear diferentes ambientes como: áreas de descanso, comedores, zonas de entretenimiento, y garantizar que todos se sientan cómodos durante la celebración. Además, como se mencionó anteriormente, tienen mayor estabilidad en el agua gracias a sus dos cascos; es decir, los invitados pueden disfrutar el evento sin preocuparse por el balanceo excesivo o la incomodidad causada por las olas. 

Celebrar un evento a bordo de un catamarán brinda una experiencia única e inolvidable donde puedes disfrutar de hermosas vistas del océano o de la costa, sentir la brisa marina y sumergirte en un entorno relajante y lujoso. Además, el ambiente náutico añade un toque especial y aventurero a la celebración.

Puedes alquilar un catamarán para tu evento, lo que te permite tener privacidad y exclusividad. Además, es posible personalizar la experiencia de acuerdo con tus necesidades y preferencias, ya sea que estés organizando una fiesta de cumpleaños, una boda íntima, una reunión corporativa o cualquier otro tipo de celebración.

Asimismo, se tiene la oportunidad de realizar diversas actividades durante la celebración al incluir actividades como deportes acuáticos, buceo, pesca o simplemente relajarte en las redes o en las áreas de solárium mientras disfrutas del paisaje.

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Recomendaciones para comprar un catamarán 

Por si estás pensando en comprar un catamarán, esta es una inversión significativa y requiere considerar varios aspectos importantes.

Primero, debes establecer un presupuesto claro y determinar cuánto estás dispuesto a invertir en la compra del catamarán, teniendo en cuenta no solo el precio de compra, sino también los costos adicionales como el seguro, el mantenimiento, el amarre y los impuestos.

Antes de comprar un catamarán, es importante investigar y aprender sobre diferentes marcas, modelos y características. Puedes consultar revistas especializadas, foros en línea y buscar el asesoramiento de expertos, como corredores de yates o profesionales de la industria náutica.

También, determina el tipo de catamarán que mejor se adapte a tus necesidades y preferencias . Considera si deseas un catamarán a vela o a motor, el tamaño adecuado según la cantidad de personas que planeas alojar a bordo y el tipo de navegación que tienes en mente, ya sea costera o de larga distancia.

Asimismo, evalúa cuidadosamente el estado y la condición del catamarán que estás considerando comprar. Si estás comprando un catamarán usado, es recomendable realizar una inspección exhaustiva y obtener un informe de la condición del barco realizado por un profesional.

Además, debes asegurarte de que el catamarán que deseas comprar tenga toda la documentación legal en regla. Esto incluye el título de propiedad, registros de impuestos y documentación de navegabilidad. Si estás comprando un catamarán usado, verifica que no existan gravámenes, embargos u otras cargas sobre el barco.

Si necesitas financiamiento para la compra del catamarán, investiga las opciones de préstamos y establece un plan financiero sólido. Además, considera obtener un seguro adecuado para proteger tu inversión y cumplir con los requisitos legales y de seguridad.

Ten en cuenta que la propiedad de un catamarán conlleva gastos continuos, como el mantenimiento regular, los servicios de amarre, los seguros anuales y los costos operativos; así que, asegúrate de tener en cuenta estos gastos en tu plan financiero. Adicionalmente, recuerda que cada país y región puede tener requisitos y regulaciones específicas para la compra de un catamarán. Es recomendable consultar con expertos locales y profesionales de la industria náutica para obtener asesoramiento específico según tu ubicación.

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The success of the Leopard 53 Powercat and Leopard 46 Powercat has reinforced Leopard Catamarans' world leadership in the cruising/blue water/offshore power catamaran market. The arrival in 2023 of the Leopard 40 Powercat completes a modern range, entirely reinvented, and specifically designed to meet the highest requirements of comfort and seaworthiness.

Leopard 46 Powercat

El Leopard 46 Powercat es el segundo catamarán de la nueva generación de Leopard Powercat, después del galardonado Leopard 53 Powercat. Construido por el constructor de barcos sudafricano Robertson y Caine, el Leopard 46 Powercat fue diseñado con un objetivo en mente: destacar en cuanto a comodidad y rendimiento respecto a los mejores catamaranes de su categoría.

Leopard 53 Powercat

Tras el éxito del powercat más popular de todos los tiempos (Leopard 51 Powercat), este Leopard 53 Powercat inaugura la 4ª generación con un yate que presenta todos los atributos que hicieron que su predecesor tuviera éxito, al tiempo que reinventa lo que powercat debe ser. Con el espacio, la estabilidad y la eficiencia que se esperan de un catamarán, combinados con la comodidad y el lujo de un yate a motor, el nuevo 53PC está fabricado con estilo sin comprometer el rendimiento.

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catamarán 1170

Eslora total : 11,9 m Ancho : 6,5 m Calado : 1,2 m

... restricciones y la vida en general. Con una altura libre de 6'5″, el 1170 dispone de un generoso espacio de alojamiento para un catamarán de 39 pies Una característica que tenemos en todos nuestros modelos Seawind. Los ...

catamarán 1370

Eslora total : 13,7 m Ancho : 7,6 m Calado : 1,3, 2,1 m

... todo capaz de llevar una carga pesada con el mínimo impacto en el rendimiento, este catamarán de crucero supone un paso adelante generacional en el diseño de catamaranes . El 1370 está construido con un ...

catamarán 1260

Eslora total : 12,5 m Ancho : 6,8 m Calado : 1,16 m

... más de 30 años de experiencia en la construcción de catamaranes de crucero de alta calidad en alta mar, el 1260 combina lo mejor de los conocimientos y experiencias de la empresa en uno de los catamaranes ...

catamarán OVNICAT 48

Eslora total : 14,5 m

... Arquitecto : MORTAIN & MAVRIKIOS Longitud total: 14,50 m Viga máxima : 7,75 m Calado: 1,35 m Movimiento perdido : 13 500 kg Superficie vélica cerca de : 127 m2 Vela mayor : 84,5 m2 Genoveses : 54,5 m2 Categoría de aprobación C.E. : A Motores ...

catamarán 45

Eslora total : 13,5 m Ancho : 7,5 m Calado : 1,4 m

... exteriores sin igual en el mercado. El Aventura 45 se distingue por una silueta elegante y dinámica, única en el mercado de los catamaranes de menos de 14 metros: la cubierta, presenta un doble asiento al timón, cerca ...

catamarán 37

Eslora total : 10,9 m

... hacen del Aventura 37 un catamarán especialmente apto para los cruceros con la familia, los amigos o la navegación en solitario con total seguridad. Bienvenido a bordo... Calidad Nuestra máxima prioridad es proporcionar ...

catamarán 37 DC

Eslora total : 10,9 m Ancho : 5,94 m Calado : 1,2 m

El A37 Day-charter construido según los planes de Lasta Design Studio es la novedad 2022 de Aventura Catamarans. Este catamarán de 37 pies, con una capacidad de hasta 28 personas, está especialmente diseñado para profesionales ...

catamarán SB650

Eslora total : 19,7 m Ancho : 9,8 m Calado : 1,65 m

... El SEABUS-P650 es un catamarán de vela para pasajeros diseñado para el chárter de día. Es la elección perfecta para los operadores turísticos y los profesionales del chárter de día, que exigen estilo, elegancia y seguridad ...

catamarán SB450

Eslora total : 13,56 m Calado : 1,55 m Potencia del motor : 75 ch

... Listo para cualquier reto El SB450 es un catamarán de altas prestaciones diseñado para misiones de investigación oceanográfica y para actividades de leasing y alquiler. Esbeltas líneas de flotación y elementos estructurales ...

catamarán Vision 444

Eslora total : 13,5 m Ancho : 7,6 m Calado : 1,15 m

... seguridad, estilo y ergonomía), lo que lo convierte en una de las opciones más seguras, inteligentes y con más principios de un catamarán moderno. Y una que ofrece los más altos niveles de satisfacción del propietario. Inspirado ...

catamarán NAVIS 45

Eslora total : 14 m Ancho : 7,53 m Calado : 1,5 m

... El primer modelo de la gama NAVIS. Racional y eficaz con sus finas líneas de agua y un peso razonable, muestra abiertamente su objetivo de navegación con vientos flojos. Como el resto de la gama, su diseño y construcción en paneles sándwich ...

catamarán NAVIS 50

Eslora total : 15,25 m Ancho : 8 m Calado : 1,8 m

... Siempre racional y eficaz, con sus finas líneas de agua y un peso razonable, muestra abiertamente su objetivo de navegación con vientos flojos. Como el resto de la gama, su diseño y construcción en paneles sándwich planos infundidos le ...

catamarán NAVIS 55

Eslora total : 17,5 m Ancho : 8,67 m Calado : 1,9 m

... NAVIS 55 Eslora total : 17.50 Anchura : 8.67 Un catamarán más grande para uso privado y chárter que ofrece espacios de vida separados para la comodidad de todos los huéspedes. ...

catamarán LADY JOANA

Eslora total : 19,7 m Ancho : 7,2 m

Catamarán de 145 pasajeros con motor y vela. Base - L'Estartit (Girona)

catamarán PICARDIE II

Eslora total : 20,98 m Ancho : 8,58 m

El “Picardie II” es un catamarán de vela de 20 metros de eslora y 8,58 metros de manga con una capacidad de 97 pasajeros repartidos en 2 cubiertas. El velero dispone: - Zona de solárium en la proa - Cabina con grandes ...

catamarán 420

Eslora total : 4,2 m Ancho : 2,1 m

... Posiblemente el mejor MiniCat que hemos hecho y ciertamente el más exclusivo. Para celebrar los 15 fantásticos años de navegación de MiniCat por todo el mundo presentamos un modelo de celebración del MiniCat 420, una verdadera Edición ...

catamarán FastCat 435

Eslora total : 13,23 m

catamarán FASTCAT 305 VK

Eslora total : 9 m

... del enorme espacio y confort que ofrece este catamarán . Las ventajas de nuestro sofisticado método de construcción Vector-K y todas las demás innovaciones de African Cats no las encontrará en otro catamarán ...

catamarán GREENCAT 445

Eslora total : 13,6 m

catamarán 50 LUCY

Eslora total : 15,2 m Ancho : 9,1 m Superficie de velamen : 167 m²

... Sunreef 50 Lucy fue diseñado para navegar todo el año. Equipado a medida para largos cruceros con amigos y familiares, este catamarán de vela de lujo es una mezcla única de confort, seguridad y lujo. El salón principal ...

catamarán Isla 40

Eslora total : 11,93 m Ancho : 6,63 m Calado : 1,21 m

... nuestro abanderado. Su nombre es una evidencia y el modelo de referencia para los catamaranes a vela de este tamaño. Orgulloso sucesor del Lucia 40, este nuevo catamarán a vela de 12 metros personifica ...

catamarán 40 OPEN

Eslora total : 12 m Ancho : 6,91 m Calado : 1,35 m

... UN CATAMARÁN PARA NAVEGAR Y VIVIR PLENAMENTE El Open 40 ha sido diseñado para los amantes de la navegación y de la buena vida. Este catamarán de lujo combina las sensaciones de la navegación y el confort ...

catamarán 11

Eslora total : 11,42 m Ancho : 6,59 m Calado : 1,15 m

Dentro de la alta gama de los catamaranes , el Excess 11 11 es una oportunidad única con una talla como esta. Es uno de los catamaranes de crucero más pequeños que ofrece tanta comodidad como espacio, ...

catamarán Garcia Explocat 52

Eslora total : 15,85 m

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Eslora total : 17 m

catamarán ORC42

Eslora total : 13,05 m Ancho : 7,4 m Calado : 1,5, 2,3 m

... El ORC42 es un catamarán de crucero rápido, construido por MARSAUDON COMPOSITES, enteramente diseñado para el rendimiento y la comodidad. El objetivo de este proyecto es "el placer compartido" El espacio abierto (no ...

catamarán 442

Eslora total : 13,5 m Ancho : 7,6 m Calado : 1,16 m

El ágil multitarea es el crucero de alto rendimiento ideal para quienes viajan de isla en isla, pero totalmente capaz de realizar viajes de aventuras transoceánicos. Con sus cascos con núcleo de espuma reforzada con carbono y su potente ...

catamarán 500SE

Eslora total : 15,24 m Ancho : 7,96 m Calado : 1,44 m

... calidad, bellos acabados y tejidos. Totalmente equipado para vivir a bordo, el 500SE es una referencia internacional en catamaranes . Ideal para los navegantes aventureros de aguas azules de todo el mundo. ...

catamarán CATSMART

Eslora total : 11,78 m Ancho : 6,46 m Calado : 1,1 m

... Con 11,78 m de eslora, el BALI CATSMART es el modelo más pequeño de la gama de catamaranes BALI; una revolución que trastoca las reglas para establecer nuevas referencias en términos de diseño, tecnología, seguridad y ...

catamarán FREYDIS 46'

Eslora total : 14 m

... Especificaciones - Longitud total 13,99 m - Longitud en la línea de flotación 13,99 m - Anchura 7,80 m - Calado 1.10 m - Peso en condiciones de crucero 7,5 a 8 toneladas - Altura libre de la tabla 1,60 m - Altura de la viga bajo cubierta ...

catamarán SL 33

Eslora total : 12,6 m

catamarán TORO 34S

Eslora total : 10,4 m

catamarán XS-35

Eslora total : 10,1 m

catamarán 50

Eslora total : 14,95 m Ancho : 8,34 m Calado : 1,4 m

... la nueva línea de catamaranes WAVE, presenta un enfoque de diseño inédito. La forma distintiva de la superestructura permite una cantidad de espacio sin precedentes en el salón y la cabina delantera, una rareza entre ...

catamarán Class 4

Eslora total : 46'00" Ancho : 25'00" Calado : 43 in

... Navegar en Clase 4 es sobre todo , recuperar el espíritu de crucero. El placer de ir de bahía en bahía más rápido que el viento con condiciones ligeras (7kts de velocidad con 5kts de viento real) o hacer largas travesías, en seguridad ...

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Un catamarán a motor tipo sedán

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Con sus grandes superficies acristaladas en la parte delantera y superior, el espacio abierto al mismo nivel colman las sensaciones sobre el agua.

Un catamarán a motor ideal para cruceros costeros.

El salón y el puente de mando, resguardados y bien iluminados, permiten una navegación con toda tranquilidad.

Las cualidades de navegación y la facilidad de maniobra, bien asistidas por la tecnología, lo convierten en el catamarán a motor asequible para todos los navegantes de recreo , tengan o no experiencia. Con sus dos cascos con redanes, el consumo de combustible se reduce y la autonomía rima con economía. El doble sillón y el banco en el puente de mando son ergonómicamente perfectos para no cansarse.

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Un diseño interior personal

El mobiliario, diseñado por Pierangelo Andreani , destaca por sus hermosos materiales, como la madera Alpi de color claro, que aumentan la sensación de confort. La versión «Quatuor» de cuatro camarotes ofrece numerosas camas para una familia numerosa. La versión «Maestro» dispone de una «suite» para el propietario en todo el casco con cabina de ducha independiente y cama en isla.

Características Yate a Motor MY4.S

Versión Maestro

1 camarote armador + 1 baño / 2 camarotes dobles + 1 baño

Peso ligero

Desplazamiento carga maxi

15.1 T(Approx.)

Depósito de agua dulce

Depósito de gasóleo

2×158 Gallons

Up to 425 NM

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La cocina, que recorre toda la longitud del salón, dispone de todo el equipamiento necesario para disfrutar de su comida a bordo, y se comunica directamente con el puente de mando. El luminoso y acogedor comedor le permite convivir con el mar a cualquier hora del día. La capota rígida con techo solar deja entrar el sol y el aire cuando así lo desee

Espacios interiores y exteriores

Un diseño único y espacios incomparables.

La zona de playa acolchada de proa y el amplio puente de mando de popa con barbacoa marcan la tónica para una vida a bordo muy relajada, mientras que la plataforma de baño proporciona un fácil acceso al agua para disfrutar al máximo de sus vacaciones.

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Los plazos de espera para un motor yacht Fountaine Pajot pueden variar en función del nivel de avance de su proyecto, del modelo que desee y de su zona de navegación. Algunos concesionarios de Fountaine Pajot disponen de catamaranes a motor nuevos ¡listos para navegar! ¡Contacte con su concesionario más cercano AQUÍ para preguntar por la disponibilidad del barco de sus sueños.

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El precio de un catamarán a motor Fountaine Pajot varía en función del tamaño del modelo que elija y de sus proyectos de navegación. Nuestros concesionarios están a su disposición para ayudarle a elegir los acondicionamientos, paquetes y opciones que mejor se adapten a su proyecto de compra de barco. Puede consultar el precio de inicio del barco de su elección en esta página AQUÍ .

Los motores IPS, que equipan algunos catamaranes de motor Fountaine Pajot , están concebidos para ofrecer una mejor eficacia energética, lo que se puede traducir en un ahorro de combustible en relación con otros sistemas de propulsión. La concepción global de los motores IPS se centra en optimizar las prestaciones del barco, en términos de velocidad, manejabilidad y ahorro de combustible. Y, por supuesto, los motores IPS ofreecn una excelente manejabilidad gracias a hélices orientables, lo que facilita las maniobras en espacios restringidos como los puertos.

Espaciosos y confortables en navegación, los motor yachts de Fountaine Pajot también ofrecen buenas velocidades de crucero. Según los modelos y la motorización instalada a bordo, pueden alcanzar una velocidad máxima  de 24 nudos y de 18 nudos en crucero rápido

Los catamaranes a motor son, por naturaleza, más eficientes que un barco de motor monocasco . Según el modelo y la motorización instalada a bordo, a una velocidad de crucero rápida, o sea unos 18 nudos, los motors yachts de la gama Fountaine Pajot pueden alcanzar entre 260 y 425 millas náuticas. A una velocidad de vitesse de crucero llamada “económica”, pueden alcanzar hasta 1000 millas nautica3. Por su parte, el Power 67, modelo Flagship de la gama, puede alcanzar hasta 4000 millas nauticas en velocidad de crucero económico. Eche un vistazo al comparador de barcos aquí

Gracias a su estructura con dos flotadores y una base central suspendida, las masas resultan divididas en dos y se reparten mejor. La fineza de los cascos reduce el empuje de Arquímedes y requiere mucho menos energía para desplazar el casco en el agua. El consumo resultante aumenta la autonomía de los catamaranes de motor para las grandes travesias y las estancias prolongadas en fondeo. Con igual longitud, un catamarán dispone de mucha más superficie habitable . Este ancho importante conlleva una bañera mucho has amplia así como una inmensa superficie de estancia inferior exterior a mismo nivel

Los materiales compuestos innovadores y tecnológicos componen la mayor parte de la estructura de nuestros catamaranes de motor : cascos, Fly, cubiertas, mamparos, etc. Fountaine Pajot ha desarrollado una técnica de inyección e infusión de resinas, una tecnología avanzada que confiere toda su robustez a nuestros barcos . Gracias a esta experiencia, podemos hacer nuestros catamaranes considerablemente más ligeros manteniendo una calidad constante. La inyección también permite cumplir los requisitos medioambientales más estrictos, en línea con los compromisos del Grupo Fountaine Pajot.

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