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Quick Look: Fusion 40 USA

• By Jeremy McGeary
• Updated: September 12, 2007

Australia-based Fusion Catamarans has opened a production facility in Sarasota, Florida, where it is currently building the Fusion 40 USA to individual customer order. This Gary Lidgard design shows a profile of gentle curves capped by a rigid cockpit roof that flows in all dimensions from the saloon. More curves direct the transom steps to permit boarding from inboard of the hulls rather than over the sterns. A relatively short forward bridgedeck connected to the bow crossbar by a catwalk supports the designer’s claim that this cat is built to deliver performance. The self-tacking jib suggests you won’t have to work hard to obtain it.

The interior plans show a master suite to port and in the starboard hull a queen suite forward and a study aft. The saloon has a 360-degree view and opening windows to create cross ventilation. The builder can make modifications “to reflect the needs and tastes” of each client.

Fusion 40 USA Specs

LOA: 40′ 0″ LWL: 39′ 4″ Beam: 23′ 4″ Draft: 3′ 6″ Sail Area: 790 sq. ft Displacement: 9,095 lbs Water: 177 gal Fuel: 212 gal Engines: 2x Yanmar 30 hp Designer: Gary Lidgard Fusion Catamarans USA 941-374-3742 www.fusioncats.com

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Fusion 40 Catamaran

Bold, stylish and impeccably finished, the Fusion 40 kitset catamaran from Fusion Catamarans New Zealand brings to market a variety of build options from hull and decks to motor-away and sail-away turnkey packages

Specifications

• Designed by Australian-based New Zealand designer Gary Lidgard as a kitset build project, the Fusion 40 is an ultra-modern lightweight catamaran.
• Fusion Catamarans New Zealand can offer the Fusion 40 in kitset form as hull and decks only or as a motor or full sail option with a variety of layout options.
• The Fusion 40 would provide the ideal stepping stone for keeler sailors looking to move up into a performance-orientated catamaran with the space and comfort of two keelers.
• With a clean and unobstructed deck layout, the Fusion 40 is less complicated and easier to manage than many similar size keelers.
• The catamaran is a stylish off-shore cruiser with all-round sailing capability and live-aboard comfort, and represents outstanding value at less than replacement cost.

Fusion Catamarans’ New Zealand agent and boatbuilder Denis Bettany says the Fusion 40 is a catamaran that should naturally appeal to the experienced mono-hull sailor looking for a well-mannered and easily-managed yacht that performs in all wind ranges.

The kitset option has progressively grown to include a full set of internal bulkheads and moulds to suit both charter operators and private ownership. Because the cat was specifically designed as a kitset, manufacturing tolerances are exacting with the moulds computer-designed and machined using state of the art five-axis router technology.

Construction is composite of vinyl ester and vinyl epoxy resins utilising vacuum infusion molding technology resulting in extremely fair, light and super-strong components and a gel coat finish comparable to any production yard.

The yacht is designed and manufactured to CE Class A certification standards.

Bettany says because of the composite nature of the hull and deck assembly, the Fusion is realistically beyond the skills of the backyard builder and would recommend that initial assembly at least be carried out with the help of an experienced boatbuilder.

The Fusion 40 catamaran has a 7.2m (23’6″) beam and relatively high topsides.

All the primary sheets and control lines including main halyard and reefing lines run aft through clutches to the cockpit. The headsail is also self-tacking so there is nothing complicated about the boat at all. It’s easily handled by a couple and with twin 29hp Yanmar diesel engines on sail drives manoeuvring the cat around in the marina is straightforward and predictable.

Lidgard has created indoor-outdoor flow from cockpit to saloon with twin glass sliding doors and full-width aft picture windows giving 360-degree views around the boat whether in the saloon or cockpit. The saloon is large and comfortable with U-shaped squabs set around a large high-gloss table with the galley alongside to starboard. Additional counter space and galley storage is built in against the cockpit bulkhead. The combination of leather upholstery, cream vinyl linings, teak and holly floors, polished cappings and Corion counters create a stylish and luxurious retreat.

Access to the cat’s accommodation is via matching timber stairways immediately inside the saloon, with the master cabin and quest cabin forward of the companionways, with matching en suites further forward with electric toilets and hot showers.

A third full-size bathroom and day head has been built aft on the port side.

The navigation station is located immediately inside the port companionway and features a full chart-size table flanked by an eight-inch C-series Raymarine radar/plotter/sounder, BEP switch panels and breakers and a repeater unit for the Raymarine instruments at both helm stations.

A combination of full headroom, topside windows and white gelcoat finish adds up to a light, airy, space finished in teak cappings and floors and cream upholstered ceiling liners.

Domestic galley appliances include separate upright fridge and freezer, oven and microwave and an option for an automatic washer/drier.

Specifications Fusion 40

(Price as reviewed $845,000)

Designer Gary Lidgard Build Fusion Catamarans (NZ) Ltd LOA 12m (40ft) Beam 7.2m (23’6″) Headroom 6’4″ Displacement 5750kg Engines 2 x Yanmar 29hp Water 800 litres Diesel 400 litres

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Boat Review Date: November 2010 Author: Mike Brown Overview

Catamarans generally need plenty of breeze to give stimulating sailing, conditions we did not have on the review day, but probably the majority of people who buy them are more interested in their other qualities than in stimulation. Space and steadiness are qualities that stand out.

The Fusion 40 has plenty of both. 7.2m of beam to go with 12.2m of length provide a huge platform, and the deck area and hull volumes have been well used. As for steadiness: my wife is reluctant to get on board sailing monohulls – they are far ‘too tippy’ – and I suspect plenty of other spouses feel the same. Catamarans are the cruising craft of choice for a great many serious, long-term cruising folk.

Fusions have been built purely as power cruisers, many powered by the same twin 30hp Yanmar diesels of the review boat. This power is far from puny, being good for 9.5 knots, and giving great range from the 400L tank. The saildrive units have sophisticated Gori reversible pitch propellers that can fully feather, deliver full thrust astern, and can be set for overdrive when cruising. They would be ideal for motor sailing in head winds – conditions cruising cats do not relish.

The cockpit is naturally vast, and its endearing cruising quality is that it is on the same level as the saloon. In power cruiser style this doubles the social space, allowing easy passage between the two areas through the wide doors.

The locally built Fusions are all custom-built meaning that layout is whatever you want it to be, and one of the crucial buyer decisions is where to put the galley. The most popular location for combined Rottnest-cruising boats is in the saloon rather than in the starboard hull: it locates the work centre near the social centre. This is also the spacious choice, giving the cook all the elbowroom in the world. Illustrating the boat’s stability the stove does not sit in gimbals, its three-burner cook top being located above a snugly built-in gas oven.

The fridge and freezer are the ideal kind for sea going, using drawers instead of doors. There are plenty of other drawers housing crockery and the like, and plenty of preparation area.

The saloon seats its occupants on a monster, super comfortable settee. Unlike the settees of monohulls, you can see out of the windows while you sit in it. Window area is vast, and a good share of can be opened for ventilation. Electronics are opposite the settee on the after bulkhead; the main Raymar screen pivots, giving the option of viewing through the window from the helm position.

There are permanent berths for six, and there is no doubt where the owner lives: the whole of the port hull is devoted to one couple. The sleeping cabin forward is very spacious because the queen size bed occupies bridge deck space, leaving the hull volume clear and available for wardrobes and people movement.

At the after end of the hull is probably the biggest bathroom I have seen on a boat anywhere near this size, and between the two compartments part of the alley space is given over to the washing machine.

The inhabitants of the starboard hull are tourist class rather than steerage. The two double cabins and the bathroom are smaller, certainly, but far from cramped. And like the rest of the boat all surfaces are easily cleaned, reducing the time needed for housekeeping.

Most time of course will be spent on deck. The cockpit can take a dozen or more without crowding, and there is side and foredeck area for at least that number again. The cockpit has an upholstered surface, and any number of locker tops to serve as seats.

The Fusion’s rig is the straightforward set-up typical of cats, with most of the working area in the main. The main has a lazy bag, and the self-tacking jib and screecher are on furlers. All control lines lead aft, so it is only necessary to send someone forward for raising and dropping the main. It can still be a single-handed operation, because the Fusion has an autopilot.

Catamarans can have restricted forward vision for the helmsman, but that is not the case with this one. Sitting, the view through windows is good, or you can stand with your head through a hatch in the hardtop. Access to electronic information is good too, with a trio of sailing instruments by the helm as well as the GPS and sounder on the main screen in the saloon.

Cruising boats need tenders, of course, and the gantry across the stern can simply be set up to operate as davits. Boarding platforms are built-in.

A really endearing cruising feature is the shallow draught: just 0.8m. And for big tidal areas like the Kimberley, you can dry out on a beach without falling over.

Price from                    AUD $750,000

Length overall              12.2m

Beam                           7.2m

Draught                        0.8m

Displacement, loaded    5.75T

Sail area, main and jib   89sqm

Fuel capacity                400L

Fresh water                  800L

Motors                          2 x 30hp Yanmar Saildrives

Fusion 40 Boat Reviews

Boat Review Date: November 2010 Author: Mike Brown Overview

Catamarans generally need plenty of breeze to give stimulating sailing, conditions we did not have on the review day, but probably the majority of people who buy them are more interested in their other qualities than in stimulation. Space and steadiness are qualities that stand out.

The Fusion 40 has plenty of both. 7.2m of beam to go with 12.2m of length provide a huge platform, and the deck area and hull volumes have been well used. As for steadiness: my wife is reluctant to get on board sailing monohulls – they are far ‘too tippy’ – and I suspect plenty of other spouses feel the same. Catamarans are the cruising craft of choice for a great many serious, long-term cruising folk.

Fusions have been built purely as power cruisers, many powered by the same twin 30hp Yanmar diesels of the review boat. This power is far from puny, being good for 9.5 knots, and giving great range from the 400L tank. The saildrive units have sophisticated Gori reversible pitch propellers that can fully feather, deliver full thrust astern, and can be set for overdrive when cruising. They would be ideal for motor sailing in head winds – conditions cruising cats do not relish.

The cockpit is naturally vast, and its endearing cruising quality is that it is on the same level as the saloon. In power cruiser style this doubles the social space, allowing easy passage between the two areas through the wide doors.

The locally built Fusions are all custom-built meaning that layout is whatever you want it to be, and one of the crucial buyer decisions is where to put the galley. The most popular location for combined Rottnest-cruising boats is in the saloon rather than in the starboard hull: it locates the work centre near the social centre. This is also the spacious choice, giving the cook all the elbowroom in the world. Illustrating the boat’s stability the stove does not sit in gimbals, its three-burner cook top being located above a snugly built-in gas oven.

The fridge and freezer are the ideal kind for sea going, using drawers instead of doors. There are plenty of other drawers housing crockery and the like, and plenty of preparation area.

The saloon seats its occupants on a monster, super comfortable settee. Unlike the settees of monohulls, you can see out of the windows while you sit in it. Window area is vast, and a good share of can be opened for ventilation. Electronics are opposite the settee on the after bulkhead; the main Raymar screen pivots, giving the option of viewing through the window from the helm position.

There are permanent berths for six, and there is no doubt where the owner lives: the whole of the port hull is devoted to one couple. The sleeping cabin forward is very spacious because the queen size bed occupies bridge deck space, leaving the hull volume clear and available for wardrobes and people movement.

At the after end of the hull is probably the biggest bathroom I have seen on a boat anywhere near this size, and between the two compartments part of the alley space is given over to the washing machine.

The inhabitants of the starboard hull are tourist class rather than steerage. The two double cabins and the bathroom are smaller, certainly, but far from cramped. And like the rest of the boat all surfaces are easily cleaned, reducing the time needed for housekeeping.

Most time of course will be spent on deck. The cockpit can take a dozen or more without crowding, and there is side and foredeck area for at least that number again. The cockpit has an upholstered surface, and any number of locker tops to serve as seats.

The Fusion’s rig is the straightforward set-up typical of cats, with most of the working area in the main. The main has a lazy bag, and the self-tacking jib and screecher are on furlers. All control lines lead aft, so it is only necessary to send someone forward for raising and dropping the main. It can still be a single-handed operation, because the Fusion has an autopilot.

Catamarans can have restricted forward vision for the helmsman, but that is not the case with this one. Sitting, the view through windows is good, or you can stand with your head through a hatch in the hardtop. Access to electronic information is good too, with a trio of sailing instruments by the helm as well as the GPS and sounder on the main screen in the saloon.

Cruising boats need tenders, of course, and the gantry across the stern can simply be set up to operate as davits. Boarding platforms are built-in.

A really endearing cruising feature is the shallow draught: just 0.8m. And for big tidal areas like the Kimberley, you can dry out on a beach without falling over.

Price from                    $750,000

Length overall              12.2m

Beam                           7.2m

Draught                        0.8m

Displacement, loaded    5.75T

Sail area, main and jib   89sqm

Fuel capacity                400L

Fresh water                  800L

Motors                          2 x 30hp Yanmar Saildrives

Specifications for Fusion 40

(fusion 43 ft and fusion 47 ft specifications are available on request).

• L.O.A 12 metres 40
• Beam 7.2 metres 23'6"
• Draft 1.1 metres
• Headroom in hulls 1.95 metres 6'4"
• Headroom in b/deck 1.95 metres 6'4"
• Mast height 17.5 metres
• Fuel Capacity 400 litres
• Water Capacity 800 litres
• Payload 1850 kilograms
• Displacement 5,750 kilograms
• B/Deck clearance 800 mm
• Motors 2×29 hp Diesel Saildrives

At Fusion Marine we have spent a great deal of time ensuring that the weight is kept to a minimum. If you would like any further information please contact us at Fusion Marine or email us at [email protected]

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Brand: Fusion 40

Gary Lidgard’s Fusion 40 catamaran model was designed after lengthy consultation with multihull owners worldwide. The result is a mid sized cat with features that ideally suit an owner who needs good cruising comfort along with a light and relatively nimble performance. Gary Litgard’s design for the Fusion 40 was truly a fusion of the best Australian catamaran design concepts. Fusions have a central electric winch in the cockpit as innovated by Lock Crowther and commonly seen on Catanas. They have an Owner’s Hull layout with huge aft owner’s shower & head very much like that of the successful Perry 43. And they have a ‘barn door’ cockpit/salon integration and protective hard bimini similar to Seawinds. Litgard added a galley up and surprisingly good CAD assisted ergonomics to the package and integrated everything into a sleek and seakindly profile.

Fusions are hull, deck, and bulkhead kit boats. The workmanship, interiors, wiring, equipment, and overall quality varies depending on the builder.

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Fusion 40 Catamaran Build

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Many thanks to Shane and Carmen, who are building a Fusion 40 in Australia, for agreeing to share their experiences on the project.

Fusion Catamarans design and sell a modular marine construction kit of components: resin infused, gelcoat and fibreglass components that enable you to build your own performance cruising catamaran or outsource the work to a yard.

Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your plans. Why did you decide to self build a Fusion 40? Are you planning a big trip, for example? We decided to build a Fusion as this will be our home and we want to ensure it will meet our demands of travelling around the world Priorities are that we want this to be a fast and comfortable boat.

Why did you choose the 40? Did you sail a Fusion Cat prior to deciding? No, we have never sailed a Fusion Cat (yes you read that right, we have never sailed one and yet we are building one!) We did a lot of research and decided on the 40 because we thought it looks stylish and it has the design aspects required for an ocean-going catamaran (ie. bridge clearance and beam)

Were there any other brands you considered? Our original plan was to purchase a Dehler mono (42ft). Then we realised we would struggle with the lean factor on lengthy ocean crossings! We looked at Schionning but didn’t like the balsa core and amount of labour involved. Fusions are foam and divinycell. We also looked at Seawind but were put off by the inability to customise the boat and the large capital outlay

Did you consider buying a second hand yacht? Yes. We initially looked at Sonra, a Fusion 40, which was built in 2010. We seriously considered the purchase however due to the engine hours, having to replace the rigging, dated electrical coupled with the capital outlay (when we weren’t yet ready to cruise) it didn’t feel like the right decision at the time

How long will she take to build? Our estimate is approximately 3 years

Can you share some of the challenges you have faced /expect to face on a project like this? There are too many to list here! Some of the main challenges: Fatigue! Being self-motivated means long hours! Moving to a new location without our friends and family close by for support Working with nasty chemicals…boat building is a very undesirable job!   Have you made any significant modifications to the design? Is there a process to do this with Fusion? We have completely rebuilt the bows from the standard kit. Now 13 degree reverse bow adding another foot to the waterline. Increased the cockpit length and hull bridge by 2 feet. We have also modified and extended the sterns by 3 feet, including modified transoms (another 3 feet at waterline) So in a nutshell, we have made 3 major modifications to the original design (bows, bridge, transoms)

How much space do you need for a build like this? We are currently leasing a slab at a local slipway approx 40 x 8 x 25 ft but can’t stress enough the importance of a dome cover for shelter.

In your opinion, what kind of experience is required to successfully pull off a project such as this? Ha! So many things some to mind! – Resilience – Teamwork – Planning – Diligence – Perseverance

Are you completing the build on your own or do you have a team? It’s just us! Shane and Carmen. With occasional help when required. Our mate Mark has been helping us out of late (thanks Mark!)

Can you give us an idea of the rough price differential between a self-build and a comparable manufactured cat? Differential – It’s hard to say as we are capitalising on some unique items such as the rig, sails, electrical etc. At a guess we would say the rough saving of building (as we are owner builder) vs a production boat is approx. 20%.

What are the main advantages of a self-build catamaran like this over a production cat? The main advantage is we have had the ability to modify and we have been able to increase the structural integrity of the boat to suit harsher ocean conditions

Are there any disadvantages? Physical labour has been very taxing on our bodies! Being in a rural area has restricted our ability to secure qualified labour This build journey has meant Shane has stopped working in his trade We are always itchy and sometimes we have questioned why we are even doing this! 😂   What is the best thing about the design? You can make it what you want by being able to customise and modernise to suit current and modern designs and trends (which we have done)

Is there a design feature you don’t like? What would you change if anything? We think the hatch behind the mast looks cumbersome. It breaks up the flush look of the windows. The installation of a flush hatch is a consideration if the area is not required for the mast rotation system. This is “Pie in the Sky “ and applicable to an extended version only. If we could change the design we would alter the underwater profile from the mini keel aft to the sterns to have less camber (turn) and more width (fatter and flatter). The aim would be to provide greater volume and a smoother release.

What are the “Must Have” options for the boat over and above the essentials? eg electric winch, engine size, folding props, heating, water maker, inverter, solar, gen set etc…. 12Vdc, 24Vdc and 240Vac systems 24V High output alternators coupled with Lithium-Ion Batteries

What are the “Nice to Haves”? – Rotating carbon fibre wing mast with a Harken Split track car system – Reefing Hooks – OneSails carbon sails – 39HP (vs standard 29HP) Yanmars – Harken Electric winch – Beautiful sports steering wheel – Coffee machine and a kick ass stereo

Which features are not worth bothering with? Integrated air-conditioning! Expensive! Washing machine (says Shane 🤣)

How will you configure the helm? Single helm station port side Hydraulic steering

How will you configure the living space – is there room for personalisation here? Galley up No gas (full electric) Full domestic appliances including induction cooktop Customised feature coffee table Swinging chart plotter No navigation table 3rd bedroom will be interchangeable to a workshop

What kind of average speed on passage are you aiming for? 11 knots. Maximum 20+ ⛵️   How is the market for second-hand self-built Fusion cats? We hear good things! We have already got brokers ringing us

What kind of finish are you aiming for in the interior? Clean, light and modern. Neutral colours and soft textures.

How is the Fusion Owner’s community? Do you get good support from Fusion? The Fusion community of owners has been amazing. Very grateful – Call out to Nev and Amanda from Bossanova. Thankyou!!

Anything else you would add to help people thinking of building a Fusion 40? Research research research and research some more. The kit is only the beginning. There is a lot of work to consider on top of assembling the kit itself. Would seriously consider buying a Fusion already semi built and refit/modify as required to save time (and frustration!)

You can follow Shane & Carmen’s progress at Sailingstraitlines.com

Or on their Instagram and Facebook page. They are posting with the following hashtag: #sailingstraitlines

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The Fusion 40 is designed with the focus on performance, built stronger and lighter than most production catamarans. Excellent visibility from the helm with rigging run aft to the cockpit for easy handling by a couple. Updates completed over 2020/2021 are as follows: New Mainsail, jib and screecher. New running rigging, fresh bottom paint with Trinidad SR60. The sail drives underwent major service including new prop shafts, props and seals.

Equipment: Fresh Water Tanks: (212 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: (100 Gallons) Holding Tanks: (40 Gallons) Garmin 4208 Chartplotter Garmin Radar Tridata instruments Raymarine ST60s Autopilot Raymarine ST6002 Uniden ES UM525 VHF LG TV Flat Screen Stereo/CD/DVD w/Kenwood (2) Drawer style Freezer (2) Drawer style Refrigerator Force 10 (3) burner stove with oven. Seaward propane solenoid valve Double stainless steel sink Westerbeke 5.5kW Generator with remote start at helm w/428 hours (3) 135w Solar Panels (1) 80w Solar Panel w/Blue-Sky Controller (3) AGM House Battery Bank (1) Group 27 Start Battery Digital Displays for voltage/current Victron 80 Amp Battery Charger Pro Mariner ProSafe Zinc Saver 60

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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40' fusion 40 catamaran.

• The running rigging was just replaced 10/21
• New Ocean Air interior screens and shades replaced main salon 10/21
• The sail drives under went extensive servicing 10/21
• Fresh bottom paint with Trinidad SR60 7/20
• New Doyle Mainsail and self tacking jib 2020
• Laminate 730 sq. ft. screecher 2020
• Genset 5 KW with less than 500 hours serviced and ready 8/21
• Specifications
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• This yacht is designed with a cruising couple in mind. It is easily single handed with its single sheet self-tacking jib and jiffy reefing system all controllable from the cockpit.
• Full batten 10.950z Dacron mainsail and (2) reefs.
• Furling Jib 9.950z with self-tacking track
• Screecher mounted with furler on sprit
• Lazy jacks and stack pack system for main sail.
• Harken sail track and slide system.
• White powder coated aluminum mast and boom.
• Ã? All sheets lead to cockpit through deck organizer.
• Ã? Harken 46 two-speed self-tailing electric winch
• (2) Harken 46 two-speed winches
• The Port Hull features the Owners' Suite with Electric Head & separate shower. The
• Starboard Hull features VIP Guest Stateroom forward with head and stateroom aft that can be used for guests that has convertible double berth.
• (2) Cruise Air reverse cycle air conditioning/heat 16000BTU each
• Salon / Dinette / Nav Station
• The Salon/ Dinette / Nav Station is open to the Galley with expansive windows offering unparalleled views.
• U-Shaped Galley is open to the Salon/ Dinette.
• (2) Drawer style Freezer
• Ã? (2) Drawer style Refrigerator
• Ã? Force 10 (3) burner stove with oven.
• Seaward propane solenoid valve with remote switch.
• Double stainless steel sink with hot and cold mixer faucet.
• Third sink has custom cutting board cover to add counter space.
• Corian countertops.
• Ã? Cherry wood storage cabinetry.
• Garmin 4208 Chartplotter
• Garmin Radar
• Tridata instruments Raymarine ST60's
• Autopilot Raymarine ST6002
• Uniden ES UM525 VHF
• Ã? LG TV Flat Screen
• Stereo/CD/DVD w/Kenwood subwoofer sound system for a theater experience when watching TV.
• Ã? Westerbeke 5.5kW Generator with remote start at helm w/428 hours
• (3) 135w Solar Panels (1) 80w Solar Panel w/Blue-Sky Controller
• (3) AGM House Battery Bank
• (1) Group 27 Start Battery
• Digital Displays for voltage/current
• Victron 80 Amp Battery Charger
• Pro Mariner ProSafe Zinc Saver 60
• (2) 30 amp Shore power connectors e (2) 50 t 30 amp shore cords
• Carbon Fiber crossbeam
• (2) Vinyl coated polyester mesh trampolines in bow.
• Ã? Glass windshield.
• Molded Helm console with instrumentation
• Aquameter binnacle compass.
• Helm seat with footrest.
• Large companionway door with locking latches.
• Cockpit integral molded seating with storage under and full set of Cockpit cushions.
• Cockpit centerline dining table.
• Fiberglass storage boxes and large ice chest / storage box.
• Hard Bimini with Sunbrella shade extension for aft Cockpit
• Boarding step.
• Double life lines port and starboard.
• Navigation lights.
• Folding swim ladder on transom
• Fresh hot and cold water shower on transom.
• 451b Spade Anchor mounted on bow with 250 ft. of G4 3/8" chainÃ? 
• Large anchor chain locker, center and mid deck.
• Quick electric windlass with hand held controls.
• 5/8 Nylon 30 ft. bridle with chain hooks. e Docking lines and fenders.

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The modular construction of this sailing catamaran makes it quite fast to build, and still allows to choose the layout and aesthetic style of the interior.

The main room houses an open kitchen and lounge space with large sofa.

Portside hull can host up to 4 guests in two cabins, whereas owner cabin and bathroom are located on portside.

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