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2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran

• By Patrick Sciacca
• April 10, 2022

Aquila’s 28 Molokai Power Catamaran, based on a form from Hawaiian Cat designer Kirk Clark, proved an agile, wave-slicing fishing boat. Its 9-foot-8-inch beam carries from bow to stern and aids in providing great stability.

Notable fishing features include two 94-gallon insulated fish boxes, a 30-gallon livewell, 15 rod holders and Taco outriggers. There is also a removable cutting board, a sink, pullout tackle boxes and undergunwale rod stowage. The bow offers net-throwing space to spare.

Powered by optional 200 hp Mercury outboards (twin 150s are standard), the 28 Molokai takes off with dog-sees-squirrel urgency. We saw an average top hop of 46.5 mph at 5,500 rpm on a choppy day off Pompano Beach, Florida. The wide, deep hull tunnel on the 28 Molokai creates a pocket of pillowlike air that provides a sense of liftoff. Shooting across an aquamarine sea, it felt akin to flying over the water.

At 4,000 rpm, we made a comfortable 33 mph, the engines consuming 16.9 gph. With the boat’s 150-gallon fuel capacity and considering a 10 percent reserve, range is 263 miles. Bring the speed down to 23.5 mph, and fuel burn drops to 9.4 gph and range jumps to 337 miles.

Interior and Accessories

The 28 Molokai’s layout includes foldout cockpit seats that measure 22 inches wide and 17 inches deep. The coaming lifts up, the seats fold down, and the coaming forms a backrest. The helm fits a skipper and companion. The forward section of the helm console offers a built-in, double-wide bench. A head is inside the console. Another bench seat is at the bow, and abaft it to port and starboard are two more lounges with removable backrests. All the cushions can be removed.

For boaters who want more protection from the elements, the 28 Molokai is also offered in a cuddy-cabin layout. Sprinting offshore to chase billfish or sitting on the hook to catch dinner, the Aquila Molokai 28 is a solid blend of form and function.

How We Tested

• Engines: Twin 200 hp Mercury Verado V-6
• Drive/Props: Outboard/16″ x 17″ 3-blade stainless steel
• Gear Ratio: 1.85:1 Fuel Load: 75 gal. Water On Board: 25 gal. Crew Weight: 350 lb.

High Points

• Smooth, wave-dicing ride across the chop. The lift of the hull tunnel and soft-riding nature should reduce fatigue on longer runs.
• Owners get a well-equipped, ready-to-run boat at the base price.
• Cuddy-cabin version is available for those who live in more challenging climates.
• Single windshield wiper could be larger to more effectively cover window real estate.
• Could use additional fuel capacity for increased range.

Toughest Competitor

World Cat ’s 280 CC-X (approx. $289,000) offers more fuel capacity at 220 gallons and larger outboard options (up to twin 225 hp). The 280 CC-X has about 1,200 pounds more displacement with its standard engines. The Molokai 28 edges out the 280 CC-X on beam by about 6 inches.

Pricing and Specs

Speed, efficiency, operation.

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Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran Boat Review

• By Patrick Sciacca
• January 29, 2022

The Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran is an agile and fast wave-slicing fishing platform that’s stable whether you’re trolling, drifting over a reef or sitting on the hook bottom fishing over a wreck. The vessel’s 9-foot-8-inch beam carries from bow to stern and aids in the vessel’s stable-as-a-table nature. The 28 Molokai’s hull design is based on a form from Hawaiian Cat designer Kirk Clark.

The powercat’s notable fishing features include two 94-gallon insulated fish boxes, a 30-gallon livewell, 15 rod holders, and Taco outriggers. There’s also a removable cutting board, a sink, pullout tackle boxes in a console on centerline and under-gunwale rod stowage. For live-bait fans, the bow’s cast-net space measures about 4 feet wide with unimpeded room to throw.

Powered with a pair of 200 hp Mercury outboards (twin 150s are standard), my test boat jumped on plane quickly, motors spooling up with dog-sees-squirrel urgency. I saw an average top hop of 46.5 mph at 5,500 rpm on a choppy winter day off Pompano Beach, Florida, with Aquila brand manager Alain Raas.

The 28 Molokai’s hull tunnel is wide and deep, creating a pocket of pillowlike air that provides a sense of liftoff. Shooting across an aquamarine sea, it felt more akin to flying over the water than riding atop it.

Dialing the controls back to 4,000 rpm made for a comfortable 33 mph cruise speed. At this velocity, the engines consume 16.9 gph, or 1.95 mpg. Considering the boat’s 150-gallon fuel capacity (keeping a 10 percent reserve), the projected range is 263 miles. Bring the speed down to 23.5 mph, where fuel burn drops to 9.4 gph (2.5 mpg), and the range jumps to 337 miles.

The 28 Molokai’s layout includes forward-facing foldout seats in the aft cockpit that measure 22 inches wide and 17 inches deep. The coaming lifts up, the seats fold out and down, and then the coaming forms a backrest. The helm bench accommodates a skipper and companion. The forward section of the helm console features a built-in bench seat for two. A head is inside the console and is accessed abaft the seat.

The 28 comes with another bench at the bow, and abaft it to port and starboard lie two more lounges with removable backrests. All the cushions can be removed when it’s a fish day.

Boaters who want more protection from the elements can choose the 28 Molokai with a cuddy-cabin layout. Sprinting offshore to chase billfish or sitting on the hook to catch dinner, the Aquila Molokai 28 is a solid blend of form and function.

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Performance.

• Engines: Twin Mercury 200s
• Load: Two crew, 75 gal. fuel, water
• Time to 30 mph: N/A
• Top Speed: 46.5 mph @ 5,500 rpm
• Best MPG:  1.95 mpg @ 23.5 mph (4,000 rpm)

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2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran Guide: Complete Overview, Info, Specs & Review

At first glance, the Aquila 28 Molokai offers clean styling and lines that give the impression of a no-frills power catamaran designed for utility and cruising.

The large deck area in the vessel’s rear, coupled with the short front deck and spacious helm enclosure, gives the boat a boxy look. However, it seems to have a futuristic look, thanks to the slight curving of the deck rails and the sleek-tiered look of the pontoons on either side of the catamaran.

The 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran looks ready to take you and your friends on the fishing trip of a lifetime, and there’s enough deck space for tackling the largest game fish. The cat also gives the impression that it’s a good choice for a dive boat, and we can imagine stacking the deck with divers ready to head out to sea for a liveaboard adventure for a few days.

Let’s unpack the details of the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran.

Design Overview

When you view the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran from the front of the vessel, it’s clear that this power cat has everything it needs to qualify as a power cruiser. Hawaiian Cat designer Kirk Clark designed this model as a wave-slicing, agile fishing boat capable of tackling any ocean environment and all fishing grounds.

Aquilla has a reputation for building some of the best power cats available. The larger models in the range are all about luxury and performance, giving you a highly adaptable and functional platform with plenty of luxurious fittings and finishes.

However, Aquilla wanted to do something different with the new 28 Molokai model. This power cat comes with a dedicated design for fishing or diving. Aquilla felt it needed a model that caters to this market segment without skimping on the design features that made the brand famous.

The result is a power cat with stylish looks and a hint of luxury everywhere on the vessel. At the same time, you get a boat with a practical layout and configuration that’s highly useful for fishing. The modular design of the helm and deck give you limitless customizations and arrangements for your seating and driver setup.

With a 28-foot length and a  9-foot-8-inch beam from bow to stern, the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran has plenty of stability in the water. Whether you’re floating above the reef deep dropping for grouper or plowing through the surf on the way to your spot, the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran provides a sturdy, secure ride that’s superior to anything a single-hulled vessel can provide.

This model comes with a setup to satisfy the demands of the pickiest angling enthusiast. Some of the standout fishing accessories and features included with this cat are its 15-rod holders, Taco outriggers, dual 94-gallon insulated fish boxes, and its 30-gallon live well. This boat is ready to take on overnight fishing trips in all ocean conditions.

Other notable accessories for anglers include the under-gunwale rod storage, sink, removable cutting board, pullout tackle box, and the bow offers you plenty of space for casting your bait net. Overall, this cat is an angler’s dream and a great choice for deep-sea fishing, spearfishing, and coastal fishing trips.

When it comes to the powerplants, the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran runs on dual 150-Hp Mercury outboards . The 150s give you plenty of power for pushing the boat through the choppiest conditions. However, if you want to unlock the real performance of this vessel, we recommend upgrading to the more powerful 200-Hp motors in the twin configuration.

With the two Mercury 200s powering the cat, you get an amazing acceleration and a fast time to get the boat onto its plane. Test boats running the 2 x 200-Hp configuration see top speeds approaching 47-mph with the motors whining away at 5,500-rpm.

The ideal cruising speed for the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran seems to be around 33-mph, producing 4,000-rpm. You can expect modest fuel consumption at these speeds, even with the larger motors. Average consumption running at cruising speeds measures 16.9-gph.

The Aquila 28 Molokai comes with a 150-gallon fuel capacity, and you get a 10% reserve tank, storing an additional 15-gallons. With the standard and reserve in play, boaters can expect a range of approximately 263-miles.

If you decide to take your hand off the throttle for a leisurely cruise, you can expect even better consumption from the Aquila 28 Molokai. Dropping the speed to 23.5-mph at 3,000-rpm see’s your consumption drop to 9.4-gph, and the boat’s range jumps to a staggering 337-miles; that’s quite an improvement.

The Aquila 28 Molokai owes its performance and power not so much to the engines powering the vessel but more to its innovative hull design. This power cat has one of the best hull designs in its class, allowing you to get the boat moving onto its plane in no time.

This vessel’s deep, wide dual cat-style hull provides a sense of immediate liftoff, pushing the boat up and out of the surf for a smooth and easy ride. When you get up to planning speed, it feels like you’re floating across the ocean on a cloud. The reduction in chop is very noticeable over a single-hulled boat, and you get a light steering experience at the helm.

You get a lightweight fiberglass design for the hull, with a downdraft that won’t push spray over the bow. Overall, the cruising experience with this cat is nothing short of world-class. You get an easy slicing action through the water, even when conditions are in the four to six-foot wave range.

You get a soft-riding boat that feels extremely efficient, and it jumps on a plane at the lowest speeds, saving your gas while improving the cruising experience. The sides of the hulls come with plastic accents in four different colors, including black, blue, orange, and yellow.

Interior, Seating, and Deck

The 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran comes with many configurations and deck layouts. The only thing defining your experience is your budget. It’s a completely modular boat, and you have options for a cuddy or center console setup.

You have plenty of options for deck setups, but the storage options stay the same. You get easy access to the gas tank from the underfloor well, and there are dual 94-gallon fish boxes on either side of the deck. You get underfloor access to the pumps for the live wells with plenty of room in the pontoon storage.

When it comes to rod holders, you get four on each gunwale, allowing for multiple deep droppers on either side of the boat. You also get four rocket rod holders on the rear of the canopy and two extra rocket holders, one on each side of the canopy. The center console model comes complete with an outrigger set up for fishing. You also have a complete 4-speaker premium Fusion audio system.

Behind the console, you’ll find a setup ready for fishing. There are built-in tackle boxes, plenty of cup holders, and more fishing trays under the driver and passenger seat at the helm.

The helm is spacious, with a double-wide bench featuring comfortable vinyl leather seating. The captains and passenger chairs come with collapsing armrests included.

The helm also features a full electronic dashboard system, with a Raymarine Fishfinder and GPS, including touchscreen capability. You get fantastic visibility from the helm, with the compass sitting on top of the dash for easy referencing. The dash has a push-button setup for a user-friendly experience. You have all the buttons you need for full control over the vessel, including the operation of the pump systems for the live wells and washdown system.

The windshield comes with a small gap in the top, allowing airflow through the cabin without letting in the spray. You also get a small storage cuddy in the dash with a USB port included for charging your devices and two more cup holders on either side.

The boat’s bow comes with three large storage bins for fish or gear, with easy locking functionality. With the bins closed and locked, you get a decent casting platform for your rod or bait net. You get compression-locking hatches and tread grip on the tops of the boxes to prevent slipping.

Moving to the deck, you have plenty of options for seating. You can choose between your deck layout, with benches offering comfortable padded seating and cool-touch fabrics. All the bench seating comes with under-seat storage for stashing away your fishing or dive gear. There are two drop-down fishing seats on either end of the stern, allowing for fold-out seating if you decide to keep the deck free of additional benches.

Behind the helm, you’ll find a double-bench seat with a backrest that opens into the cuddy. The cuddy has ahead and removable panels for accessing your wiring. It’s a well-laid-out design, allowing for easy access to everything around the boat without the hassle of feeling cramped.

The overhead canopy on the center console model offers you an extra extension to cover the bench deck seating, and you have other options available for roof racks and pumps to carry your gear. You also have options for LED lighting around the rim of the canopy and under the gunwales.

The transom comes with a massive 94-gallon live well, and you get a large step area on the gunwales that’s level with most docks for easy stepping onto the boat. The rear transom platform has plenty of room for moving around.

The transom comes with another live well as an option for the Cuddy version that doesn’t have the live well and sink behind the helm. You also get a collapsing dive ladder leaning off the transom deck, allowing easy access to the water and easy climbing out of the water after your swim or dive. The transom also features a collapsing bench that’s easy to stow

Overall, the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran is a suitable addition to the Aquila power catamaran range. It fills the gap between a luxury cruiser and a dedicated fishing vessel, making it ideal for anglers looking for a boat that delivers the best balance of power, performance, and utility on the water.

The 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran comes with one of the best sticker prices in its category. With the 150-hp motors as standard and no seating on the deck, you can expect to pay around $265,766 for the base price for this model.

However, add the 200-Hp Mercury package, some seating, and a Fishfinder upgrade, and you’re looking at over the $300,000 mark for this boat. However, even with spending the money on the upgrades and seating, you’re coming away with a high-performance vessel that’s outstanding value for money.

2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran – The Verdict

The 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran has to be one of the best choices for anglers looking to get offshore for a fun fishing trip. The boat powers through the roughest water, getting on a plane fast. You’ll notice the clean ride and easy handling right away, and the power from the twin Mercury outboards is more than enough to get your boat to any destination with fuel to spare.

We love the modular design of the deck, allowing for several custom configurations for seating. Set your boat up for cruising, fishing, or diving, and choose between the cuddy or center console-setup. It’s the ideal fishing or dive boat, and you get enough capacity to carry a dozen people out onto the water for your next fishing trip.

Overall, we rate the 2022 Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran as one of the best power cats on the market and excellent value for money. With the endless customizations and deck/console configurations, this boat is a real win for the dedicated sports angler.

John is an experienced journalist and veteran boater. He heads up the content team at BoatingBeast and aims to share his many years experience of the marine world with our readers.

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Aquila’s Wave-Taming 28 Molokai Power Cat

• By Patrick Sciacca
• May 3, 2022

The throttles hit the wall, and twin 200 hp Mercury outboards spooled up with dog-sees-squirrel urgency. The Aquila 28 Molokai Power Catamaran’s speed came quickly. Soon, Aquila brand manager Alain Raas and I were shooting across an aquamarine sea off Pompano Beach, Florida, at 40.5 knots. The feeling was more akin to flying over the water than riding atop it.

The 28 Molokai’s hull tunnel is wide and deep, creating a pocket of pillowlike air that provides a sense of liftoff. With a 34-gallon-per-hour fuel burn at its top speed, the 28 Molokai has a range of 160 nautical miles after considering a 10 percent reserve on its 150-gallon fuel capacity. Dial back the speed to a 28.7-knot cruise and fuel burn drops to 17 gph while range jumps to 227 nm.

In addition to offering speed and a stable ride, the 28 Molokai can be set up for the avid angler. Notable fishing features include two 94-gallon insulated fish boxes, a 30-gallon livewell, 15 rod holders and Taco outriggers. There is also a removable cutting board, a sink, pullout tackle boxes and undergunwale rod stowage. For live-bait fans, the bow’s cast-net space is about 4 feet wide with unimpeded room to throw.

If cruising locally is on the float plan, there are two forward-facing foldout seats aft in the cockpit. The seats measure 22 inches wide and 17 inches deep. The coaming lifts up, the seats fold down, and the coaming forms a backrest. The helm accommodates a skipper and companion. The forward section of the helm console has a built-in bench seat for two. A head is inside the console and accessed abaft the seat. There is another bench seat at the bow, and abaft it to port and starboard are two more lounges with removable backrests. All the cushions can be taken off when it’s a fish day.

For boaters who want more protection from the elements, the 28 Molokai is offered in a cuddy-cabin layout.

Sprinting across the water or sitting on the hook, the Aquila 28 Molokai is a solid blend of form and function.  

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At a time when most of the major multihull builders' ranges start at 40 feet or even 42, it’s refreshing to see that Aquila Power Catamarans, leader in the powercat market, offering a little sistership to the 32 Sport – though this doesn’t prevent the Chinese-American builder from also being interested in larger units, notably their recent 54 Yacht and 70 Luxury.

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The Aquila 28 Molokai was officially launched on December 8, although we already told you about this model over a year ago. The 28 Molokai is offered with an Open deck plan or with an enclosed cabin under the name of Molokai Cuddy. These two models inaugurate a new range called the Offshore. The hulls have very slender bows inspired by Hawaiian pirogues, with a respectable gap between them to ensure a good width to the sidedecks - this has an impact on the position of the outboard motors. We’ve already got a test planned, out of Clearwater, Florida, in the Gulf of Mexico. Overall length: 30’9” (9.38 m) Hull length: 28’2” (8.60 m) Beam: 9’8" (2.96 m) Draft: 13"/30” (0.34/0.77 m) Light displacement: 6,166 lbs (2,797 kg) Engines: 2 X 150 or 200 HP Fuel: 2 X 75 US gal (2 x 285 l) Water: 10.6 US gal (40 l) CE category: B

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