What the model is suitable for
suitable with restrictions for blue-water sailing and long-distance cruising
Robustly built South African catamaran with several documented long-distance cruises, including Panama–Polynesia–Malaysia and over 25.000 nm without problems. The main weakness is the low bridgedeck clearance (around 0,61 m) with slamming in waves, plus the galley down below and weight sensitivity. The data basis rests on few owners.
Build period and series
Model ranges: 1993–1994 (Mark I) · 1994–2005 (Mark II)
Shipyard
St Francis Marine (South Africa)
Shipyard key data
| Length overall | 13,45 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 7,2 m |
| Upwind sail area | 99,4 m² |
| Water tank | 600 l |
| Diesel tank | 380 l |
| Propulsion | 2x Yanmar diesel (saildrive), engines midships in the hulls |
| Design | Angelo Lavranos |
Verified information only: from data sheets, brochures and the shipyard's pages, individual figures from trade press tests. Individual boats may differ depending on version or refit.
More in the pre-purchase review: documented strengths and weaknesses of the model, recalls, our verdict on each model year and the review of a specific boat – costs up to readiness to sail, negotiation range, brief for the surveyor.