This new boat is the perfect compromise between the emblematic 450 model and the 52. She offers an attractive option to navigators in search of a large "seaworthy and modern" owner's boat. With her new visual identity, rigging and hull design, she provides increased performance, comprising a unique brand signature. Indeed, the 50's elegance seduces thanks to the beveled shape of her hulls, generous volumes and panoramic views, more than ever enhanced. With unparalleled accommodation possibilities, this new model is available in three, four or even... six cabins!
Draft: 4 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 26 ft. 7 in.
Displacement: 45921
Fuel tank capacity: 274
Water tank capacity: 126
Standard features:
Specifications
Length: 14,75 m / 48'5"
Beam: 8,10 m / 26'7"
Draft: 1,40 m / 4'7"
Mast clearance: 26,51 m / 87'
Light displacement (EEC): 20,826 t / 45921 t
Sail area: 158,1 m / 1701 sq.ft
Square top mainsail (opt.): 97,8 m / 1052 sq.ft
Furling genoa: 60,3 m / 649 sq.ft
Asymmetrical spinnaker (opt.): 240 m / 2582 sq.ft
Code 0 (opt.): 114 m / 1227 sq.ft
Engine (std): 2 x 57 CV / 2 x 57 HP
Fuel capacity: 2 x 520 l / 2 x 137 US gal
Fresh water capacity: 2 x 240 l / 2 x 63 US gal
No. Of berths: 6 to 14
EC certification: A : 12 ; B : 14 ; C : 20 ; D : 30
Exterior : comfortable and functional
A fly bridge with two secure accesses and a helm station provides perfect visibility. And behind the helm station, a huge modular recreation area conceals a storage area large enough to store all the cushions.
A large open cockpit facing out to sea, large stern skirts enable easy access to the boat and a large modular dining area with removable bench seats to welcome children and adults alike.
A second cockpit for further enjoyment of the fore deck with dual function: seating or deck chair position, flush with the forward trampoline.
Vast storage space under most of the cockpit and fly bridge seats.
Interior : generous volumes and luminosity
The spaciously designed layout reveals innovative architecture where every detail has been planned to create a warm, homely atmosphere. The design enables anyone to choose their desired accommodation layout, with three, four, five or even six cabins!
An innovative saloon concept on two levels, providing two separate but communicating areas: a large galley that opens onto the cockpit on one side, and a slightly elevated lounge area for enhanced panoramic vision, which can easily be turned into a dining area if needed.
New generation rigging : performance and simplicity
The decision to position the mast step further aft, which stems directly from VPLP's experience in competitive sailing, provides this catamaran with multiple advantages:
A self-tacking jib for simplified maneuvers.
A large forward triangle for a wider choice of downwind sails: a guaranty of performance,
A shorter boom for easier maneuvers.
A main sail, with a high aspect ratio, enabling the capture of better airflow in the upper parts of the sail for optimized performance.
The re-centering of weight, thanks to aft positioning of rigging, considerably reduces the boat's pitch.
