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ASTUS 20.5

Astus Boats🇫🇷· Design: VPLP Design
$47,106 avg$47,106 – $47,106 (1 listings)from 2018
$400 – $900 est. annual maintenance
Catamaran / MultihullmultiFractional SloopVariable

Specifications

Hull

LOA19.52 ft
LWL19.36 ft
Beam14.76 ft
Draft4.1 ft/ 0.82 ft min
Displacement1,036 lb
Material19’ 6”5.95 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL5.9 kn

Rig & Sails

SA total258.33 sq ft

Accommodation

Berths2
CE categoryAbout25 500€(2020)

About the ASTUS 20.5

Available in two versions, Leisure and Sport. Sport sail area: 24m²

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Astus 20.5 is a lightweight, performance-oriented daysailer designed by VPLP Design and built by Astus Boats (FRA) in 2018. With a displacement of 1036.0 lb and a high SA/D ratio of 35.39, it prioritizes speed and ease of handling over heavy cruising comfort.

Best for:
This boat suits active coastal cruisers, single-handers, and couples seeking a responsive, easy-to-trailerable daysailer for protected waters. Its fractional sloop rig and light displacement make it ideal for those who value sailing performance and simplicity over long-range provisioning.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 5.84 and a comfort ratio of 2.29, the Astus 20.5 is not designed for offshore bluewater passage-making but is suitable for coastal and inshore sailing where sheltered anchorages are readily available.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include the Beneteh First 19.7 and the J/24, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, light displacements, and a focus on club racing or active weekend sailing. The Astus 20.5 distinguishes itself with its modern VPLP design and slightly wider beam of 14.76 ft for enhanced stability.

Performance

Comfort2.3
Capsize5.84
SA/Disp35.4
Disp/Len64

Market Price

Low
$47,106
Average
$47,106
High
$47,106
Based on 1 listings across 1 marketplace

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 19.52ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$400 – $900
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Articles & Reviews

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

4 reported issues across 3 systems for the ASTUS 20.5, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

3 critical1 major
Rudder2Deck1Structural1

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