BALI 5.2

About the BALI 5.2

Interior design: Piaton Bercault Yacht Design Displacement above is unladen weight. Sail area: -Main: 92 m² / 990.3 ft² -Self-tacking jib: 54 m² / 581.25 ft² -Square top main (optional): 94 m² / 1,011.8 ft² -Genoa: 70 m² / 743.5 ft² -Code 0 (optional): 105 m² / 1,130.2 ft² -Asymmetric spinnaker (optional): 230 m² / 2,475.7 ft² Optional engines: 2x 80 hp Yanmar or 2x 115 hp Nanni CE: A-14 / B-16 / C-24 / D-40

The Bali 5.2 is a modern catamaran designed by Xavier Faÿ and built by Catana (FRA) for Bali, with production years listed as 2026. As a newly introduced model with an unknown build count, it represents the latest iteration in the brand's lineup, leveraging contemporary design principles for performance and comfort.

Best for:

This vessel is ideally suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a modern, high-performance catamaran experience, particularly given its fractional sloop rig and substantial beam of 26.77 ft which enhances stability and interior volume.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 42108.29 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.08, the Bali 5.2 demonstrates solid offshore stability, though its bluewater readiness is heavily dependent on owner-reported upgrades like watermakers and solar panels for extended autonomy.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include other modern performance catamarans from the same era, such as the Lagoon 42 or Fountaine Pajot Elba 45, which share similar fractional rig configurations and focus on balanced sail plans and spacious living areas.