BROADBLUE 385

About the BROADBLUE 385

Updated version of the PROUT 38.

The Broadblue 385 is a performance-oriented catamaran designed by Simon Davidson and Robert Underwood, built by Broadblue Catamarans Ltd. in 2005. With a displacement of 15875.0 lb and a beam of 19.59 ft, this model represents a specific era of lightweight, fast cruising catamarans, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available data.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-to-medium passage makers who prioritize speed and ease of handling over heavy bluewater inventory. The high SA/D ratio of 19.73 and low D/L ratio of 154.98 indicate a vessel optimized for light-wind performance and rapid acceleration rather than heavy-weather stability.

Bluewater capability:

While the low capsize ratio of 3.12 suggests reasonable stability, the relatively light displacement of 15875.0 lb and narrow hull form limit its suitability for extended, heavy-weather bluewater voyaging compared to heavier, more robust designs.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include the Lagoon 380 and Fountaine-Pajot Elba 38, which share similar production eras and beam dimensions. These boats are comparable due to their similar fractional sloop rigs and focus on interior volume within a 38-foot LOA footprint.