C-CAT 48

About the C-CAT 48

Sail area: -Mainsail 78 m² / 840 ft² -Solent Selftacking 34 m² / 366 ft² -Genoa 55 m² / 592 ft² -Code Zero 100 m² / 1,076.4 ft² -Gennaker 130 m² / 1,399.3 ft² -Spi Assy 165 m² / 1,776 ft² -Staysail 15 m² / 161.45 ft²

The C-CAT 48 is a modern performance cruiser designed by François Perus and built by Comar Yachts (ITA), with production starting in 2021. As a relatively new model with an unknown total build count, it represents a contemporary approach to the 48-foot segment, featuring a fractional sloop rig and variable keel options.

Best for:

This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize speed and modern ergonomics over heavy bluewater displacement. Its high sail area-to-displacement ratio and fractional rig make it ideal for those seeking lively handling in coastal and bay cruising environments.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 21384.84 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.46, the C-CAT 48 offers moderate offshore stability, though its low comfort ratio of 9.89 suggests a motion profile better suited for coastal passages than heavy ocean swells.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Nauticat 48 and Beneteau 48, which share similar beam dimensions and performance-focused fractional rigs from the same era. These models are comparable due to their emphasis on interior volume and racing pedigree within the 48-foot performance cruiser category.