CATANA 47

About the CATANA 47

Interior design Couëdel HUGON Design Main sail area 925 sq.ft. Down wind sail area 1,830 sq.ft.

Designed by Christophe Barreau and built by Catana Catamarans in France, the Catana 47 is a high-performance catamaran produced in 2010. While the exact build count is not specified in the source data, the vessel is characterized by its fractional sloop rig with a rotating spar and a displacement of 24035.0 lb.

Best for:

This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and racers who prioritize speed and modern sailing dynamics, as evidenced by the widespread adoption of B&G and Nexus electronics and North sails. It is less suited for those seeking a traditional, slow-displacement bluewater trawler due to its light displacement and high sail area-to-displacement ratio.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 3.48 and a comfort ratio of 10.83, the Catana 47 is designed for performance rather than heavy-weather stability, making it suitable for protected offshore passages but requiring careful handling in extreme conditions due to its light displacement of 24035.0 lb.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include other performance-oriented catamarans from the late 2000s and early 2010s, such as the Lagoon 42 or Fountaine Pajot Elba 45, which share similar fractional rigs and target the same market of active sailors. The Catana 47 distinguishes itself with its specific rotating spar rig and lighter displacement compared to heavier cruising catamarans of the same era.