DISCOVERY 50 CATAMARAN
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50.52 ft |
| LWL | 48.95 ft |
| Beam | 25.79 ft |
| Draft | 4.27 ft |
| Displacement | 31,967 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.4 kn |
About the DISCOVERY 50 CATAMARAN
A MKII version (same hull) was introduced in 2015. Renamed the BLUEWATER 50 in 2020.
Designed by Bill Dixon and built by Discovery Yachts, the Discovery 50 Catamaran is a fractional sloop rig with a production run starting in 2011. With a displacement of 31967.0 lb and a beam of 25.79 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of catamaran design, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable platform with a moderate comfort ratio of 13.2, rather than high-performance racing enthusiasts.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 3.25 and a displacement of 31967.0 lb, the hull form suggests reasonable offshore stability, though specific bluewater cruising history is limited in the current dataset.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other Bill Dixon designs and mid-2010s production catamarans like the Lagoon 42 or Fountaine-Pajot Astrea 42, due to similar beam dimensions and fractional sloop rigging configurations.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 50.52ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the DISCOVERY 50 CATAMARAN, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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