HOBIE 18 MAGNUM

About the HOBIE 18 MAGNUM

Beam w/wings extended: 12'

The Hobie 18 Magnum is a high-performance catamaran designed by Hobie Alter & Phil Edwards and built by Hobie Cat, with production records indicating a build year of 1976. As a lightweight vessel with a displacement of 440.0 lb and a beam of 8.0 ft, it represents the classic era of recreational multihulls.

Best for:

This boat is best suited for coastal day-sailing and racing enthusiasts who prioritize speed and ease of transport over long-term offshore cruising comfort. Its fractional sloop rig with a rotating spar and high SA/D ratio of 66.46 make it ideal for active, short-duration outings.

Bluewater capability:

With a low displacement of 440.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 4.21, the Hobie 18 Magnum is not designed for bluewater cruising and is strictly limited to protected coastal waters.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other Hobie Cat models from the late 1970s and early 1980s, such as the standard Hobie 16 or 18, which share similar hull forms and rigging configurations. It also competes with other lightweight, trailerable catamarans designed for recreational racing.