SEAWIND 1170
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.04 ft |
| Beam | 21.33 ft |
| Draft | 3.94 ft |
| Displacement | 20,282.53 lb |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 613.54 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 296.01 sq ft |
About the SEAWIND 1170
Sail area: -Main: 57 m² / 614 ft² -Jib: 27.5 m² / 296 ft² -Screecher (optional): 51 m² / 548 ft² -Spinnaker (optional): 111 m² / 1,194 ft²
The Seawind 1170 is a modern catamaran designed by Richard Ward and built by Seawind Catamarans (AUS), with production years listed as 2023. As a recent model, the fleet is young, and the exact number of hulls built is currently unknown (?).
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and short-to-medium range travelers who prioritize modern amenities and ease of handling, evidenced by the high prevalence of solar panel installations (214 mentions) and bimini setups (60 mentions).
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 20282.53 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.13, the boat exhibits stable offshore characteristics, supported by owner reports of watermaker installations (17 mentions) and robust anchor systems like Quick (145 mentions) and Bruce (130 mentions).
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern performance catamarans from the same era that offer similar fractional sloop rigs and twin hull configurations, though specific competitor models are not detailed in the current dataset.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
13 listings · boat years 2023–2027 · median $620,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.04ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 8 systems for the SEAWIND 1170, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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