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Ultimate Comfort + World Sailing 48' Catamaran (FULL Inside & Outside Tour)
21 December 2023 · 1h 15m · 419K views
What this video covers
The 2008 Fontaine Pajot 48-foot sailing catamaran, named Monteseros, features a 25-foot beam, a 3.5-foot draft, and a 69-foot air draft.0:02 Propulsion comes from twin 75-horsepower turbo diesel engines, which allow for maneuvering without a bow thruster by using differential thrust.0:13 The vessel carries 128 gallons of diesel and 200 gallons of freshwater, supported by a DC watermaker producing 15 gallons per hour.0:13 Electrical systems include 1,600 watts of bifacial solar panels feeding 400 usable amp-hours of DIY lithium iron phosphate batteries, with a 9,000-watt backup generator.0:49 Ground tackle consists of an 85-pound Mantus anchor paired with 200 feet of 3/8-inch chain. The deck layout prioritizes social space and storage, featuring a double-bridle snubber system, a high-boom design for safety, and a dedicated dinghy-lift platform with an integrated engine mount. The helm station is fully enclosed, providing protection during cold-weather sailing while maintaining visibility for navigating shallow waters like those in the Bahamas.5:31
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