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The Fountaine Pajot 80 is an 80-foot production catamaran designed as a flagship vessel that balances performance cruising with superyacht-level luxury.0:52 Naval architects at Berret-Racoupeau designed the hulls with slim entries for wave piercing and high-volume aft sections to support extensive living spaces.1:52 The sail plan features a 34-meter mast carrying over 330 square meters of canvas, managed by electric winches and hydraulic furlers that allow for operation by a small crew or an owner-operator.2:33 The flybridge serves as a primary helm and social area, while the aft cockpit and hydraulic transom platforms provide expansive outdoor living space.3:28 Interior configurations accommodate up to six staterooms with en-suite bathrooms.4:56 Technical specifications include optional diesel engines up to 900 horsepower, 4,800 liters of fuel capacity, and lithium battery banks paired with solar panels for extended autonomy at anchor.8:49 The vessel reaches speeds in the low teens under sail and utilizes daggerboards to minimize leeway when sailing upwind.6:35

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