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6 CATAMARANS WORTH INVESTIGATING
7 May 2023 · 22 min · 338K views · La Grande-Motte
What this video covers
The Wendelow 54, Outremer 52, HH-52, and C48 catamarans feature design innovations aimed at liveaboard sailors, including hybrid electric propulsion, modular interior layouts, and improved visibility from helm and navigation stations.1:38 The Wendelow 54 incorporates a garage-style door that opens the saloon to the aft cockpit, while the Outremer 52 introduces a hardtop design that captures rainwater for tank filling and increases solar capacity.10:46 The HH-52 offers over 4,600 watts of solar and tiller-style helm seating.11:59 The C48, built by an Italian manufacturer, emphasizes custom furniture and interior finishes, with options for engine placement and cabin configurations.19:28 Many of these models prioritize forward-facing visibility for watch-keeping and offer semi-customizable layouts that allow owners to convert cabins into offices or laundry spaces.9:30 Performance-oriented designs utilize Dyneema lines and minimalist, weight-saving construction to maintain speed.12:11 These vessels demonstrate a trend toward protected helm positions and multi-functional living spaces that adapt to both offshore passage-making and stationary life at anchor.16:29
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