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The Island Spirit 525E is a 52-foot electric catamaran featuring a shaft-driven propulsion system and a 210-kilowatt lithium battery bank.0:32 The vessel utilizes nearly 5,000 watts of solar power, with 3,200 watts mounted on the hard bimini and an additional 1,700 watts on the deck.4:36 The rig includes a 23-meter mast and a Selden synchronized in-mast furling system for the mainsail, paired with a self-tacking jib, a Code Zero, and a furling spinnaker from Precision Sails.4:48 Navigation and monitoring are managed through a B&G electronics suite, which integrates with a multi-camera system providing views of the stern, the mainsail, and the bow.9:36 The construction uses high-density foam instead of wood to reduce weight and prevent structural creaking.13:39 The layout includes a large flybridge with dual access points and a forward cockpit with a door leading directly into the salon for improved airflow.10:54 The builder is currently adjusting the center of gravity by relocating 2,000 pounds of battery banks forward.15:44

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