Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe Power CatamaranbyCUSTOMblends the volume and comfort of amotor-yacht classwith the efficiency of apower catamaranin a durablefiberglass-composite build. Designed by Tennant, this 78 ft (23.77 m) platform offers generous beam and purposeful capacities for extended cruising.
Selecting a Power Catamaran
Choose the Power Catamaranif you value wide-beam living, practical capacities, and steady cruising. At 78 ft (23.77 m) with a 27 ft (8.23 m) beam and a 12-knot cruise (13.81 mph), it fits discerning owners seeking a capablemotor-yacht platformconfigured as apower catamaran. Speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to align this model with your program and timeline.
Features of the Model
- Tennant hull design for confident performance planning
- fiberglass-composite constructionwith fiberglass decks
- Single inboard Caterpillar diesel for straightforward propulsion and serviceability
- Accommodation for up to 12 with two dedicated crew cabins
- Substantial fuel (4,800 gal) and fresh water (460 gal) capacities
- 27 ft (8.23 m) beam enhancing interior volume and deck area
Technical Specifications
- Model: Power Catamaran
- Builder: CUSTOM
- Category: motor yacht
- Type: power catamaran
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull designer: Tennant
- LOA: 78 ft (23.77 m)
- Beam: 27 ft (8.23 m)
- Max draft: 16.404 ft (5 m)
- Cruising speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 111
- Engine: 1x Caterpillar, Inboard, Diesel
- Accommodation capacity: 12
- Crew cabins: 2
- Fuel capacity: 4,800 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 460 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and next steps on the Power CatamaranbyCUSTOM, contact broker Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications, inspections, and transaction formalities tailored to your objectives.
Questions and Answers
- Q: What defines the construction of the Power Catamaran? A: The hull is afiberglass-compositebuild with a fiberglass deck, combining durability with ease of maintenance.
- Q: Who designed the hull and who is the builder? A: The hull designer is Tennant, and the builder is CUSTOMfor thePower Catamaran.
- Q: What is the cruising speed and propulsion setup? A: The yacht cruises at 12 knots(13.81 mph) and is powered by asingle Caterpillar inboard dieselengine.
- Q: How many people can be accommodated, and what about crew? A: There is accommodation for up to 12, plustwo crew cabinsfor professional support.
- Q: Is this model categorized as a motor yacht and a catamaran? A: Yes. It is a motor-yachtconfigured as apower catamaran, represented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners of the Power CatamaranfromCUSTOMdescribe a versatile platform used for family cruising and liveaboard life, private charter/day tours, weekend coastal runs, and nearshore sport fishing. They consistently note roomy layouts and a wide beam that foster a sense of security for family and guests. Compared with same‑length monohulls, owners report more interior volume for salons and accommodations, plus practical seating and multiple lounging spots that suit entertaining and charter use.
On the water, these cats are widely regarded as very stable with reduced roll, delivering a steady, smooth ride. Owners highlight an efficiency advantage at displacement or typical cruise speeds, while some observe an even smoother feel when throttling up to plane—balanced by a noticeably higher fuel burn at those speeds. Handling and seakeeping are said to vary by the specific hull form and outfitting, so evaluations are best made on the individual build.
Maintenance feedback reflects the breadth of what “custom” can mean: systems and build quality vary, and many disparate hulls are grouped under that label. Owners commonly recommend budgeting significant annual maintenance (rough rule of thumb around 10% of boat value) and planning for unexpected repairs over long-term ownership. Engine-room layout, redundancy, and service access differ widely as well; prudent buyers verify engine access, twin-engine redundancy, and electrical/drive arrangements on the specific boat.
Pros and Cons
- Very stable ride with reduced roll, giving families and guests confidence.
- Spacious layouts and deck areas versus same-length monohulls, well-suited to liveaboard and entertaining.
- Efficient at displacement/cruise speeds for coastal cruising and day runs.
- Handling and seakeeping vary by individual custom hull and outfitting, so performance is inconsistent across boats.
- Fuel burn rises noticeably at planing speeds compared with cruising, offsetting the smooth feel when throttled up.
- Maintenance burden and service access differ widely on custom builds, requiring careful inspection and a robust annual budget (~10% rule-of-thumb).
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Catamaran | 78' 0" (23.77 m) | 27' 0" (8.23 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 12 kn | 111 |
| 3 Masted Schooner | 167' 0" (50.90 m) | 32' 0" (9.75 m) | 30' 11" (9.42 m) – 59' 1" (18 m) | 9 kn | - |
| 77ft Custom Norlin Cutter Sloop | 76' 0" (23.34 m) | 18' 0" (5.59 m) | 28' 12" (8.83 m) | 8 kn / 11 kn | - |
| Floe Craft Afina 3950 | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 11' 0" (3.35 m) | 5' 6" (1.67 m) – 9' 10" (3 m) | - | 18500 |
| 51 Mini Super Yacht | 51' 0" (15.54 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 11' 6" (3.50 m) | 20 kn / 23 kn | - |
| Benetti 105 | 106' 0" (32.50 m) | 19' 0" (5.97 m) | 8' 0" (2.44 m) | 12 kn / 16 kn | 109 |
| 170 Commercial Crew Boat | 170' 0" (51.82 m) | 30' 0" (9.14 m) | 21' 1" (6.42 m) | 22 kn / 24 kn | - |
| Commercial LCU | 119' 0" (36.30 m) | 34' 0" (10.39 m) | 9' 0" (2.75 m) – 17' 3" (5.25 m) | - | - |
| PK50 | 164' 0" (50 m) | 28' 0" (8.61 m) | - | - | 487 |
| Sports Cat 44 | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 14' 0" (4.27 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
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