2014 Aquila 48 - Aquila Power Catamarans FOR SALE

2014 Aquila 48’ owner’s refinements and remarks. 2026 update: The generator was pulled, bench-tested under load, oil analysis completed by a lab, acoustic housing refurbished, and motor mounts renewed—everything presenting in excellent order. Much of the luxury power catamaran has been freshly re-caulked; a few areas are inaccessible afloat and will be finished at haul-out. The result elevates the yacht’s look and feel, enhancing this cruising multihull’s presence.

2014 Aquila 48'

2026 update: the generator was recently removed and thoroughly inspected, put through a six-hour stress test, its oil analyzed by a laboratory, the sound enclosure rebuilt, and the engine mounts replaced, leaving it all in great condition. Much of the boat has just been re-caulked—areas unreachable in the water will be finished at the next haul-out—and the result looks excellent and makes a noticeable difference. The hull and superstructure have been compounded and waxed. Both Volvo drive motors received professional, on‑schedule service in the fall of 2025, and the bottom was professionally cleaned by a scuba diver with zincs checked, so the boat is ready to go.

Overview: this 2014 Aquila 48 is the desirable four‑suite bedroom version. After several successful years in BVI charter service, it sustained cosmetic damage during Hurricane Irma in 2017 and was repaired, re-entering the charter fleet. Its electronics were replaced in 2018. The current owner purchased it in 2020, registered it in the United States with plans for local charter and to do The Loop, taking advantage of the favorable air draft, shallow water draft, and exceptional maneuverability. Aquila’s 48, the original flagship, set new benchmarks in style, maneuverability, usability, and safety, establishing the brand’s reputation by overdelivering in these areas. It is easy to handle, impressively solid, and rich with storage, while featuring luxury appointments typically found on much more expensive yachts. Charter guests loved the fantastic air conditioning, abundant water making, flybridge electric grill, and large “normal” windows; each bed offers an eye‑level view of the water with charter‑jet style reading lights. Every berth has its own dry shower, a tall hanging locker, storage along the wall, under the bed, and under the floor. A hydraulic swim platform complements a unique overhead davit. It is satisfying to hear marina mechanics remark on the impressive build quality, from the thickness of the wiring to the accessibility of components. Taxes, transportation, and tariffs have been paid, including a substantial twenty‑five percent tariff then applied to Chinese‑built boats upon U.S. importation. Though the boat had spent years in the BVI, it had never been imported; bringing this 50,000‑pound, 48×24‑foot boat by ship from the BVI to Miami and then hiring a delivery captain added approximately $25,000 to the process, in addition to taxes, inspection, and documentation fees—all of which have been paid on this yacht. Purchasers outside the U.S. would still be responsible for any tariffs, fees, and taxes applicable in their country. The boat is not registered with the Coast Guard, but it carries an international CE designation for ten in open seas and twenty‑five inshore, with safety crush zones on each end of each hull, elevated electronics, redundant systems, and an “overbuilt” ethos throughout. Close‑set yet wide‑spaced motors make handling intuitive; the boat can pivot within its own length and “crab” sideways, so bow thrusters are unnecessary—see video.

Energy management is both robust and elegantly simple. Over 1,800 watts of solar power on the hardtop feed an 800AH supplemental lithium LiPro (the non‑flammable type) battery bank, allowing the boat to sit for days without running the generator unless you want to operate the 220V air conditioning, hot water heater, stoves, or watermaker. Two Power King 8D 245Ah AGM house batteries are maintained to soften alternator charging. The house bank recharges via solar, generator, shorepower, and the drive motors, largely automatically. Three separate AGM starter batteries interconnect with the house bank through a redundant system that keeps them charged and provides cross‑start capability if needed. The installation uses mostly Victron components with solid, hard‑wired connections to their Cerbu, a touch‑screen pad, and Bluetooth monitoring. It can be accessed and monitored remotely for free via the web from anywhere, with alarms for bilge status, location, and humidity. Just wiring the system took three technicians over two weeks, not counting the time invested in integrating lithium and AGM technologies. A supplemental 200‑watt solar array operates completely independently as a backup to power the electric “whole house” ventilating fan system; it is perfectly quiet, draws a soft breeze through the boat when AC is unnecessary, and it is intentionally not monitored. The system includes free remote monitoring from anywhere in the world via a private webpage, plus color night vision surveillance cameras with motion sensing and “intelligent” target designation; you can check the boat’s location, temperature and humidity in each hull, bilge pump status, battery condition, solar charging status, and view video inside and around the boat. A sample image from one of the color night vision cameras—guests walking down the bow steps at night—appears in the gallery.

Construction is premium Composite Glass Reinforced Plastic using end‑grain balsa core‑infused sandwich techniques, with some structures PVC foam cored. Vinylester resin is used below the waterline to prevent osmotic blistering.

Accommodations deliver four equal cabins, each with a private head and separate dry shower. Four double island berths—with the aft convertible to singles—are surrounded by panoramic windows, bringing abundant natural light to spacious en‑suite heads with teak floors and separate shower stalls. Courtesy lighting at floor level in every cabin and head—along with salon, galley, and stairways—guides you at night without switching on main lights or sets a refined accent glow. A thoughtful flow‑through hatch design channels wind through the center of the yacht via front and rear doors, and through each hull with opposing forward and aft hatches, creating a lovely breeze at anchor. A solar‑powered fan augments airflow on demand, operating as a “whole house” fan on its own system without drawing from the house battery bank.

The salon on the main deck offers extended living spaces with beautiful panoramic views and easy access to both the covered forward lounging area and the aft cockpit. Tinted, tempered glass windows wrap the forward, aft, and sides, with an aluminum‑framed watertight door forward and an aluminum sliding doorway aft. To port, comfortable saloon seating invites leisurely dining and entertainment, with a TV on a lift to catch a game or a movie on a rainy day—or to stream from the internet. To starboard, a chart table and settee provide a practical navigation and lounging zone. A hidden slide‑out mini bar is neatly integrated into the galley partition, and the TV disappears into a port partition recess. Ceramic coating on the larger glass surfaces adds clarity and protection. Storage abounds, and an independent heating and AC control in the salon ensures perfect comfort. Courtesy LED lights and a sophisticated accent lighting system elevate the ambiance. A great multizone Bluetooth Fusion stereo system delivers sound throughout the yacht—including speakers in the hardtop above the flybridge and in both forward and aft cockpits—and can be controlled via smartphone, on or off the boat.

The galley, port aft, is ergonomically arranged and fitted with modern, DC‑powered appliances, including a Vitrifrigo starboard supplemental refrigerator and a port Vitrifrigo drawer refrigerator and freezer, plus a microwave. A glass cooktop keeps surfaces cool to the touch, and an electric Kenyon grill means there are no flammable gases aboard. A double sink with Corian cover and Corian countertops provides ample working space, complemented by a separate oversized drained sink that is perfect for chilling entire bags of ice and drinks. A slide‑out garbage bin under the sink adds convenience.

Thoughtful cockpit enhancements include custom plastic shelving in the forward lazarette to keep extra lines and hoses neat, and all new three‑quarter‑inch lines added in 2022. The aft starboard sliding door rollers were replaced and the metal treated, and the boat’s original set of tools—missing at purchase—was restored. Key replacements include the main panel GFI breaker, a 110V outlet on the flybridge, the generator ball scupper valve, rope cutters, a battery tray support bracket, broken blinds, and reading lights. Warmth was added with wood‑pattern vinyl in an English burlewood motif, with a distinct pattern for each piece. Already famous for storage, the boat gained even more, while systems were upgraded across the board, including a complete bilge system replacement and the addition of 110 shore power. The generator’s dedicated diesel tank holds 100 gallons and can be pumped to the port main tank as reserve; an added pump now allows transfer to the starboard main as well. Freshwater capacity totals two 100‑gallon tanks. All cushions were recovered in 2023.

Electronics are centered on a Raymarine Axiom MFD GPS with updated firmware. Two new VHF radios were added—a main unit plus a fully separate second unit with its own coax and scanner triband antenna. Raymarine’s autopilot was rebuilt and the compass replaced. Volvo Easy Connect provides better diagnostics and a Bluetooth interface. A Digital Yacht AIS receiver was professionally integrated with the Raymarine MFD. Instrumentation includes a Raymarine i70 for depth and speed and a Raymarine backup camera. Two Standard VHF radios with separate antennae include one near‑field scanner, and an HD TV OTA marine antenna rounds out over‑air entertainment. Three color night vision surveillance cameras were added; the forward‑facing camera image in the media section illustrates performance. The cameras need some ambient light—other boats in a marina, a full moon, or, at times, the onboard spotlight—to perform at their best and can assist with slow night‑time maneuvering in dark lagoons or marinas. The boat includes free remote monitoring worldwide via a private webpage, and the color night vision cameras feature motion sensing, alarming, audio, and “intelligent” target designation; you can check position, temperature and humidity in each hull, bilge pump status, battery condition, solar charging, and view live or recorded video inside and around the yacht.

Electrical systems are anchored by a Victron Energy Multiplus 3000W inverter and 120A charger with 110V outlets distributed throughout. A marine electrician inspected the galvanic isolators and installed a commercial‑grade surge protector to tame shore‑power spikes. A Poynteng 4G marine antenna on the mast feeds a 1G hotspot that supports up to ten people with live‑stream internet. A 430,000 candle‑power, 360‑degree remotely operated spotlight crowns the hardtop; it swings and depresses to illuminate forward, aft, or the sides as needed. LED lighting brightens both drive motor engine compartments. Shorepower flexibility includes a 50‑amp and a 30‑amp cord, plus a third separate 110V system. A marine HDTV nineteen‑inch antenna and fast‑charge USB ports for four devices are wired in. Major systems—including motors, the MFD, anchor, solar, and even each individual lithium battery—can be monitored from anywhere aboard via tablet.

On the flybridge and deck, the hardtop‑covered flybridge is about 11×17 and is accessible via the two forward stairs and interior steps from the galley—ideal when it’s raining or when carrying food—while the design also provides access to the flybridge from one of five convenient stairways, including the interior salon and the innovative forward and aft secure stairways. The helm “windshield” canvas was replaced with smoked strataglass in June of 2024 and includes a clear panel for assured visibility in bad weather or at night; all three panels roll up easily or detach and stow in a custom storage bag. The bow features a cozy covered cockpit everyone enjoys, and the generator sits under the forward deck between the hulls for significantly quieter operation. Bow rails incorporate seats—among the best spots aboard for watching dolphins play. The factory fiberglass flybridge table was upgraded to a circular polymer‑wood table with two matching chairs, and a custom aluminum ladder provides direct access from the flybridge to the hardtop. A large entertainment and dining area on the flybridge pairs with a barbeque and wet bar, while forward, an ergonomically designed helm positions modern navigation equipment; outside shaded areas fore and aft ensure leisurely relaxation on every level.

Air conditioning is exceptional, even in hot, humid climates. Heating and cooling come from a 48,000 BTU Condaria/Dometic chiller system with five separate zones, individual thermostats, updated software, and a new compressor—very much like the systems you’d find in an office building or apartment. The delivery captain remarked this was the first yacht he had delivered with genuinely cold AC; “the rest were merely ‘not‑hot’ air,” he said. The chiller capacitor was replaced in February 2026.

Engines and mechanical systems have been diligently maintained. Both props were serviced and adjusted in 2022, and the rudders aligned. The upgraded Volvo Penta D6 in‑line drive motors—5.5‑liter, 330hp versions—show about 2,300 hours with professional service up to date. The Northern Lights 16kW marine generator shows about 13,000 hours, roughly half of its expected lifespan; given current usage is a fraction of its charter past—and especially with the solar and lithium bank—the generator could serve for another ten years. To ensure confidence, it was removed in January 2026, thoroughly inspected, run for six hours under load, and had its oil lab‑tested; all hoses, filters, belts, and motor mounts were replaced.

The tender solution is a 2019 SeaDoo 3‑up with a custom sling—lightweight and designed to serve as a tender, it weighs about 500 pounds and carries three passengers. An electric overhead davit places it directly into the water beyond the lower platform. The lower swim platform is hydraulic for tenders, Sea‑Doos, dinghies, or simply lounge chairs; it lowers just below water level and doubles as an excellent scuba platform. A swim ladder deploys from the port swim platform.

Navigation equipment includes a Raymarine MFD chartplotter, a backup Raymarine standard gauge for heading, compass, speed, and depth, and a rebuilt Raymarine autopilot.

Safety gear features an auto‑inflating ten‑person life boat in a fiberglass case. While not required in this area and not yet officially re‑certified, the chandlery assessed it as a good unit that “probably worked.” All fire extinguishers were inspected last year. There are more than twenty life jackets aboard, the required flares, and a newer life ring, with required placards installed throughout. The anchor light has been upgraded to LED.

Anchoring and docking are confidence‑inspiring. The primary anchor carries 200 feet of all‑chain rode, the electric windlass includes a remote, and there is a secondary anchor aboard. Oversized cleats, generous soft fenders, and engineered crush zones complement easy maneuverability—attributes that served her well in charter. A new anchor bridle was added in 2022 and has likely seen little use since.

Miscellaneous equipment and maintenance include a Spectra Newport 1000 Mk 2 water‑maker producing 30 gph with a remote control panel and extra filters. A pressurized wash‑down pump and hose on the bow can draw from fresh or seawater. There is underfloor storage in each suite and in the galley, plus a wine‑bottle drawer. A dedicated opening is pre‑planned for a washer‑dryer if desired later. Three new hatch lenses and one entirely new Lewmar hatch were installed. The last haul‑out in June 2022 included a hull inspection, fresh five‑year bottom paint, and replacement of weak motor‑cooling through‑hulls with permanent bronze fittings repositioned for better cooling. The bottom is cleaned twice yearly by a scuba diver, who also replaces the shaft zincs; the boat sits in mostly fresh water, so growth is minimal. All major, high‑cost engine cooling hoses for both motors were replaced, and a new shore‑water regulator was installed. Electric flush marine heads run on fresh water. Hot water is supplied by two fifteen‑gallon heaters. An outdoor shower and a Quick electric windlass with remote add to comfort and convenience. In the media section are two published fuel‑burn tests of the Aquila 48; note that one test references 370hp Volvos, whereas this yacht carries the upgraded mid‑range 330hp versions. An excerpt in the gallery cites the “near 1,000 mile” range achievable with the 370hp engines. Designed top speed is 20 knots, and she comes onto plane at about 16 knots.

Custom built to elevate the sub‑50‑foot power‑cat experience, the Aquila 48 set the standard for a state‑of‑the‑art, pure‑bred power catamaran that balances luxurious comfort with real performance. Developed in collaboration with leading designers, engineers, and builders, she showcases innovative design, attention to detail, and quality in every space. The main deck offers expansive living with panoramic views and easy access to both forward and aft covered cockpit seating areas. Pleasing modern lines make movement a breeze for people of all ages and abilities, while aft, a lifting platform simplifies access to the ocean, dinghy, and water toys. Together with the proven ability to pivot within her own length and “crab” sideways without bow thrusters, this Aquila 48 delivers the kind of confident, quiet, and comprehensively equipped cruising experience that discerning owners prize.

Disclaimer

All particulars of this vessel are presented in good faith; however, neither the accuracy of the information nor the condition of the vessel is guaranteed or warranted. Prospective purchasers are advised to instruct their agents or surveyors to verify any details they wish to have validated. This offering is subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.