Bali Catamarans - Bali 4.6 - For Sale

The Bali 4.6fromBali Catamaransis a contemporarysail catamaranin thecatamaransegment, built on a robustfiberglass and plasticplatform. With a 46 ft (14.28 m) LOA and a broad 25 ft (7.66 m) beam, it balances volume, stability, and dependable performance for confident cruising with family, friends, or crew.

Selecting a Bali 4.6

Choosing the Bali 4.6means prioritizing efficient cruising, generous space, and straightforward handling that asail catamaranin thecatamaranclass delivers. Its shallow 4.003 ft (1.22 m) draft expands your anchorage options, while twin inboard diesel power provides redundancy and range. With four heads and a dedicated crew bed, it suits owners planning extended time aboard.

Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales can guide you through configuration, availability, and delivery pathways tailored to your itinerary and timeline.

Features of the Model

• Twin inboard Yanmar diesel engines (2) for reliable propulsion and maneuvering.
• Cruising speed of 9 kn (10.36 mph) and maximum speed of 12 kn (13.81 mph) for efficient passages.
• Shallow 4.003 ft (1.22 m) draft to access more harbors and anchorages.
• Wide 25 ft (7.66 m) beam for stability and onboard comfort.
• Four heads and one crew bed to support versatile cruising plans.
• Hull built to the fiberglass and plasticstandard; fiberglass deck for durability and low maintenance.
• Balanced tankage with 211.34 gal of water and 211.34 gal of fuel for autonomy.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Bali Catamarans
• Model: Bali 4.6
• Type: sail yacht
• Class: catamaran
• Hull category: fiberglass and plastic
• LOA: 46 ft (14.28 m)
• Beam: 25 ft (7.66 m)
• Draft (max): 4.003 ft (1.22 m)
• Engines: 2 x Yanmar, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising speed: 9 kn (10.36 mph)
• Maximum speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Heads: 4
• Crew beds: 1
• Water capacity: 211.34 gal
• Fuel capacity: 211.34 gal
• Deck material: Fiberglass

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and bespoke outfitting of the Bali 4.6, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will help you evaluate opportunities across the market and secure favorable terms for asail catamaranin thecatamaranclass like theBali 4.6.

Questions and Answers

Q: Is the Bali 4.6considered a sail catamaran? A: Yes. It is asail yachtin thecatamarancategory, combining multihull stability with sailing efficiency.

Q: What are the cruising speedandmaximum speedof theBali 4.6? A: The yacht’scruising speedis 9 kn (10.36 mph) and themaximum speedis 12 kn (13.81 mph).

Q: How shallow can the Bali 4.6go, and why doesdraftmatter? A: With adraftof 4.003 ft (1.22 m), it accesses shallower anchorages and marinas that deeper-keel boats cannot.

Q: What enginespower theBali 4.6? A: It is equipped with 2 inboardYanmar dieselengines, offering redundancy and reliable performance.

Q: What are the hull and deck materials? A: The hull aligns with thefiberglass and plasticcategory, and the deck isfiberglass, supporting durability and low maintenance.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Bali 4.6fromBali Catamaransfor its social, family-forward approach to cruising. The forward cockpit, flybridge and open saloon—connected by the large tilting aft “Bali Door”—create continuous indoor/outdoor living that reviewers and charter guests consistently praise. Flexible layouts (3, 4 or 5 cabins, including an owner’s-suite option) and a galley with a full-size fridge/freezer make it charter-friendly and appealing for liveaboard crews stepping up in volume and stowage; owners also point to specs noting roughly 800 L of fuel/water capacity.

On the water, multiple tests say it shows its best potential on a reach. Sea trials report about 5 knots in 10–12 knots of breeze under sail, while an owner has reported averaging well over 8 knots VMG upwind in 15 knots true. Under power, reports indicate roughly 6 knots at 2000 rpm and around 8 knots at 2500 rpm. The emphasis is accommodation over racing—one expert dubbed it a boat for “pampered crew”—yet it can make respectable passages in moderate conditions.

Limits and upkeep are part of the picture. One owner described the design as extremely biased toward bay cruising and ill-suited to rough weather, and others note uncomfortable motion in chop. Several reports call out door-seal care: the front door can let in water under pressure, and the large tilt-up doors need periodic inspection. Buyers also flag practical items such as windlass motor access under the foredeck, steering that can feel tight/less precise at low speeds, and many recommend choosing the optional 57 hp engines over the base 40 hp for offshore work.

Pros and Cons

• Very spacious indoor/outdoor living thanks to the forward cockpit and large tilting aft door, praised by owners and reviewers.
• Flexible 3–5 cabin layouts, including an owner’s-suite option, suit family cruising, liveaboard use and charter.
• Shows its best potential on a reach and can deliver solid VMG in moderate breeze, per test and owner reports.
• Biased toward calm-weather and bay cruising; several owners describe uncomfortable motion in chop and rough conditions.
• Front door and large tilt-up door seals may leak under pressure and demand periodic inspection and maintenance.
• Steering can feel tight and less precise at low speeds, and many recommend the 57 hp engine upgrade over the base 40 hp for offshore work.

Comparison with Other Models