32 ft catamaran

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With all the comforts of home, arrowcat brings back the 20' center console, a unique design, understand why.

Enjoy your boat year-round and stay warm and dry during cooler weather or overnight trips, while also having a comfortable and private space to retreat for whenever you need a break. Here are a few reasons why an ArrowCat power cat is an excellent boat to consider.

A Catamaran Boat

Catamarans have two hulls, which provide more stability in the water. They are less likely to roll or pitch, which means they offer a more comfortable ride, especially in rough conditions and for people who are prone to seasickness.

Power catamarans are typically more fuel-efficient than monohull boats of the same size. It requires less energy and yields more performance per HP. The two hulls create little to no drag or resistance to get on plane, resulting in greater fuel economy. Allowing for longer journeys with fewer refueling stops. 

Power catamarans have a shallow draft which means they can navigate in diverse cruising grounds – beaches, islands, rivers, channels, and coastal areas with limited water depth. 

An Express Cruiser

Cabin boats are designed with comfortable sleeping quarters and living spaces. They feature a sleeping space with a bed, a galley with a stove, sink, and refrigerator, and a head with a shower and toilet.

Cabin boats provide protection from the elements, such as wind, sun, and rain. This allows for comfortable cruising in a variety of weather conditions, as well as providing a haven during storms

Express cruisers are designed for efficient and fast navigation, offering higher speeds compared to traditional cruising boats. They usually have powerful engines that enable them to cover long distances quickly, making them ideal for day trips or weekend getaways.

Powered By Outboard Motors

Outboard motors can provide excellent performance and speed. They can often reach higher speeds than inboard motors of the same horsepower.

Outboard motors have a simple and standard design and are relatively easy to install, they do not require additional components such as a transmission, propeller shaft, couplings, and struts, that inboard engines do. They are easily assessable and cost less to maintain than inboard motors because they are mounted outside at the rear of the boat.

Outboard motors are often designed with features that make them easy to maneuver. For example, they can be tilted or rotated to provide precise control and handling in tight spaces and shallower waters.

ArrowCat Power Catamarans

The outboard powered express cruising catamaran.

ArrowCat Express Cruisers are designed from the ground up to maximize comfort, performance, durability, and fuel efficiency, making them a better choice for both in-shore and off-shore family cruising. We build our powercats with your safety and enjoyment in mind, designing our signature interior cabin so that you’re not limited by the outside elements, but rather have the ability to enjoy your vessel at any given time, regardless of weather or location. Superior construction, optimized performance, economy, and safety can be found in every ArrowCat we make.

Explore Our 32' & 42' Signature Cabin Models

Perfect for offshore and inshore cruising, long distance and overnight trips, cold off seasons and hot boating seasons, and much more. The ArrowCat 32-foot and 42-foot models provide an exciting and versatile experience on the water. Explore to see which one could best suit your boating lifestyle.

ArrowCat 320 Coupe

Express Cruiser Catamaran Hull Planing Hull Design Twin Outboard Motors Standard Layout: 2 Cabins/ 1 Wet Head Trailerable Optional Tower Upgrade LOA: 31′ 2″/9.50 meters Beam: 10’/3.05 meters Draft: 20″/.508 meters

ArrowCat 420 Coupe

Express Cruiser Yacht Catamaran Hull Planing Hull Design Twin Outboard Motors Standard Layout: 2 Cabins/ 1 Full Head LOA: 41′ 9″/12.73 meters Beam: 14′ 9″/4.5 meters Draft: 18″/.46 meters

ArrowCat 420 Flybridge

Express Cruiser Yacht Catamaran Hull Planing Hull Design Twin Outboard Motors Standard Layout: 2 Cabins/ 1 Full Head LOA: 41′ 9″/12.78 meters Beam: 14′ 9″/4.5 meters Draft: 20″/.5 meters

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Bob Cat | 2001 Zeta 32 Power Cat

San diego, ca, us.

Bob Cat | Zeta 32 Power Cat 32ft

Us $169,900.

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Stability, quality, economical, spacious wide beam all packed into a 32-foot cruiser. The 32 Zeta Power Cat is a fantastic coastal cruiser. Great for fishing and diving or just sightseeing she does it all. The exterior features a spacious deck layout with a large cockpit for ease of movement and a roomy flybridge with a helm station, seating, and lounge area. The interior is well appointed with a comfortable cabin area, galley, seating area, and a private head. The Zeta 32 Power Cat is a versatile and capable vessel that offers both performance and comfort on the water. 

Specifications

• Length: 32ft
• Beam: 14' 0"
• Hull: Fiberglass
• Status: Active

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MEASUREMENTS

• Length Overall: 32 ft
• Beam Measure: 14' 0"
• Range Measure: 517.85 mi
• Total Power: 400
• Engine Brand: Volvo
• Year Built: 2001
• Engine Model: TAMD-41 PD
• Engine Type: Inboard/Outboard
• Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
• Engine Hours: 1000
• Engine Power: 200 hp
• Fresh Water Tanks: 1 (240 Gallons)
• Fuel Tanks: 1 (240 Gallons)

Accommodations

• Number of cabins: 1
• Number of heads: 1
• Nova-Kool DC side by side refrigerator/freezer
• Wedgewood 3 burner propane stove and oven
• Propane gas detector/solenoid valve
• Large stainless steel circular sink
• Ample galley cabinets and drawer storage

Electronics

• Raymarine radar/chart plotter
• Interphase forward looking sonar
• 2 Richie compass
• Additional 132 amp alternator on port engine
• 7 AC outlets, 5 DC outlets
• 30 amp shore power outlet
• 12 volt DC, 110 volt AC
• 1500 watt inverter with 6 AGM battery bank
• 3 step Ample Power regulator with monitor
• Honda generator 2kw

Hull & Deck

• Swim platform with swim ladder
• S/S Dingy davit
• Ample storage and engine access in cockpit

Additional Information

• New props (8/2022)
• Vacuflush head
• Racor fuel filters
• Power tilt and trim
• 2 Auto bilge pumps
• 12 gallon water heater
• 110 volt outlet in each engine room
• Hydraulic power steering
• S/S Tilt steering wheel 
• Electronic engine controls
• Wabasto diesel fired forced air furnace
• Lewmar anchor windlass w/3 station controls
• Windshield defroster
• Air conditioning

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8 Best Catamarans That Are 30 Feet or Less

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Large-sized catamarans are appealing due to their ample spacing and comfort. Therefore, a cruising family or couple looking to buy a boat is more likely to go for one of these. But are there small cruising catamarans that provide the performance, comfort, and amenities found in larger boats?  

The best catamarans under 30 feet (9.14 m) include the TomCat 6.2, Cadillac 27and 30, Gemini 30, Endeavour 30, and Maine Cat. These time-tested cruising cats are easy to handle, premium built, and are great for daytime sailing, overnight trips, and some even suitable for long-range sea passages. 

In this article, you’ll find a list of the best cruising catamarans below 30 feet (9.14 m). Keep reading to discover which catamarans make this list, what they have to offer, their pros and cons, and how much they cost.

If you are unsure whether or not 30ft is too small for your needs, then I suggest you check out another article I wrote named Best Size Catamaran , it will discuss why length matters and how it affects safety.

Unlike most catamarans designed for racing purposes, the TomCat 6.2 is a medium-sized cat that’s well-suited to daytime cruising. It boasts high-quality construction, vacuum-bagged hulls, and a plywood-reinforced deck.

This 20 footer (6.09 m) comes with an 11-foot (3.35 m) beam and not only offers you safety and comfort but performance and versatility as well. 

This boat has a centrally placed outboard engine and two rudders that allow it to turn quickly and maneuver confidently into and out of marina slips. The 9.9 hp outboard propels it to speeds of around 8 knots (9.21 mph or 14.8 kph), though the boat has the potential to move faster if desired.

This simpler type of cat (just one engine as an example) also allows for cheaper and easier maintenance. Maintenance costs are something most people underestimate when getting a cat, if you want to get some real numbers from actual sailors then I suggest you read this article (How much does it cost to maintain a cat).

The boat sails with minimal heeling, comfortably accommodate 6-8 people, and you can sail it single-handed or take a crew. 

High and narrow hulls bearing arched bottoms allow for a low wetted surface. The hull design provides low resistance and a great deal of reserved buoyancy and also enables you to drive through closely spaced waves.

On most 20-footers (6.1 m), driving through waves generates a smooth but wet ride, but with the TomCat’s enclosed deck (link to parts names explained here ), you are safe and protected behind a windshield and the high bulwark.

The TomCat makes an excellent cruiser because it performs impressively well both under sail and power. It combines the performance of a modern sailing cat with the comfort, style, and convenience of a powerboat. It’s also trailerable since you can detach the hulls from the deck , winch up the deck on a trailer, and slide the hulls underneath.

But the best part is that it’s easy on the pocket, with the price ranging between $36,750 and $44,580 .

Catalac 30 (9M)

The Catalac brand consists of strongly built vessels that sport thick hulls, glass windows, narrow beams, and vertical transoms . Catalac 30 was the first vessel in this popular British cruising line designed by Tom Lack in the late 60s. The boat’s appeal was attributed to its safety, ample spacing, well-built interior, and load-carrying abilities.

These characteristics are extremely important on a safe catamaran, overloading your cat makes it sit lower in the water, increases drag, reduces handling and speed, there is stuff you should know about this (so that you can make an educated buy). I have created an article where I try to explain the basics of a safe cat ( link here )

Sporting 5 berths, a massive galley, plus a cockpit with a sheltered steering position, the 30-foot (9.1 m) Catalac makes an excellent floating home for a cruising family. It sails exceptionally well, doesn’t heel ( heeling explained here ), and delivers a reasonable motor-sailer level of performance.

Furthermore, the hulls provide adequate headroom, allowing those on board to move around comfortably, and there’s enough space on the deck for sunbathing. 

The Catalac’s structure features solid fiberglass, chined hulls, and a staggered sheerline that allows easy aft access. With a modest rig that’s easy to handle, the Catalac can deliver top speeds of up to 12-14 knots (13.81-16.11 mph / 22.22-25.9 kph) under sail.

Given that the boat’s design focuses more on comfort than speed, this is a spectacular performance.  

Catalac 9M requires a skilled hand when turning into the wind as it is prone to blowing sideways. This is because the boat lacks ballast (which helps in keeping momentum during a tack) but also centerboards ( explained here ).

Skills are always the most essential things to bring aboard and you can acquire them in many ways, my two favorite ways are through NauticEd courses (two free courses here ) or by reading books (my top 15 books here )

Back to the boat! This model came in two versions; the standard layout contained a 30-40hp outboard, while the second option had duo engines. The latter is easier to maneuver into a marina. 

These cats retain their value pretty well. However, they might not be easy to come by since most owners find it challenging to get their hands on a larger boat with similar qualities and performance.

A Catalac 30 (9M) goes for between $33,000 and $55,000.

Catalac 27 (8M)

The Catalac 27 8M is a pocket cruiser that boasts a strong reputation for high quality, durability, and strength. Besides, the boat’s design makes it somewhat suitable for bluewater sailing ( understand why the small size is an offshore problem).

Built like a battleship, the boat contains solid fiberglass hulls. Additionally, it comes with double engines, a large cockpit fitted with cushions all around, and features standing headroom in each hull.

Like the Catalac 9M, this boat comes with two different layouts; a twin inboard diesel engine or an outboard engine. The twin-engine models can motor up to 1000 km (621 miles, read more on cat fuel consumption here ) without needing to refuel, while the 70 amps of charge plus water tanks (70 gallons / 265 liters) make these vessels remarkable coastal cruisers. 

Catalacs equipped with outboard engines sail faster since you can raise the engine during sailing and are also lighter. This helps to minimize drag . Catalac 8M sports a short but thick mast that helps make the boat stable. 

Though small in size, this catamaran packs a lot of features in its small frame. It has a full-sized berth, a large galley that’s almost 8 feet (2.4 m) long, a quarter berth, head, and navigation station.

What’s more, the cockpit is as large as that of a 38 to 40-foot (11.5 to 12.1 m) cat.

Catalac 27 costs about $31,836.

The Endeavour 30 

The Endeavour 30 catamaran is a boat characterized by stability, ample deck space, and a spacious interior. It boasts fast cruising speeds under both sail and power.

The boat has mini keels and rudders plus symmetrical hulls separated by a hydra-cell. The latter is a center section with a characteristic V-shape. 

The boat’s vacuum-bagged construction helps enhance strength and stiffness while reducing weight. Furthermore, the interior has a fiberglass mold, providing extra strength and rigidity. With sufficient breeze, this vessel can deliver reasonable off-the-wind and doable upwind speeds.

As such, you can expect to attain speeds of about ~10 knots (11.51 mph or 18.5 kph) on power reaches. Below is a video showing a panoramic tour of the Endeavour 30:

This vessel has the internal capacity of a 40-foot (12.1 m) monohull. And you can tell this from the unique layout merging the cabin and cockpit with wide doors to the numerous features packed into this 30-foot (9.14 m) vessel.

It has a spacious salon, an enormous galley, two queen berth staterooms with plenty of storage space, a head with separate showers, and a sizable U-shaped dinette. 

You can get this boat for under $50,000 .

The Geminis by Tony Smith were the United States’s first production cruising cats. Today, these vessels remain the most appealing American-built cruising catamarans. Built between 1981 and 1990, the Gemini 30 does not have a contemporary design, but it works remarkably well for cruisers desiring generous living space in a small affordable sailboat.

At only 14 feet (4.2 m) across, Gemini cats are somewhat narrow. But this mean s they can easily fit into most of the regular marina berths.

Besides, the boats still contain enough interior space for a queen-size double berth and two smaller doubles housed in separate guest rooms.

There’s also a modest but serviceable saloon with duo settees and a collapsible table that can transform into an additional double berth.

For the Gemini 30, this translates to a cruising cat with standing headroom that can comfortably accommodate 3 couples in private cabins or a family with small children. A good-sized galley, a spacious head with a shower, nav desk, and a large comfy cockpit make up the Gemini 30’s cruising palace.

Catamaran layout is highly personal and if you want to learn more about different characteristics then I suggest you read my article Designing the perfect catamaran layout ( Link )

While not that fast, the Gemini 30 will easily outsail the Endeavor 30 discussed above. Its daggerboards (which are explained in detail here ) can point well, and if you keep it light, it can do 7-8 knots (12.9-14.8 km/hr) under sail.

Besides, raising the daggerboards reduces the wetted surface area, and increases the speed downwind.

The Gemini 30 tends to pound and hobbyhorse a little when sailing in choppy waters – particularly when overloaded (more on load carrying capabilities in this article ), but the deep pivoting daggerboards provide stability and lift underwater.

Furthermore, the Gemini’s retractable rudders enable it to venture into shallow waters.

This is a very popular cruising cat that’ll give you a lot of bang for your bucks.

You can find a Gemini for less than $65,000.

Maine Cat 30 

The Maine Cat 30 combines premium quality construction materials with the most advanced building techniques to create a lightweight vessel capable of handling most offshore conditions. What’s more, this boat can remain trouble-free for years on end with little effort.

If you are in the market for a simple liveaboard cruiser that you can use for a short weekend getaway or a cruising voyage, this is it.

The boat has a sizable primary stateroom berth with ample overhead space and a dresser fitted with a hanging storage cabinet. The enormous head includes a toilet, sink, 20-gallon (75.71 L) holding tank, vanity, and a pressurized shower.

Covering the open bridgedeck is a permanent hardtop. This spacious bridgedeck can hold quite a crowd and comes with a convertible dinette that turns into an extra berth. If need be, you can even enclose the entire space using acrylic windows or screens. Gabo

The 360-degree visibility from the cockpit allows the captain plus the crew a panoramic view, and all sail controls go back to the cockpit, which is very useful if wanting to sail single-handedly.

I believe that most boats should be set up in this way since sooner or later you might be in a situation where there is only one person to handle the controls, such as in an emergency. But more on that in another article ( Link ).

The Maine Cat 30 is a classic boat that delivers on high-performance multihull sailing. Designed to offer much better performance than catamarans bearing tall and heavy bridge decks, this cat weighs less and suffers less windage thanks to the acrylic windows.

The boat’s interior layout allows for easy cleaning as surfaces sport a smooth gel coat and satin-finished cherry trim. The solid but lightweight furniture bears the same Core-Cell foam core employed on the hull, deck, and hardtop. Plus, there’s ample storage for all your sailing equipment, cleaning supplies, and provisions.

A Maine Cat 30 can cost up to $110,000.

Heavenly Twins 27

The overall design of this well-equipped catamaran makes it a superb pocket cruiser.

Heavenly Twins 27 manages to fit not one but two coachroofs on hulls that are only 27 feet (8.20 m) long. Canoe sterns and a central cockpit separating the duo coachroofs form the boat’s other prominent features. 

Famous for their excellent build quality, medium-depth draft, and narrow beams, Heavenly Twins 27 appeals to a wide range of boating enthusiasts.

These include solo sailors, weekend sailors, cruising families, circumnavigators, beginner sailors, and experienced liveaboards such as this famous Youtube channel “Kittiwake”.

The vessels house double cabins in the hulls while the forward starboard contains the heads and, to port, the galley. You can easily access the bar from the well-protected cockpit while the Comfordesk accommodation converts into a double dock. 

A stoop through allows access from below-deck to the aft compartment without going through the cockpit. There’s ample storage space throughout the boat, plus you can section off the large stateroom into smaller double compartments if desired.

The price range for this boat is $ 20,098 to $24,193. (I believe that kittiwake is for sale too)

The last cruising catamaran on my list is the Aquilon 26 . This French-built cruising vessel is light in weight and trailerable, which means you can disassemble it in a few hours or transport it as-is.

Designing a boat that is possible to disassemble usually means that it is structurally less strong, which by no means is a problem during coastal sailing but the Aquilon 26 is mostly attractive to sailors who prefer inland lake sailing. It’s also suitable for beginner sailors.

Although there are no real “beginner cats” there are specs to consider if you are a beginner with catamarans, most of them I have listed in another article ( here ). Gabo

This 26-footer (7.92 m) has the potential for good speed though its layout is anything but conventional- which forms part of its appeal.

The cockpit works as the saloon, and a full bimini protects the crew from lousy weather. The starboard hull contains a dinette and galley, and the port has a double berth stateroom. The windows are quite unusual, but they provide lots of light, remarkably enhancing interior visibility.

Aquilon 26 can deliver an average cruising speed of 10knots (11.51 mph or 18.5 kph).

On a beam reach, you can expect around 25 knots (28.77 mph or 46.3 kph) with an adequate breeze ( I have never sailed at 25knots but researching this boat supposedly it is possible).

You can get this boat for under $50,000.

What Makes Small Cruising Cats Attractive?

Small cruising cats are ideal for sailing along the coast. But that’s not all. Under capable hands, properly fitted smaller cats can also deliver spectacular offshore passages similar to their larger counterpart (Heres a list of full-sized bluewater cats).

They can operate over long cruise ranges, cross oceans , and circumnavigate the globe . Smaller cats are also suitable for day sailing, overnight trips, and coastal or inland voyages. 

For most sailors, comfort on board is crucial, so they’ll look for a vessel that guarantees a comfortable cruising experience. The good thing is that smaller vessels provide almost the same qualities and amenities that bigger vessels offer. Plus, you can do quite a bit with the available space, especially if it’s well laid out.  

You’ll find that most 30-footer (9.14 m) or more miniature cruising cats comprise a galley, head, bunks, navigation and entertainment electronics, and refrigeration.

Sailors usually talk about these benefits of smaller cats:

• They’re less expensive. Large boats are costly to buy. They also cost more to hire, maintain, and dock. You can buy a small-sized boat at a much lower price, and parts tend to cost less too. Besides, you get to use smaller sails, winches, and lighter lines than those applicable on a larger boat. And since marine services such as moorings and haul-outs get billed via boat length, a smaller cat makes sailing more affordable.
• They boast superior builds. Most cruising boats under 30 feet (9.14 m) feature designs that are 30+ years old. In those days, weather forecasts were hard to come by and not as accurate, so boat builders used hulls with thicker fiberglass than the type found in today’s builds. Furthermore, everything in the boat, including rigs, rudders, hulls, keels and decks, was designed to withstand strong winds and high waves. 
• They have simpler systems. This means less time spent fixing and maintaining your boat. For instance, most small cruising cats often lack water-makers, hot water systems, or electric anchor windlasses. 
• They’re easier to handle. Smaller cats are simpler to sail than larger cats. It’s also easier to sail one single-handed or with a small crew.

What is the largest cat on person can sail?

The Disadvantages of Smaller Cruising Cats

Below are some of the most discussed downsides of small cats:

• They have limited living space, storage, and amenities.
• Though they don’t heel much, they are less comfortable than larger boats since they get tossed around much more easily in big ocean swells.
• It’s not easy to accommodate crew for extended periods; hence there are fewer hands to share work.
• They are slower and take longer to get to their destination.

Though fewer are on the cruising trails than their larger counterparts, small catamarans make ideal cruisers because they are simple, seaworthy, and pocket-friendly.

When choosing the best cat for your needs, focus on quality rather than size. A well-planned 30-footer (9.14 m) is reliable and provides ample space for your accommodation, dining, and relaxation, plus a storage room for provisions and any spare parts you might need. 

And if you want even more info than I have presented to you in this article I would recommend a book from Serj, he makes it easy to understand why size matters and how to find a cat suited for your needs (amazon link )

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In the world of cruising catamarans, aesthetics take a hit when you cut down on length overall. At issue are a host of conflicting themes — the practical demand for interior volume works against the visual imperative that freeboard be low; the need for bridge deck clearance and standing headroom pushes the cabin profile skyward. What’s graceful, extended and cunning at 45 feet often becomes ungainly in the context of 35.

Which is why Alan Slater’s PDQ 32 is such a remarkable boat. Fully outfitted for long-range cruising, she remains bright, airy and easy to look at. With a nicely proportioned rig and a subtle sloping cabin top, she carries herself like a longer cat and avoids the pitfalls of many of her peers that attempt to consolidate as much mass as possible into a length that won’t accept it. You can cruise or even live aboard this boat quite comfortably, but her scale is such that sail handling and overall maintenance remain uncomplicated.

The deck is safe underfoot with wide gangways, extra-high lifelines, six sets of stainless handholds and the calculated omission of abrupt jogs or steep transitions to throw you off balance. There are deck lockers for anchoring paraphernalia in the bows port and starboard, and a very secure trampoline strung forward of the cabin between the two hulls. Open-air lounging is relegated to this area, also to the cabin top around the mast step and to the stern sections where boarding steps are molded into the transoms.The cockpit is smallish and deep, well protected from the elements by a rigid Bimini. Given its depth it offers a secure haven for kids, and with the main companionway hatch that stretches clear across the cabin shoved forward it becomes a pleasant extension of the saloon. The Bimini is strong enough to stand on when tending the mainsail, and cut-outs allow you to look aloft from the helm under way to check on trim. Care should be taken to avoid bumping one’s head on it when entering or exiting the cockpit area.

Indeed, the Bimini structure and sliding cabin top section constitute a major feature aboard this boat and one that PDQ has sought to refine in more than two years of design trial and error. Early problems with the sliding element involving watertightness and ease of operation have been resolved, as have height and interference problems associated with the Bimini. The result is a unique cockpit space that offers the shade and protection of a pilothouse while retaining an outdoorsy ambience.

PDQ is a good builder with a solid grasp of modern materials. Where exotic components can offer calculable advantages, they are used. Hulls and deck are laid up with knitted triaxial fiberglass fabric in a matrix of AME 5000 (Acrylic Modified Epoxy) resin. Klegecell rigid foam is used for lightness and stiffness in the deck and in the hulls above the waterline; solid glass is spec’d below the waterline. All the coring is vacuum-bagged to optimize the resin ratio and primary bond. A fiberglass beam reinforced with carbon supports the mast step. An aluminum beam is fitted bow-to-bow and rigidified in compression by a pelican striker to accept headstay loads. Structural bulkheads are taped carefully to the hulls with X-weave knitted fabric. There are watertight crash compartments in each hull forward and aft. The rig is set up with diamond stays, and aft-led uppers are secured to stainless steel chain plates bolted into primary reinforcement at the hulls outboard.

The PDQ 32 is available in two basic configurations — the Classic version, offered with two retractable 9.9-horsepower four-stroke Yamaha outboard engines cleverly deployed from pods beneath the cockpit lockers, and the LRC (Long Range Cruiser) version, offered with twin 20-horsepower Yanmar inboard diesel sail drives located in shielded-engine compartments aft. Both give you dual propulsion well separated athwartship for great close-in control. The LRC package offers more power and considerably more alternator charging capability; the Classic package is simpler and lighter.

Both versions are wired for 12-volt and 110-volt circuitry. Freshwater capacity is 90 gallons, pressurized. All plumbing output is above the waterline through the insides of the hulls, and intakes below the waterline are fitted with ball-valve-type seacocks. Wherever possible, fiberglass and PVC pipes are used as fluid conduits in lieu of hose for strength and abrasion resistance.Below, sensitive glasswork combined with just the right amount of cherry trim makes for a delightful interior. The main saloon accommodates up to six people around the dinette and spills congenially into the galley that occupies the port hull forward. Cozy double berths with shelving and locker storage are located in the sterns. The starboard hull amidship includes the nav station with a fold-down chart table and forward of that a one-piece modular head with its own shower.

We went for a pleasant sail aboard the 32 off Newport, Rhode Island, in a steady 15-18 knot sea breeze. The boat relished the moderate conditions and rode smoothly and powerfully through a sizable chop at the mouth of Narragansett Bay. We kept speed in the solid sixes and response at the helm was excellent, even through tacks. There was no apparent slapping on the underside of the bridge deck, and acceleration was quick and positive. In the breezy air we encountered, the behavior of the boat was top-notch.

Suffice it to say, PDQ has brought the 32 along to a commendable level of production and finish. It is definitely an owner-optimized vessel capable of reflecting a host of personal touches, and the company stands behind whatever its clients want their boats to be. Certainly in its size and price range, it is a significant cat.

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Big Thunder Marine Delivers New 32-Foot Fountain Catamaran

It didn’t take long for Wayne and Melissa Robison—an experienced performance boating couple who call Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks home—to come to a decision about their next boat following the recent BFD (Baja, Fountain & Donzi) Fun Run hosted by  Big Thunder Marine  in Lake Ozarks, Mo.

Missouri performance boaters Wayne and Melissa Robison are impressed with the new  Fountain Powerboats  32 Thunder Cat they purchased from Big Thunder Marine recently. Photo courtesy Big Thunder Marine

After making the initial decision to stick with a catamaran—Robison said he was very close to purchasing a used Cigarette Racing Team 38 Top Gun a few weeks ago—he got the opportunity to drive Big Thunder Marine’s Fountain Powerboats 32-foot catamaran demo model during the BFD Fun Run and had a blast. So the Robisons, who also own a 36-foot Concept Boats center console with twin Mercury Marine Verado 275 engines, traded in their 36-foot Spectre Powerboats catamaran for the new outboard-powered 32-foot cat that Fountain had on display during the Miami International Boat Show .

Powered by twin Mercury Racing Verado 400R engines, just like the orange demo model, the new 32-foot cat was just what the Robisons needed according to Wayne, an experienced catamaran owner.

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“I decided it was time to pull the trigger on a new boat and pass along the twin Ilmor 625-powered Spectre cat I liked so much that I actually owned it twice—I had a couple of Eliminators in between and went back to the 36 Spectre,” Wayne said. “After getting some seat time in the Fountain, I was sold. The boat is one of the most fun boats I’ve ever ran, and I felt just as comfortable running it down the lake on a busy day as I did in my 36-footer.”

Wayne said he is excited about the outboard-powered Fountain for a variety of reasons, which includes the Verado 400R engines’ unparalleled power and warranty, the 32-footer’s overall handling and fun factor, and the boat’s more friendly fuel consumption compared to his inboard-powered cat.

“We got our feet wet, so to speak, with the outboard engines thanks to our 36-foot Concept, so we could easily justify the switch to an outboard-powered cat,” Wayne said. “The Verado 400Rs are impressive motors. They’re very responsive and the boat, which doesn’t have any bad manners, handles the power really well. I’m not too concerned with going fast, I care more about how the boat handles and accelerates.”

Like their past boats, the Robisons plan to use the Fountain 32 Thunder Cat on Lake of the Ozarks as frequently as possible, as well as take the boat to various poker runs and fun runs across the country.

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2023 Boat Buyers Guide: Catamarans

• By Karl Anderson
• December 27, 2022

The popularity of the multihull (aka catamaran or cat) fishing boats has never been greater, as more and more boatbuilders enter this growing segment of the market. The inherent stability of the catamaran design rolls less with the seas, making fishing offshore less tiresome and more comfortable. Available from 20 to 48 feet, catamarans typically offer a large fishing platform with generous storage and fishing amenities. They are available in a wide variety of deck layouts, including center-consoles, dual-consoles, and even pilothouse and express variants.

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The large deck area of a catamaran enables many large underdeck storage lockers and insulated fish boxes in the sponsons. This gives anglers ample room for gear and the day’s catch. The catamaran’s stability, fishability, and smooth ride in rough seas make it attractive to anglers as well as day-cruisers. A center-console version adds 360 degrees of angler access to the rail. With the dual-console design, generous seating behind a beam-to-beam windshield makes for a great family fishing-friendly setup.

Live bait is one of the most popular types of fishing in virtually every coastal zone. To do it successfully requires optimal water capacity and proper flow. The minimum size of the outflow water plumbing should be twice the size of the inflow. The plumbing should have a drain at the bottom to shed scales at the end of the day, as well as a drain at the top of the well to adjust capacity and allow overflow. Above-deck transom-mounted wells should fully flood to the lids when running to keep baits from getting beat up. 

Tip: A sump box with multiple pumps in case a pump fails is the best setup for first-rate livewells. Conveniently located inflow and outflow valves make it easy to optimize the flow without tiring your bait from swimming too much in the well. 

Rod Storage

Having enough rod holders is essential to be successful for opportunity fishing. Look for vertical rod storage along the console and across the back of the T-top. Many models also have rod holders along the outboard transom wall. Having plenty of gunwale rod holders for drift- and kite-fishing is helpful. 

Tip: Placing adjustable swivel rod holders by Gemlux makes deep-dropping, lure-fishing and drifting even easier because they allow your rods to face the direction the baits are fishing, yet they can be swiveled back to keep rods from sticking out of the boat while running and docking. 

Manufacturers often offer multiple choices for horsepower, but whatever the choice, the engines must come in pairs. For example, you might order twin outboards (one for each sponson) or four outboards (two for each sponson), but single- or triple-outboard configurations are not common on a cat. Optimal selection should be made based on user load, weight of the boat, ride comfort , performance desires, and best case for resale. It’s a rare day when you can run wide open, but having more horsepower gives better torque at slower speeds and thus better control. Running larger engines slower gives better fuel efficiency too.

Tip: When possible, choose the highest horsepower offered because it typically leads to a better resale value with a shorter sales cycle. 

Power steering from engine manufacturer Optimus or SeaStar is essential with the higher horsepower required for larger boats, and it makes installing and operating the upper station in a tower far more practical and comfortable.

With the power demands of electronics, livewell pumps, stereo amps and more, it is wise to have at least two house batteries, and for larger boats, a third or fourth with a multibank charger for dockside. Each engine should have its own dedicated battery as well. 

Electronics

Typically choosing the largest screen or multiple screens that will fit on the console is best-case scenario for ease of use, ergonomics, and visibility. VHF radios, stereo controller, and equipment switches for lighting, pumps, and accessories should all be integrated with greatest visibility and ease of operator reach. 

A Tale of Two Hulls 

A catamaran rides on pair of hulls, or sponsons, each thinner and sharper than  that of a similarly sized monohull boat. The narrow sponsons of the cat tend to slice easily through water to deliver a smooth ride, even in rough seas. At the same time, with the sponsons positioned out to the sides of the boat, cats tend to roll less, thus providing great stability to enhance crew comfort, security and safety. However, cats tend to corner more flatly than a monohull, and some hulls (but not all) tend to lean outward versus inward during a turn.

Experts Say

Newer designs such as Invincible’s Morelli and Melvin-designed semi-asymmetrical sponsons eliminate some of the negatives of the cat design, such as “sneezing,” where water sprays out the front of the boat when hitting a wave. They’ve also controlled the uncomfortable “outboard lean” ­sensation common in older designs when in a turn. Once transitioned to a ­catamaran, many become true believers and preach the benefits of the design.

Editor Says: Saltwater fishing cats not only offer superb stability and smooth ride, but some also display exceptional speed and range. I recall one trip out of Key West, Florida, aboard an Invincible 40 Cat with four 350 hp outboards to the Dry Tortugas. It was a 60-mile run, and we made it there in 70 minutes. We caught more fish than our arms could bear, and then dashed back to Key West, arriving in time for cocktail hour on the same day. -Jim Hendricks, Staff Editor, Boating and Fishing Group

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The M32 One Design

A 32 foot catamaran.

The M32 was first designed in 2011 by well known Swedish sailor Göran Marström, an Olympic bronze medallist at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, and a successful boat builder of catamarans since 1983 including the Tornado, M5 A-Class, M20 catamaran, and the Extreme 40.

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Håkan Svensson

Keen sailor and businessman.

In 2013, the design and production rights to the M32 were acquired by Swedish company Aston Harald AB, led by keen sailor and businessman Håkan Svensson. After sponsoring a number of high profile yachting projects including the Green Dragon and Puma Volvo Ocean Race teams, Svensson was introduced to the M32 by close friend and Olympic Gold medallist Freddy Lööf in 2012.

M32 Scandinavian Series

Regional professional sailing series.

In 2013, the M32 Scandinavian Series was created for the growing number of M32 owners and teams. The Series includes regattas in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland in close to shore venues.

Expansion of the series

The expanding M32 owner base has encouraged the setup of one-design fleet racing in sailing hotspots around the world, all unique to their local market. From iconic yacht clubs in North America, city centre competitions in Scandinavia, picturesque locations in the Mediterranean.

M32 Academy

The M32 Academy is an educational platform for high-performance and apparent wind sail racing. From getting kids onboard for the first time to fine tuning Olympic sailors and introducing the M32 to new owners with different sailing backgrounds. The M32 catamaran has proved itself as the perfect tool to excite, educate and entertain.

The International Class Association

The M32 International Class Association was introduced to give our owners and sailors a voice. The association has representatives from the builder and from around the world to ensure that M32 World global targets are in line with what our owners, sailors and partners are searching for. The class association maintains the one-design integrity of the class throughout the world.

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The inaugural M32 World Championship was held in Marstrand, Sweden where 15 boats took to the start line in what was an epic spectacle. Following the huge success of the 2017 event and as interest in the class continues to develop with an annual World Championship as the major event of the season.

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Our objective is to build you a one-of-a-kind vessel that is exactly what you need for your demanding job – a 32 foot boat with unsurpassed quality, functionality and performance.

Our 32’ landing craft series is available in 10’ beam, 11’ beam and 12’ beam in both mono hull and catamaran designs. Twin 200-350 HP outboards are commonly used. Triple 250-350 outboards can be utilized for high speed or heavy load applications. Inboard engines with sterndrive or waterjet propulsion are also available for the 32’ Series.

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Model: 32-50 Research

La Crosse, WI: The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse selected this 32’ Packcat R/V Prairie Springs for the UWL River Studies Center, bringing together students and faculty from a variety of programs to work on freshwater challenges in partnership with state and federal organizations. Specialized outfitting includes a gear driven Universal Sonar Mount for deploying high power transducers, wet lab with fresh and raw water faucets, and moon pool on the forward deck for deploying scientific equipment. Additional outfitting includes a 5kw generator, air conditioning, lifting davit, anchor windlass and inverter. Twin Honda 225’s are installed with Optimus 360 joystick controls with station hold capability.

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Model: 32-49 Sport

Afognak Island, AK: Located northwest of Kodiak Island, Hodge’s Afognak Island Lodge offers world-class fishing and hunting. Their 32’ Munson is designed to take advantage of the pure Alaska wilderness experience. The walk through cabin includes seating for six passengers, Webatso cabin heater, head compartment and galley. Additional outfitting includes an aft control station, downriggers, davit with pot puller, underdeck fish hold and cleaning table. A Steelhead ES-1000 crane was installed on the cabin roof to facilitate launching & retrieving a Highfield hard bottom dinghy with 9.9 HP outboard. Twin Suzuki 250 outboards were installed with Optimus 360 joystick controls with station hold capability.

Model: 32-48 Fire

Williamsburg, VA: Located on the Virginia Peninsula, James City County straddles two major watersheds encompassing 37 square miles of water. The James City County Fire Department selected this 32’ Munson fire boat to provide modern firefighting and search and rescue capabilities to first responders. A Darley LSDE 1000 GPM fire pump is plumbed to a TFT Crossfire monitor with quad stacked tip at the bow. The walk around cabin includes a Webatso AT40 heater and Dometic Dura-Sea air conditioner. Electronics include two Raymarine Axiom Pro 12” displays and Flir M-232 thermal imaging camera. Twin Suzuki 300’s are installed with Optimus 360 joystick piloting and hydraulic jack plates for shallow water operations.

Model: 32-47 Sport

Shaw Island, WA: M/V Jocko Clark is used to comfortably transport its owners and guests to and from their island summer home. The walk through cabin includes seating for six passengers, Webatso cabin heater, and galley with sink, stove and refrigerator. Additional outfitting includes an aft control station, downriggers, davit with pot puller and bow deck seat lockers. Port and starboard side doors make boarding from the dock easy. Lewmar clear overhead hatches provide natural lighting inside the cabin.

Model: 32-46 Utility

Bahamas: This 32’ Munson is used to shuttle personnel and supplies to a private island in the Bahamas, as well as support diving operations. The cabin is air conditioned and includes seating for 5 persons. The main deck is outfitted with tie down pockets, port & starboard side doors and lifting davit. A Garmin electronics package, stereo, EPIRB and SOLAS 8 person life raft complete the package.

Model: 32-45 Utility

Blake Island, WA: Blake Island State Park is a 472-acre, marine camping park with 5 miles of beach shoreline that is accessible only by boat. Washington State Parks selected this 32’ Munson for a servicing the year round camping facilities. Outfitting includes an elevated walk around wheelhouse, Webatso forced air cabin heater, cargo deck tie down pockets, tow post, Garmin navigation electronics and EZ Loader trailer.

Model: 32-44 Utility

Captiva, FL: Located on a remote barrier island off the coast of Southwest Florida, Cayo Costa State Park is known for secluded beaches, pristine water and abundant natural habitats. Their 32 Munson Landing Craft is used to transport personnel, supplies and equipment from the mainland to facilities on the island. Outfitting includes push knees, lifting davit, side boarding door, tow post, swim steps, outboard motor guard, LED lighting and Garmin navigation package.

Model: 32-43 Research

Boulder City, NV: The Las Vegas Valley Water District delivers tested and treated water to more than 1.5 million people.  The 32’ M/V Aqua Defender is used to research and maintain water quality management in Lake Mead.  Outfitting includes a 1000 lb. lifting davit, hinging work table on the bow deck, canvas bimini top, side dive door and 12V bow thruster.  The cabin includes two roof top air conditioners, work station with sink, refrigerator and head compartment.  Twin Yamaha 300’s are installed on hydraulic jack plates for shallow water operations.

Model: 32-42 Sport

Marathon, FL: The Florida Keys boasts some of the best boating activities anywhere.  This 32’ Munson is set up to enjoy all that the area offers, including fishing, diving, kayaking and paddle boarding.  Outfitting includes comfortable seating for 12 passengers, full size head compartment, galley cabinet with sink, live bait tank, insulated fish hold, tow post and lifting davit.  Other options include side dive doors, dive ladder, dive bottle racks, and hydraulic jack plates for shallow water operations.

Model: 32-41 Research

Sanibel Island, FL: SCCF (The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) is dedicated to conservation of coastal habitats and aquatic resources on Sanibel and Captiva in the surrounding watershed. This Munson 32’ catamaran provides exceptional stability for their water quality research and sea turtle rescue. The boat is outfitted with a Maxilift M110 knuckle boom crane, side dive door with removable ladder, Roll Control tank rack for 8 bottles, stern A-frame for towing research trawl nets, engine guard, jack plates, 2 tow bits and a walk-around wheelhouse with seating for 6.

Model: 32-40 Fire

Cincinnati, OH:   The Cincinnati Fire Department was organized in 1853 and is the nation’s oldest fully paid professional fire department.  Their new 32’ Munson fire boat brings modern firefighting and search and rescue capabilities to Cincinnati first responders to protect lives and property on the Ohio River.  A Hale 1500 GPM fire pump is plumbed to bow, stern & roof monitors with 30 gallon Class B foam system.  Additional outfitting includes Furuno radar/plotter/sounder, Flir thermal imaging camera, 12V bow thruster, side dive door, lifting davit, push knees, tow post, outboard motor guard, folding radar arch, and triple-axle gooseneck trailer.

Model: 32-39 Fire

Garfield, AR: Nebco Fire-EMS operates this 32’ Munson on Beaver Lake, a 50 mile long man-made reservoir in the Ozark Mountains that sees 3.1 million visitors annually. Their 32’ Munson emergency response vessel is outfitted with a Hale 1500 GPM fire pump with bow monitor, Akron Stream Master II remote controlled roof monitor, and 4” LDH for supplying full pump capacity to land based pumper trucks. Additional outfitting includes a Garmin radar/plotter/sounder, side dive door, tow post, motor guard, lifting davit, and trailer.

Model: 32-38 Sport

San Juan Islands, WA:   The San Juan Islands consists of over 120 named islands, but commercial ferry service is only offered to 4. This 32’ Munson is used for accessing remote islands, as well as sport fishing and crabbing. Outfitting includes a hydraulic bow door, D-rubber fendering, 12v down riggers, rod holders, davit, and a 50hp kicker motor. The cabin is equipped with forced air heat, head compartment, galley with stove, sink, and refrigerator, four person settee, and Garmin navigation package.

Model: 32-37 Patrol

Mt. Clemens, MI:   Macomb County is characterized by dynamic urban clusters, expansive networks of industry and commerce, as well as pristine natural features. Their 32’ Munson is used patrols, dive operations, search and rescue, and to transport equipment. Outfitting includes a fully enclosed wheelhouse, cabin heater, roof top air conditioner, 5kw generator, davit, side dive door, search light, LED flood lights, FLIR camera, Garmin navigation package, stereo, canvas bimini top, SHOXS 2000 seats, and triple axle trailer.

Model: 32-36 Utility

Ft. Myers, FL:   Lee County is known for its emerald green waters, Sanibel Island & the Everglades.  Lee County Division of Natural Resources serves to protect, preserve and enhance its tropical coastal ecosystem and facilities. Their 32’ Munson is used for servicing aids to navigation, diving, and environmental response.  Outfitting includes removable bow scaffolding, 16” Garmin navigation package, motor guard, tow post and tow line protection screen.

Model: 32-35 Fire

Pittsburg, CA: Located in San Francisco Bay, Contra Costa County Fire Department is responsible for emergency response for 88 square miles of water. Their 32’ Munson emergency response vessel is outfitted with a Hale 1500 GPM fire pump with bow & stern discharges, TFT Monsoon 2000 remote controlled roof monitor, Class B foam system, and 4” STORZ LDH for supplying full pump capacity to land based pumper trucks. Additional outfitting includes Furuno TZ Touch 2 radar/plotter/sounder, port & starboard dive doors, motor guard, trailer, and Mercury Joystick piloting controls with Skyhook GPS positioning system.

Model: 32-34 Dive

San Mateo, CA: The State of California DOT Structure Maintenance Division performs bridge inspections in accordance with federal regulations.  Their 32’ Munson dive boat is outfitted with heavy duty hull fendering for working alongside concrete and steel structures.  Additional outfitting includes push knees, tow post, engine guard, 12V anchor windlass, lifting davit, side dive door, Garmin 7612xsv dual screen navigation displays, and triple axle trailer.   Triple 250 Yamaha outboards provide 40 knot top speed with 4000 lb payload.

Model: 32-33 Fire

Harve de Grace, MD: Susquehanna Hose Company is responsible for protecting the waterfront where the Susquehanna River enters the Chesapeake Bay. Their 32’ Munson emergency response vessel is outfitted with a Hale 1500 GPM fire pump with bow & roof discharges, Akron Stream Master II remote controlled roof monitor, Class B foam system, and 4” STORZ LDH for supplying full pump capacity to land based pumper trucks. Additional outfitting includes Garmin dual screen 7610xsv radar/plotter/sounder, Flir thermal camera, port & starboard dive doors, motor guard, and trailer.

Model: 32-32 Tender

Cayman Islands:  This 32’ Packcat serves as a yacht tender for a 59.6m private yacht.  Outfitting includes seating for up to 18 passengers, four way lifting eyes, port & starboard boarding doors, dive ladder, fuel transfer pump, push knees, and retractable canvas bimini top.   A forward control station allows for better visibility when transporting large vehicles.

Model: 32-31 Fire

Henrico, VA:  Henrico County’s Maritime Incident Response Team responds to fires, spills, rescue, medical aid, towing & salvage.  Their 32’ Munson emergency response vessel is outfitted with a Hale 1500 GPM fire pump with bow & stern discharges, Elkhart RF controlled bow monitor, 20 gallon Class B foam system, and 5” storz hydrant for supplying full pump capacity to land based pumper trucks.  Additional outfitting includes Lowrance dual screen HDS-12 plotters, LSS-2 structure scan sonar, 4G broadband radar, Flir thermal camara, 5kw generator, air conditioning, port & starboard dive doors, dive bottle racks and trailer.

Model: 32-30 Sport

Sitka, AK: Ocean Lure Charters operates the 32’ Dayna Joy as a six pack charter boat.   Special features include a bow control station, large underdeck fish hold and freshwater   washdown system.   The walk through cabin incorporates seating for six passengers, head compartment, galley with sink, Webatso forced air cabin heater and Fusion stereo.   Garmin navigation electronics are installed at the pilot and co-pilot stations.

Model: 32-29 Utility

Sitka, AK:  The City of Sitka Harbor Department operates and maintains 5 boat harbors and is responsible for emergency response and environmental cleanup operations.  Their 32’ Packcat is outfitted with a 1-ton telescoping boom crane, removable hinging fish totes, port & starboard side doors, push knees, tow post, engine guard and triple axle trailer.

Model: 32-28 Utility

Prince Rupert, BC:  Highlander Marine Services provides fast, efficient and economical year round transportation in the remote regions of northern British Columbia.  The M/V Highland Ranger is Transport Canada certified for 12 passengers and up to 3 tons of cargo.  The cabin is outfitted with both diesel and propane heaters, shock mitigating seats, and convertible bunk for overnight accommodations.  A triple axle trailer was supplied to provide over the road transport.

Model: 32-27 OSR

Deadhorse, AK:   Alaska Clean Seas is a non-profit oil spill response cooperative who protects the environment by providing effective response services to the Alaska North Slope Crude Oil Producers.  The 32’ Oliktok Guardian is assigned to ENI Petroleum operations and is tasked with transporting personnel, equipment and boom deployment for near shore response operations.  Special arctic features include storm covers for cabin windows and forced air diesel cabin heater.  The large walk through cabin provides seating for 8 passengers.

Model: 32-26 Sport

Panama City, Panama: MINERVA is a multi-purpose cargo and sport boat operating out of Panama. The large canvas bimini top is removable and extends from the console to the forward deck to provide shade for passengers. The large front cargo deck is used for transporting pallets of cargo and equipment. Outfitting includes a rocket launcher style rod holder, 12V anchor windlass, dive ladder, and foldable deck seating.

Model: 32-25 Fire

Richmond, CA: Marine 60 is an emergency response fire rescue vessel stationed at the Chevron Texaco refinery in Richmond California. A 5.7 GM V8 engine charges the Darley 1000 GPM fire pump with dual discharge monitors at the bow. The monitors are supplied by a 20 gallon Class B foam system. A 2.5" quick disconnect can be used to aid firefighting efforts on shore. A bow thruster was installed to assist fire crews in keeping the vessel stationary while firefighting.

Model: 32-24 Water Taxi

Salem, MA: The Salem Maritime National Historic Site was the first national historic site established. Its purpose is to promote the maritime history of New England, and preserve the historic waterfront. The M/V Naumkeag is COI certified for 18 passengers + 2 crew for a regular route from Derby Wharf to a beach located on Baker's Island. Passenger seating is provided by cushioned seat lockers on the forward deck and a stbd. side door provides wheelchair access.

Model: 32-23 Patrol

Charleston, SC: The Charleston Police Department operates in varying sea and weather conditions within the Charleston Harbor out to 20 miles offshore the coast of South Carolina. Typical missions involve tracking and intercepting suspicious and sometimes high performance vessels. An extensive electronics package was specified including a Kohler 5Kw generator, a Garmin 5212 GPSMAP radar/plotter/sounder complete with 12.1" display, Flir night vision camera and Hummingbird 1197c side scan sonar.

Model: 32-22 Utility

Hollywood, SC: The US Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for maintenance of the Ernest F. Hollings ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge. In doing so they are required to transport heavy machinery including pickup trucks. A draft 11.5 inches and a cargo capacity of 10,000lbs were provided to meet the transportation and shallow water operation requirements. A lengthened and reinforced bow door was installed to allow quick and safe loading and unloading of equipment

Model: 32-21 Sport

Pasagshak Bay, AK: Go Get'Em was designed as an overnight-capable sport fisherman. The cabin is outfitted with a head compartment, hot water shower, full galley, forced air cabin heat and convertible settee to allow her owners to explore parts of Alaska that cannot be reached on day trips. On deck, downrigger mounts, a 12v lifting davit/pot puller and rocket launcher fishing rod holders make Go Get'Em a serious fishing machine.

Model: 32-20 Dive

Houston, TX: As part of the Tactical Operations Division, the Houston Police Dive Team is composed of highly trained public safety divers who provide search and recovery operations as well as imaging of underwater scenes. Their 32’ Munson dive boat incorporates bow, side and stern dive ladders, dive bottle racks and swimmer rails near the waterline. The large cabin includes air conditioning, work tables, and shock mitigating seats. A 1000 lb. lifting davit, tow post, fresh water washdown system and heavy duty triple axle trailer complete the package.

Model: 32-14 Research

Seattle, WA: Research Support Services, Inc. provides technical expertise, boat support and research diving services to environmental consultants and engineering firms. The R/V Carolyn Dow is outfitted for the full range of near-shore sampling, surveying and diving operations. The a-frame travels the full length of the forward deck and can be folded for highway transport. A moon hole through the deck allows loads close to 2 tons with the a-frame oriented vertically.

Model: 32-12 Sport

Charlevoix, MI: The M/V King Cat is a personal sport boat operating on Lake Michigan. Twin 300hp Suzuki outboards deliver a top speed of 50 mph. The wheelhouse features a convertible settee with sleeping for two and a roof observation platform accessed by a ladder located on the house back. Perimeter safety railings and removable seating make the roof a great place to be on sunny days. A second control station located forward ensures precise maneuvering in close quarters.

Model: 32-11 Sport

Pte. Adolfo Lopez Mateos, B.C.S, Mexico: The Lopez Sportsman's Lodge offers visitors shallow water fly fishing trips and blue water game fishing trips. They chose a Munson Catamaran as the platform for their charter company because it offers rough water stability combined with a shallow draft. The Baja Californian is a serious fishing machine. The aft house back is home to a chest freezer powered by roof mounted solar panels and the front of the house features a full width bait tank

Model: 32-7 Utility

Grand Coulee, WA: The Grand Coulee Dam is a gravity dam on the Columbia River in Washington state that provides hydroelectric power irrigation. The dam supplies four power stations with a capacity of 6,809 MW. There is a floating boom on the lake side of the dam that protects the power stations from floating debris. When it breaks, dam personnel retrieve the loose ends with the dual bow davits and reconnect the ends using the hydraulic deck winch.

Model: 32-6 OSR

Wainwright, AK: The Umiaq Corporation operates the M/V Neakok Island in support of their onshore contingency response program contract with Shell Oil in the Chuckchi Sea. Designed to support hydraulic oil skimmers, the Neakok Island is outfitted with redundant PTO-driven hydraulic pumps. A hydraulic planetary deck winch is used to load equipment on to the forward deck and hydraulic lines are routed to the bow to allow the easy connection of skimmers and other equipment.

Model: 32-5 Sport

Lake Guntersville, AL: The M/V Blue Moon was designed to perform shoreline cleanup on the Tennessee River. Her owners also enjoy extended pleasure cruises. The wheelhouse is outfitted with an air conditioner/heater powered by an Onan 4Kw gasoline generator and features a head compartment with hot water shower. Side boarding doors and a 12v bow door allow easy access to the water during cleanup expeditions and a bow thruster ensures worry free docking in river currents

Model: 32-3 Patrol

Maple Island, MI: True to its name the Maple Express is an island transport vessel between Maple Island and the mainland on Lake Michigan. Twin 350hp Yamaha V8's and a top speed of 52 mph keep transit time to a minimum and the enclosed cabin with forced air cabin heat, convertible settee and porti-potti keep comfort to a maximum. A 12v stern anchor capstan and pulpit were included to allow for beach anchoring at remote destinations.

Model: 32-2 Sport

Model: 32-1 Fire

Lake Powell, AZ: The Glen Canyon National Park Service responds to an average of 20 boat fires and 15 fuel spills a year. Staged at Wahweap Marina, the NPS fireboat is the primary resource for protecting the fuel docks, harbors and boats on Lake Powell. The fire pump system consists of a Darley LSE 1000 single stage pump feeding dual bow monitors. A foam system feeding a Hale H583 eductor can be fitted to any of the vessel's 2.5" water discharges. A bow thruster ensures stability while system is energized.

“We just wanted to say that you guys did an absolute fabulous job on the Port of Juneau’s 32 footer that you built, what a very immaculate piece of workmanship it is. It will be a great addition to our workplace. Once again, OUTSTANDING job and thank you very much.”

Tom & Pete City of Juneau, Division of Ports & Harbors

CATFISHER 32 MS Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of CATFISHER 32 MS. Built by undefined and designed by PDF, the boat was first built in 1985. It has a hull type of Catamaran Twin Keel and LOA is 9.75. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.07. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Yanmar, runs on Diesel.

CATFISHER 32 MS has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about CATFISHER 32 MS and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat specifications, auxillary power tank, contributions, who designed the catfisher 32 ms.

CATFISHER 32 MS was designed by PDF.

When was CATFISHER 32 MS first built?

CATFISHER 32 MS was first built in 1985.

How long is CATFISHER 32 MS?

CATFISHER 32 MS is 8.84 m in length.

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