Description
The evolution of innovation: Featuring the signature draw-dropping design, elevated performance, and unmatched quality of the Gunboat 68 in a stately 80-footer. The most customizable Gunboat yet, engineered to sail in the widest range of conditions.Ultra-strong, ultra-lightweight construction and performance design deliver an exhilarating sailing experience you could only dream of on a fully-loaded, blue-water cruising catamaran. Engineered by VPLP for superior structural integrity, optimal seakeeping, and efficient transfer of power for an elevated sailing experience in all conditions. The most sailing you’ll ever do on an 80-foot yacht: Designed to sail faster than the wind in anything over 5 knots, with highly efficient systems and more solar power, forget the engines and enjoy the sounds of wind and water!
The owner sets the cursor on the continuum of performance optimizations, with the ability to customize interior or exterior helm stations, rig height, rig rotation, longeron length, boom height, hydraulic systems and more. We present this standard option as a starting point to explore your own ideals.
Layout
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Performance Indicators
Sail Performance
100
%
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Boat Speed
16.7
kn
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Bruce Number
1.6
(higher is faster)
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Kelsall
1.1
(higher is faster)
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Sail Area to Displacement
39
(higher is faster)
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Displacement to Length
61
(lower is faster)
Slow
Cruiser
Performance
Racer
Specifications
Metric
Length (LOA)
Length (LWL)
Displacement (light)
Payload capacity
Sail Area (main+jib)
Beam (BOA)
Draft (min)
Draft (max)
Mast clearance
23.95
23.95
29.5
5.5
368
10
1.49
4.6
32.1
Imperial
78
78
65040
12120
3961
32.8
15.1
15.1
105.3
Bridgedeck clearance
1
Fuel
Water
1400
1200
3.3
370
317
Berths
Manufactured Since
10
2021
Designer
Keel
Helm
Steering
Engine (hp)
Hull Material
Daggerboards
Aft
Mechanical/Hydraulic
I'm interested in buying this catamaran but have questions
There are many ways to buy a catamaran and the procedure varies between manufacturers. It's a process that takes time and you should not be afraid of starting talks with the manufacturer.
Here are some common questions you might have:
Can I afford it? Talk to the manufacturer and they can advise you on financing options.
Can I sail it? Arrange a test sail with the manufacturer, or ask them directly what kind of support and education they offer for boat buyers.
If you need anything else, be it more details, an introduction to the manufacturer, a shipyard visit, a test sail, or help with customatization, let us know on the Help Me page after clicking below and we’ll help you take the next step.
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