Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Catamaran Saona 47 by Fountaine Pajot was officially unveiled last spring during the International Multihull Boat Show in La Grande Motte in France. New catamaran with exotic name completes the line of sailing catamarans Fountaine pajotwhich includes models ranging from 40 to 67 feet.

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Like him predecessors, catamaran Saona was developed Berret Racoupeau Yacht Design, engineers Fountaine pajot, and interior designers Isabelle racoupeau... As a result, you can see and feel the characteristic features of all catamarans. Fountaine pajot - the reverse tilt of the stem, swollen hulls, stylish roof and modern trim, which have been the keys to the shipyard's success for decades Fountaine pajot, and are transferred from one boat to the next.

Stepping aboard Saona 47The first thing that strikes is the amount of light that enters the cabin through panoramic windows, long skylights, and sliding glass panels that open into the cockpit and give the feeling of a completely open space.

The ease with which you can move around the boat, from the transom to the bow, while sailing, is surprising. From the cockpit, just three steps up to the raised helm station on the starboard side, and three more steps to the lounge area above the bimini.

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

The designers have also found a clever way to provide headroom under the boom for those enjoying the view on the couch or deck chairs on deck by keeping the boom swivel on the mast just 37 inches from the roof of the saloon, so all mainsail operations do not require any of the acrobatic skills many need. other catamarans. That is, laying the mainsail becomes safe on any wave.

The wind was light during the test, however Saona 47 was sailing at a speed of 5.4 knots in a steep sidewind, at about 7-8 knots of wind speed. The catamaran was quite agile and the steering wheel was light, which is surprising for a boat of this size. When the wind rose to 11 knots, the speed increased to 7.6 knots!

The charter version is equipped with a mainsail Incidence and genoa with a slight overlap on the twist Facnor, and provides sufficient windage per ton of displacement, one of the best indicators among competitors. You can also add a Gennaker or Code Zero to your cruise and take advantage of the bowsprit.

The helm station, installed almost at deck level, is similar to the layout used Fountaine pajot on Helia 44 evolution... This is done to facilitate mooring by a family crew. The helmsman sits in a seat that can seat up to three people, while the helm and engine controls are straight up on a raised platform. Three winches and clutches are installed nearby.

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

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There are two configurations of the Saona 47 catamaran: version Maestro with three cabins + skipper and charter version with five cabins.

In charter version, in the right hull there are bow and aft double cabins, with a bathroom in the bow cabin and showers between the cabins. There is also one crew cabin in the bow. Moving to the port side, in the middle of the catamaran, between two double cabins, there is a single cabin, all equipped with showers.

Maestro version includes the owner's cabin, which occupies the entire left hull, with a berth located at the stern and a bathroom in the bow, and the plan of the right hull is similar to the charter version.

The catamaran boasts an incomparable level of living space, including a huge cockpit open plan. There is a sofa and barbecue on the transom. The dining table is made of teak wood and seats eight guests, opposite there is a refrigerator and a sun lounger. There is ample storage space on the boat and there is also room for a life raft. The catamaran is equipped bathing platformwhich is raised and lowered hydraulically between the bodies.

L-shaped galley equipped with a sink and a bar counter in the stern, in which two refrigerators are mounted, there is also a corner convection oven and a work surface. Ahead, behind a companionway, there is a sheltered and spacious nav station, which also provides excellent visibility. In the cabin there is a coffee table surrounded by sofas. The interior is finished with matt bleached oak, ideal for maintenance.

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Fountaine pajot the hulls and deck are made of sandwich using infusion technology for better weight control and increased strength, and the bulkheads are glued into the hulls. The bimini cockpit is also a composite sandwich panel. The catamaran can be equipped with two engines Volvo with 40 hp saildrive or 50 hp to choose from, and is equipped with a generator Fisher panda as an additional power supply. The optimized weight-to-volume ratio provides exceptional balance and stability for an unforgettable performance at any speed.

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Combining successful shipyard innovations Fountaine pajot, Saona 47 exudes a striking aura with its striking design, imposing lines and elegant silhouette under sail and at anchor. The catamaran offers excellent visibility at the helm, unlimited resting space, plenty of light, comfortable living space and stylish interiors.

Offering unique space, safety, comfort and excellent performance in all conditions, Saona 47 the leader among catamarans designed for long cruises or around the world.

Test drive of the sailing cruise catamaran Saona 47 from Fountaine Pajot

Summing up, we can say that Saona 47 outperforms larger competitors in terms of the size of the saloon, cockpit, and working surface of the galley. Also in terms of sail-to-weight ratio - this catamaran is one of the leaders among cruise ships. All this is positively assessed by the yachtsmen who have already provided the shipyards Fontaine-Pajot queue for this model.

Specifications and additional information: Sailing catamaran Fountaine Pajot Saona 47

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12.11.2017