| Article number: | 10.06.013 |
A sailing catamaran is a type of sailboat with two parallel hulls connected by a deck or platform. These vessels are popular for both recreational sailing and long-distance cruises. Here is an overview of the main features, advantages, and popular models:
A catamaran (from the Tamil word kattumaram) consists of two hulls with a bridge deck between them. Sailing catamarans usually have a large rig with a single mast on deck, and propulsion is provided by a mainsail and a jib or genoa.
Stability: Due to their wide base, catamarans are very stable, both at sea and at anchor.
Space: More living space than monohulls – many catamarans have multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and spacious saloons.
Speed: Due to less resistance in the water, they can be faster than comparable monohulls.
Shallow draught: Ideal for shallow bays or areas with sandbanks.
Comfortable at anchor: Less heeling and rolling than a traditional monohull.
Limited upwind performance: They perform less well upwind compared to monohulls.
Mooring: Due to their width, more difficult in standard harbours or berths.
Cost: Often more expensive to purchase and maintain than monohulls.
Weight sensitivity: Overloading affects sailing characteristics more quickly.
Specifications :
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Drawing number |
10.06.013 |
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Description |
sailing catamaran |
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Quality |
view/rigging plan and one section; no frames/lines |
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Scale |
1 : 20 |
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Number of sheets A00 |
0 |
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Number of sheets A0 |
0 |
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Number of sheets A1 |
1 |
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Number of sheets A2 |
0 |
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Number of sheets A3 |
0 |
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Number of sheets A4 |
0 |
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Total number of drawing sheets |
1 |
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Number of A4 text sheets |
0 |
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Weight in grams |
65 |
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Remarks |
l.o.a. 49 cm |