Multi-Hull Sailboats for sale

A multihull is a boat, typically a catamaran or a trimaran, that has more than one hull. These ships are classified by the hull arrangement, the number of hulls, and also the shape and size of the vessel. Hulls are typically side-by-side arrangements, with many models having three hulls. The first multihulls came from Austronesian design and were created to prevent capsizing in rough ocean waters. Outrigger canoes and proas are also classified under the multihull class.

How are Multihulls built?

Historically, multihulls have been built of wood. As they were primarily used for sailing, the standard sailboat construction methods were popular, with added construction to connect the hulls of the vessel and create decks, rigging, and other structures. Today, there are also multihulls built from fiberglass cylinder molding, as well as fiberglass matting over wood. Until the 60s, boats were constructed by boat builders on custom order or by boaters themselves. Today, the model is mass-produced in many styles.

What Types of Engines Power Multihulls?

Most multihulls are designed for sailing and will be powered solely by sails and rudders, along with a modern rigging system. Of course, wind makers and other power generators can be added to give the vessel increased power. There are also powerboats that have multihull designs, with a variety of gas turbine engine and outboard motor options.

What Optional Equipment is Available for Multihulls?

The multihull has an array of available optional equipment and accessories. Sailing vessels can be outfitted with upgraded rigging and sails, as well as generators, navigation systems, and even racing equipment. There are replacement motors, aftermarket parts, marine radios and technology, sail covers, rudder systems, and more. There is also a full selection of trailers for multihull vessels, including aluminum and galvanized steel models that can fit any arrangement and number of hulls.

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Find your perfect multi-hull sailing vessels

Multi-Hull yachts are large, sailing vessels generally used for time-honored boating pursuits such as a variety of commercial and recreational boating activities. These sailing vessels have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their deeper-depth draft and exceptionally wide beam, features that make them exceptionally ideal for a variety of commercial and recreational boating activities. Across our current listings, the average capacity for multi-hull sailing vessels is 12 people with a maximum capacity of 153 passengers, and the average length overall (LOA) is 45 feet. Listings range in size from 19 feet long to 107 feet long, with an average sail area of 1,323 square feet and a maximum sail area of 7,811 square feet. Listed hull types include catamaran, trimaran and other.

Designed and assembled by a wide variety of yacht makers, there are currently 932 multi-hull yachts for sale on YachtWorld, with 215 new vessels for sale, and 717 used and custom yachts listed. These vessels are all listed by professional yacht brokers and new boat dealers, mainly in the following countries: United States, France, Spain, Croatia and Greece.

The best multi-hull sailing vessels

Some of the most notorious, masterful builders of multi-hull sailboats as of today include: Lagoon, Leopard, Fountaine Pajot, Custom and Bali. These builders may manufacture multi-hull sailing vessels with secondary inboard, outboard, outboard-4S, electric and outboard-2S propulsion systems, available in diesel, gas, electric and other fuel systems. Over the past 30 days, the top, most-viewed brands for multi-hull sailing vessels on YachtWorld were Corsair, Fountaine Pajot, Lagoon, Leopard and Outremer.

Multi-Hull sailing vessels pricing

Multi-Hull sailing vessels for sale on YachtWorld are listed for a variety of prices from $25,660 on the relatively lower-priced, classic models all the way up to $9,563,884 for the most unique, bespoke yachts.