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A trimaran is a specific type of multihull vessel that features three hulls and is typically designed for sailing or racing on open waters. Also known as a double outrigger, the arrangement is specifically comprised of a main hull with two smaller hulls that are attached by lateral beams. Some trimarans are used as ferries, while there are also designs in this class that are used as warships. Originating in the South Pacific, the double-outrigger style of the trimaran was first used for fishing and ferrying between the islands of Madagascar and Southeast Asia.
Trimarans, historically, have been crafted out of wood materials. The original styles were built using found and farmed timber and often resembled rafts tied together using bamboo or other materials as beams. Today, the wooden models are built much like traditional sailboats. Thanks to modern technology, there are also composite trimarans, namely of a fiberglass finish, available to those who don’t want the upkeep of wood. Folding designs are also available for easy trailering and marina storage.
A trimaran is generally only powered by sails and a rudder system. However, like all sailboats, they can also be outfitted with wind makers and other generators to assist with wind power operation. Some sailing models and ferries may also contain outboard motors for use on open water and when docking.
Trimarans can be outfitted with premium rigging systems and sails. There is also premium racing equipment available, including racing navigation and satellite systems. Boats can be outfitted with fish finders, livewells, and coolers for fishing excursions, and there are options for upgrading or adding custom seats, as well. Accessory power outlets for various devices are available and there is plenty of optional safety gear and anchoring equipment on the market, as well.
Trimaran yachts are large, sailing vessels usually used for time-honored boating pursuits such as overnight cruising and day sailing. These sailing vessels have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their deeper-depth draft and very wide beam, qualities that make them exceptionally favorable for overnight cruising and day sailing. Across our current listings, the average capacity for trimaran sailing vessels is 8 people with a maximum capacity of 12 passengers, and the average length overall (LOA) is 39 feet. Listings range in size from 16 feet long to 90 feet long, with an average sail area of 936 square feet and a maximum sail area of 2,131 square feet. Listed hull types include trimaran and modified vee.
Constructed by a wide variety of yacht makers, there are currently 143 trimaran yachts for sale on YachtWorld, with 65 new vessels for sale, and 78 used and custom yachts listed. These vessels are all listed by professional brokerages and new boat dealers, mainly in the following countries: United States, France, Spain, United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom.
Some of the most notorious, masterful builders of trimaran sailboats right now include: Corsair, Neel, Custom, Dragonfly and Trimaran. These builders may design trimaran sailing vessels with secondary inboard, outboard, outboard-4S, outboard-2S and other propulsion systems, available in diesel, gas, electric and other fuel systems. Over the past 30 days, the top, most-viewed brands for trimaran sailing vessels on YachtWorld were Chris White, Corsair, Custom, Neel and Trimaran.
Trimaran sailing vessels for sale on YachtWorld are offered at a range of prices from $2,913 on the relatively lower-priced, classic models all the way up to $11,382,108 for the rarest of yachts.