* This price is based on today's currency conversion rate.
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 endeavors such as overnight cruising and day sailing. These boats have an average length overall (LOA) of 37 feet. They can range in size from 14 feet to 84 feet with hull types including trimaran, monohull and other designs, manufactured by a wide variety of yacht manufacturers. YachtWorld currently has 195 trimaran yachts for sale, including 64 new vessels and 131 used and custom yachts. These vessels are listed by professional yacht brokers and boat dealerships, mainly in the following countries: United States, France, United Kingdom, Italy and Australia.
Trimaran sailing vessels have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their very deep draft and exceedingly wide beam, characteristics that make them exceptionally ideal for overnight cruising and day sailing.
Some of the most popular, masterful builders of trimaran sailboats presently include: Corsair, Neel, Custom, Dragonfly and Farrier. These builders may design trimaran sailing vessels with secondary inboard, outboard, outboard-4S, electric and inboard/outboard propulsion systems, available in diesel, gas, electric and other fuel systems.
Trimaran sailing vessels for sale on YachtWorld are offered at a variety of prices from $9,127 on the lower-cost segment of yachts all the way up to $5,834,398 for the more sophisticated yachts.