The Fusion 40 "Kit Cat" is revolutionising the boatbuilding industry. This vessel has been designed from the beginning as a high performance cruising catamaran that can be stacked into 40 foot containers and freighted anywhere in the world.
This photograph shows the infusion moulded components as they would appear when removed from the container. Complete with moulded non skid and all the recesses for hatches and portlights. The components even have individual quality control certificates.
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By producing this modern catamaran in modules, which in turn fit in containers, it has meant delivery is simple and it has opened the doors to worldwide marketing of the Fusion 40. The cost savings on overseas shipping as deck cargo, is in excess of $40,000.00. Private contractors are available to assist with assemblies to any stage if you desire.
By producing a catamaran in sections also has great appeal to the professional boatbuilder as well as amateurs, as they can install mechanical and furniture items as they assemble, rather than working in confined spaces.
No longer are you dictated to, Fusion Catamaran Co. supplies the structural components along with the hull and deck sections but leaves the entire fitout and layout to the owner. This allows the builder to work with their preferred materials, and allows for personal preferences as to accommodation and functions. However Fusion Catamarans have a very comprehensive Multihull Construction Guide web site to support clients.
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Whilst these pictures above were taken during the assembly of the test boat in Fusion's facility, the pictures at the below show assembly can be achieved in more simple surroundings.
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DIY Cruising Catamaran: Complete Building Guide
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A brand-new cruising catamaran can set you back a hefty amount of money. However, a DIY cruising catamaran provides a more affordable way to own your own boat. While building a large boat can be an extremely challenging and time-consuming experience, nothing beats the pleasure of bringing your own boat to life.
To build a DIY cruising catamaran, buy good design plans, determine your budget and find a working space. Next, choose your hull material, buy supplies and start building the mast beam. Build and sheathe the hull, install bulkheads, the interior, and finally, launch the catamaran boat.
In this article, you will find a complete guide to building your own catamaran. You will also find detailed information on why you may want to consider building your catamaran and approximately how much this project would cost. Finally, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of building a catamaran from scratch.
Why You Might Want To Build Your Own Catamaran
Most people might think that purchasing a used boat to repair and fix it up would be cheaper than a DIY cruising catamaran. But while building your own catamaran could be an enormous undertaking, it also comes with many advantages over buying something used.
Other than the unique opportunity to create beautiful memories and experiences while cruising, sailing, and exploring beautiful coastlines, there are a number of benefits that come along with the DIY approach.
Knowing Your Boat
Building your own catamaran provides you with intimate knowledge of your boat. You will know every corner, including where to find every bolt, wire, bulkhead, rib, hose, and support as you installed them yourself. This knowledge will enhance your confidence while at sea since you will have entrusted your life to a boat whose history you are aware of and deeply connected to.
Pride of Ownership
The satisfaction you get from crafting something with your own hands is immense. As a result, the knowledge that you built your boat from scratch will fill you with absolute pride and an immense sense of achievement. Furthermore, as an owner-builder, you get to keep and enjoy the boat for as many years as you wish.
Substantial Cost Savings
Building your catamaran will work out cheaper than buying a new or even gently used boat. Though you will likely require some additional labor since doing some things will require an extra pair of hands, if you are particularly good at DIY, you will save a significant amount of money on labor costs as a whole.
Freedom To Create Your Own Designs
If you decide to buy a catamaran boat, it might not be easy to find one that meets your unique needs. However, instead of choosing from production boats that bear traditional and outdated designs, you can come up with an ultra-modern design or style for your catamaran. You also get to pick your layout, size, and equipment based on your taste and budget.
Great Learning Experience
Building your own boat will help you pick up numerous skills that will come in handy later when sailing your boat. As much as you might still require an expert to help you with specialized skills like carpentry or wiring, your new skills will serve you well. This will also be beneficial when it comes to your boat’s maintenance and fixing things for yourself.
What To Look For in Catamaran Boat Designs
When deciding on the type of catamaran boat to build, you may want to choose a design that’s simple and easy to build. This is because doing so will allow you to spend a shorter time building the boat.
You also need to have a set of requirements to guide you in choosing your design or what you might call an ideal cruising catamaran wish list. This is essential because, ultimately, you want to build a boat that offers outstanding qualities such as:
Delivers good speed
Affordable to own and operate
Agile, strong, and easy to maintain
Has a high resistance to capsizing
Great for sailing and cruising
Delivers a comfortable and easy motion underway
Good handling ability and high performance under sail
User-friendly embarking and disembarking
Provides ample living and accommodation space
Presents a reasonable resale value
It’s worth noting that, in general, catamaran boats tend to offer a fair resale value mainly because of scarcity and the high price accorded to production models. So, if you build a well-constructed catamaran, you are bound to get a return that’s much higher than the cost of materials upon resale.
It’s also good to consider whether the design you settle on is from an established designer. This is significant because documentation of the building process is just as valuable when it comes to selling the boat.
How Much Would It Cost To Build Your Own Catamaran?
The cost of building your cruising catamaran will depend heavily on the size of the boat you plan to build and the skills you bring to the table. To give you an idea of probable costs, a professionally built 40 foot (12.1 m) long cruising catamaran could go for up to $300,000.
Though building it yourself will undoubtedly be cheaper, most DIY boatbuilders tend to underestimate the expected costs. Your final costs should cover not only the cost of material and equipment but also the labor and time it would take to come up with the final product.
If you were to build a 40-foot (12.1-meter) catamaran, your cost of materials would range between 20-30% of the total cost. Therefore, for $300,000 total, the boat’s materials would range between $60,000 and $90,000. The hull tends to range between 15-35% of the total build. Again, this depends on the finish and furniture.
But before you even start working on the DIY project, you will need to figure out where to do the work. If your home has ample space, then you can opt for a backyard building. But if you live in a small apartment, then you might want to consider renting a small garage at first and then move on to a boatyard later. This is one of the significant costs involved in building your multi-haul.
What You Will Need
To get a clearer picture of how much the entire project would cost, let’s have a look at what else you will need to purchase.
Good design plans
Working space
Ground tackle
Matting and roving
Equipment such as the engine, windows, rudders, deck fittings, mast, and rigging
In addition to the above, you also need to install plumbing and electricals. You may also want to consider going electric rather than using diesel. Not only will this drastically reduce your maintenance costs, but you get to use the regenerated power for all of your housing needs while sailing.
Some catamaran boat designs help you save costs by advocating the use of less expensive corpus materials. Most of the material goes directly into making the boat, which means there is hardly any wastage on vacuum bagging . With this method, there are few molds and temporal building forms and fewer fillers to grind off as waste. All these factors reduce the time and cost it takes to build your catamaran boat.
That said, building a boat of any kind is a huge financial undertaking. As such, you still need to have the financial ability to keep building; otherwise, your project will stall or take much longer than anticipated. Instead of enjoying yourself and making memories cruising to faraway lands, you might end up spending all your time building a seemingly never-ending boat.
To reiterate, this project is more of a labor of love, given that it involves a tremendous amount of manual work. Calculating an hourly rate on the time spent building the boat and adding this cost to that of materials may make it seem a very pricey exercise. However, it is vital to understand that your time matters, and every hour you spend working for “free” should be included.
With that in mind, you need to ensure that you are fully devoted to the boat construction project and are sure you want to do it before you begin. Stopping halfway because it seems like too much work would be incredibly costly.
How To Build a Catamaran
When it comes to building a cruising catamaran, you have 3 main options:
You can buy an old boat and refurbish it.
Purchase a bare hull plus deck molding for a home-boat building.
Start from scratch and build everything, including the hull, on your own.
As mentioned above, renovating an existing boat may end up being more costly than starting from scratch. To build a catamaran boat from scratch, follow the below step-by-step guide.
Prepare the Essentials
Before you jump into such a large project, there are several important aspects to consider:
Buy your plans from an established catamaran designer. You can also get inexpensive, easy-to-build catamaran designs online.
Get access to a large working space or build a shed . Depending on your climate, you may need to opt for climate control to avoid an excess of moisture in humid areas.
Decide on your choice of hull material. This could be fiberglass, aluminum, steel, wood, or ferroconcrete.
Start working on a bill of materials estimate. Include everything that you think you need to get a better idea of the initial costs.
Build the Mast Beam
Using wood and epoxy, cut and glue together the pieces of wood that will form the mast beam. Most of the work at this stage can occur in a garage since it involves building small parts. Still, the work could take up to 4 months, so be prepared to put in long hours.
Build the Boat Hull
Now, it’s time to build the boat’s hull. A catamaran comprises two hulls which are connected with a deck. Below is a short video showing how to build a hull mold:
This work requires a larger facility, so you might need to move out of the garage and into a boatyard. If you don’t have access to a larger workshop, consider building a shed where you can work as you do the construction. Make sure there’s enough room to fit the boat and also allow you to work comfortably. To cover the shed, you can use opaque white tarps.
Sheathe the Hull
Get all the materials you require for this stage in the construction, such as lots of resin, fiberglass, and foam for use in the hull cores. You’ll also require matting and glass roving to sheath the hull .
Sheathing helps to make the hull impervious to water and other marine borers. But first, you need to prepare the hull using a rotary sander. To make it as smooth as possible, use light, sweeping strokes. This is a very dusty task so be prepared to wear a facemask and safety goggles.
Install the Bulkheads
Next is installing the plywood bulkheads . You might need to call in friends to help turn the hulls or use a crane. In this step, you will need to laminate the hull sides on the molded hull panels and bond them above the bulkheads. Ensure the bulkheads are snug and sealed in place.
Construct the Interior Structure
Over the next couple of months, the boat work will involve joining the hulls together with the beams that you had made back in the garage. Then, install the cuddy cabin, decks , and the cockpit . Soon the boat will start to take the shape of a catamaran.
Next, proceed to construct the major structural components such as stairs, hatches, mini-keels, and the interior. Then comes the work of fairing the boat, which is quite labor-intensive.
Finally, it’s time to apply primer on the catamaran boat and start the paintwork. Before painting the boat, you will need to do additional sanding to finish off the two layers of primer as well as fill all the pinholes. Since it’s a large boat, the catamaran has lots of surface area; thus, the sanding could get extremely exhausting—mentally and physically—at this point.
The painting can take a while, too. The hulls are the easiest to paint, but the topsides, non-skid, as well as masking and prepping could seem never-ending.
The final stretch involves working on the center bridge deck cabin and other final touches like installing the engines, electricals, and plumbing. This is also the time to fix the rudders, rigging, mast, windows, and deck fittings.
Launch Your Cruising Catamaran
After many months or years of hard work, your cruising catamaran is finally ready to test the waters. After lowering the boat into the water, check carefully in case there are leaks. If none, you can set up the sails and take your catamaran out for your first cruise.
Below is a short video that takes you through the entire boat-building process:
If you don’t have deep pockets, don’t despair. It’s also possible to build an inexpensive catamaran boat, as shown in this post from the coastal passage .
The Pros of Building a Catamaran
Though it will be a costly endeavor, there are so many things to look forward to should you decide to build your own catamaran:
It can be lots of fun.
You get to have a new boat.
It’s an excellent hobby for DIY enthusiasts.
The effort is rewarding.
It offers a great learning experience.
You get the exact kind of boat you want.
You can alter building plans and tailor the boat to suit your specific needs.
It might be cheaper than buying a new boat.
The Cons of Building a Catamaran
Though there are a number of positive aspects to a DIY build, it is just as important to keep in mind that it won’t always be easy:
Maintenance costs can be quite high.
It’s both mentally and physically exhausting.
It might require some technical know-how.
It can take many months or even years to complete.
It requires a lot of commitment to finish the DIY project.
It might be challenging as well as expensive to get insurance.
You will spend almost all your free time building the boat.
DIY Cruising Catamaran Tips and Tricks
If you are new to boat building, it would be a good idea to build a small boat first. This would give you a good indication as to whether you’d enjoy tackling a more extensive project like building a catamaran. Again, if you are the handy type, fixing your own electronics could also save you a significant amount of money.
Here are more tips and tricks to get the most out of your DIY cruising catamaran:
Lower your costs. Bring down your costs even further by sourcing for parts and supplies at marine surplus outlets, Craigslist, eBay, or wholesale suppliers.
Enhance your resale value. Most home-built boats are not easy to sell since they tend to be too customized. To enhance your resale value, it’s advisable to work with a standard design from a well-established naval architect.
Follow the design instructions. Make sure to follow the designer’s instructions regarding the type of materials and tools to use during the build to avoid making costly mistakes.
Maintain your original budget. Avoid any additional customizations once you have started building the boat. Using good plans and sticking to them ensures that your budget doesn’t spiral out of control.
Final Thoughts
Building a catamaran is about more than saving money. It’s fun, exciting, fulfilling, and can be a great learning experience. While it might take many months of back-breaking work, comparative shopping and sourcing for materials will help you save a lot of money. Still, at the end of it all, you’ll have a beautiful catamaran boat, all ready for your first cruising adventure.
However, if you have neither the time nor the energy to build your own catamaran from scratch, refurbishing an existing hull might prove faster and easier. It also works out much cheaper than buying a new boat.
Owner of CatamaranFreedom.com. A minimalist that has lived in a caravan in Sweden, 35ft Monohull in the Bahamas, and right now in his self-built Van. He just started the next adventure, to circumnavigate the world on a Catamaran!
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Build System The build system has also not been forgotten with simple surfaces and shapes to this design. Only flat panels are used in the construction with no complex shapes to contend with. If a kit system is chosen this boat is very quick and easy to assemble with all parts cut to size. Material options include cost-effective Gaboon plywood, plain foam or Duflex (choice of balsa or foam core).
If on a budget, most 16 to 18ft off-the-beach catamaran rigs will suit this design or could be customized to suit. These can be bought cheap and could even be a temporary rig to get you on the water in the interim until a new rig becomes affordable.
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The plans can be purchased separately and the materials can be sourced by the client at their own pace. A list of the required and recommended materials is provided.
Cad-drawn colour construction plans are supplied in an A3 sized booklet of high detail specifically suited to amateur building.
Study Plans
Study Plans are available for this design, please send a request via our Contact page.
Plans only are available for purchase, you can contact us to discuss further.
The ECO 55 power catamaran is an affordable DIY power catamaran. As the owner proved the boat is a capable coastal cruiser. The inside layout is the same as for the ECO55 sail version but the underwater shape is changed. The cockpit is wider and has a size of 1,45m x 2 m. With the bigger size normal deck chairs can be used. With a cockpit cover two more can sleep on the boat.
Accommodation is simple but practical.
Because of the easily driven hulls the boat will travel at about 12 knots with the a 15 HP outboard engine. But practice showed that a single outboard of 20 HP is more feasible - less noise and lower operating costs.
The boat has a double bunk, but the cockpit is big enough to sleep 2 more persons. The construction and list of materials is similar to the ECO55 sail version . The difference is that you need no rig, rudders or dagger board. With the low weight of about 325 kg including engines the boat can be towed behind a relative small car.
Construction is as always the plywood/glass/Epoxy construction system. The hulls are V-shaped with vertical sides - easy to build by a beginner. For cost estimation see the list of materials below.
All drawings are CAD drawings
Wood/epoxy composite for easy construction and low maintenance.
So if you order a schionning kit, what exactly is going to arrive see an overview of the materials you will receive, and what each is used for during the build process. fibreglass cloth or tapes microspheres, microballoons or microfibers take a closer look and you can answer these questions., our schionning kits are a no nonsense, common-sense approach to building a boat. we offer great service, fast delivery and access to anything you could need for your boat straight from the supplier to your door. our construction plans and kits are sold with 100% professional boatbuilder support via phone and email, any time you're unsure or just need a second opinion, we're here..
Our kits contain all of your basic materials to build your boat to a faired shell stage, ready for painting and fit-out. We have sail-away costing estimates available for all of our standard designs, and this will give you an accurate idea of the overall cost of your project. This costing varies depending on your level of finish, as you can imagine different options vary greatly in price.
Below is a quick glance at what your Schionning Kit will include and what each item is primarily used for, we hope this is helpful and if you should require more detailed information please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
What do I actually receive?
DUFLEX PRE-LAMINATED PANELS
DuFlex pre-laminated panels are the main and most important material used in our kits, predominantly in the flat panel designs, however they are used in Strip-planked designs also, though to a lesser extent. These panels are 2400mm x 1200mm and are CNC routed to speed up build time on our Wildernes X Series, as well as some of our power designs. For internal furniture, a paper honeycomb core is used instead of the end-grain balsa wood core that is used for main structural areas. The use of this is purely to save weight in the shell and therefore produce a faster, more responsive catamaran.
KINETIX LAMINATING RESIN & HARDENER
WEST SYSTEM EPOXY RESINS
FIBREGLASS TAPES (DOUBLE BIAS)
CARBON FIBRE CLOTH
FIBREGLASS CLOTH
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34′ x 12′ High Speed Catamaran, 36 Passengers
31′ x 12′ High-Speed Catamaran, 24 Passengers
Sponge Docks Skiff 13
Sponge Docks Skiff 16
Sponge Docks Skiff 19
F1430 Sit-On-Top Kayak
F1830 Sit-On-Top Tandem Kayak
MASH 24ft family cruiser
OzonaX Nesting Pram
15′ RoG Micro-cruiser
F1430 Sit-On-Top Kayak PDF Assembly Manual
F1830 Sit-On-Top Kayak PDF Assembly Manual
Ozona X Nesting Pram PDF Assembly Manual
Sponge Docks Skiff 13 PDF Assembly Manual
Sponge Docks Skiff 19 PDF Assembly Manual
Ozona X Nesting Pram
Okoume Marine BS1088
Meranti Marine BS1088
Baltic Birch Plywood
Sanded Birch Plywood
Ozona X Sail, 70 square feet
Ozona X Spar kit
Epoxy Resin, Laminating, FGCI 1 Gallon
Epoxy Activator, 2:1, FGCI 1/2 Gallon
Epoxy Activator, 2:1, FGCI 1 Gallon
Wood Flour 5Qt (Premium Hardwood)
Fumed silica 5QT
Microballoons 5QT
E-Glass cloth 4oz/sq.yd. 50″ wide
E-Glass cloth 6oz/sq.yd. 60″ wide
MASH, 24ft Cruiser
15′ RoG Micro-Cruiser
F1430 Sit-On-Top
F1830 Sit-On-Top Tandem
Tooling and CNC
BOAT KITS & PLANS
Our recreational boat kits and plans have been optimized from years of builder input, but we also back them up with unlimited technical support . We focus on a small number of successful designs which we optimized over time:
•Drawings are simple and easy to follow
•ID and info printed directly on the kit components
•Intuitive to assemble
•Detailed assembly manuals with pictures
•Construction Galleries
INSPECTED TOUR BOATS
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Tour boats and passenger catamarans built to be USCG-certified under 46CFR Subchapter T .
Construction materials are Fire-retardant vinylester, PVC foam core, composite urethane panels. Decreases downtime and maintenance, protects resale value.
Structure exceeding ABS High Speed Craft and approved by the USCG’s Marine Safety Center prior to construction.
Our expertise in developable and CNC-cut hulls allows us to economically provide you with a semi custom design without sacrificing quality.
EXISTING VESSELS
We can help minimize your downtime with:
•Repair of Hurricane Damage or Collision.
•Consulting on Electrical System Upgrade/Redesign.
•Stability Work including Deadweight Survey and Incline Experiment.
•Optimization of Passengers Permitted
•Change of Route and Waters
•Lapsed COI
BOAT-BUILDING SUPPLIES
We are the premier dealer of real Marine-Grade Plywood on the West Coast of Florida. We carry Bruynzeel, Joubert, as well as Dragon Hydrotek.
Beware of imitation!
Genuine Marine Plywood is the best material for repairing your rotten pontoon deck, boat deck or cabin sole. It is also a great choice for RV repairs, pop-up campers repairs as well as teardrop camper construction, and you can choose between:
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Our Catamaran Build Kits
Our construction plans and kits are sold with 100% professional boatbuilder support via phone and email, any time you're unsure or just need a second opinion, we're here. ... Schionning Designs supply a list of the Kit Materials you will receive to start the process., catamaran-build-kit-materials, catamarandesign, compare schionning catamaran ...
James Wharram Designs
Affordable. Building your own boat with Wharram Designs is the easiest and most cost effective way to fulfil your sailing dreams. Wharram Self-build boat plans start from only £120. Wharram designs are based on years of practical, hands-on experience of building and ocean sailing catamarans. They are renowned for their seaworthiness, stability ...
Catamaran Build Kit
The Best Advanced Build System in the World. The Schionning Advanced Build System are one of the simplest ways to build your own boat, or have a custom design built faster and more accurately by a professional. Utilising DuFlex panels with a balsa core, large sheets are joined on their long edge to form full length hull panels, bulkheads etc ...
Fusion Kit Catamarans
The Fusion 40 "Kit Cat" is revolutionising the boatbuilding industry. This vessel has been designed from the beginning as a high performance cruising catamaran that can be stacked into 40 foot containers and freighted anywhere in the world. This photograph shows the infusion moulded components as they would appear when removed from the container.
Plans For Catamarans And Monohulls
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. Snail Mail: PO Box 900, Morayfield, Qld, 4510, Australia. Email: [email protected]. Mike Waller Yacht Design provides comprehensive boat plans for amateur boat builders. A range of stock plans are available for both monohulls and multihull vessels, constructed in plywood or timber / glass composite.
Plans & Kits
Cutwater 12.5 Classic Wooden Paddleboard Plans PDF. $65.00. Build yourself a timeless Cutwater 12.5 stand up paddle board from our easy to follow instant downloadable plans. (Click HERE for printed plans) Board info... Length - 12.5 feet / 381cm Width - 29 inches / 73.6cm Weight - 29.8...
Sailing Catamarans, Trimarans and Power Cats. Plans for Kit
We design modern high performance sailing catamarans, trimarans and power cats. Contact us to find the right professionals and resources for your project, or to create a custom design to empower your vision for time on the water.
Kurt Hughes Multihull Design
Order the Latest Design Portfolio today to see over 85 multihull plans in stock.Besides illustrating my stock designs, for which I sell study plans and full construction plans, it also contains my design philosophy of multihulls; an article on the rapid Cylinder Mold(pdf) or Cylinder-molding (in html) multihull construction; examples of drawing sets; photographs; fact sheets with dimensions ...
Bruce Roberts, CATAMARAN boat plans, CATAMARAN boat building
POWER CATAMARAN PLANS and KITS, CATAMARAN PLANS , Bruce Roberts WEB SITE offers catamaran boat plans and catamaran boat kits for fiberglasss and aluminum boat designs, cut to size CATAMARAN kits, part built boats or complete boats. Bruce Roberts Yacht Designs offer boat building project management arrangements for boats built overseas at affordable prices.
Catamaran Kit Process
STEP 4. The fairing is now complete, this is done using a filler compound mixed with our West System epoxy resin and applied to the surface of the hull. This process is to ensure that when painted the boat will have a smooth and glossy appearance, and as a general rule the more painstaking the paint-job and fit-out, the higher your resale value.
DIY Cruising Catamaran: Complete Building Guide
If you were to build a 40-foot (12.1-meter) catamaran, your cost of materials would range between 20-30% of the total cost. Therefore, for $300,000 total, the boat's materials would range between $60,000 and $90,000. The hull tends to range between 15-35% of the total build.
Catamaran and Trimaran Boat Plans
Genuine Hartley Boatplans and Samson Boatplans are only supplied by hartley-boats.com, New Zealand. Catamaran & Trimaran Boat Plans from Hartley Boats make it a reality to build your own multihull at home. Build with Plywood or Fibre Glass. 12-35 ft plans.
Catamaran Stock Plans
Catamaran Stock Plans. ... Plans are leased to build ONE boat, NO time limit. Tri-Star designs are proven designs, sailing the seven seas since 1964. Free consultation is provided to the original non-professional builder till he or she is sailing the seven seas. All boats may be built with flared hulls, with the exception of the TRI 25, TRI ...
Boat Building Plans
Classic Designs. Boat Building Plans. The 'Classic Designs' are recognised as beautiful, safe boats - easy to build, easy to sail, sturdy and stable. Many anchorages around the world are graced by these Classic Designs, and nine are still available, from the 16ft Maui to the 51ft Tehini. They were the first range of Wharram catamarans, designed ...
Plans & Kits
DUO 900 Plans For study plans click HERE The DUO 900 is a quick-to-build, open-bridge catamaran with asymmetrical hulls. The boat was designed for a French fighter pilot who lived in Argentina. His goal was to sail from Buenos Aires to Marseille. Looking...
Wizard sailing catamaran
The WIZARD is a 22ft sailing catamaran design that offers 5-6 berths in 3 cabins, standing headroom, easy trailing, stability AND performance. For the first time in a trailable catamaran there is a genuine double bunk.It is legally trailable world-wide behind a family car. One person can assemble and rig it in under an hour ready for ...
Self Build Boats
Everything you need to build your own sea-going catamaran: 3 steps. Familiarise yourself with our range of designs and their unique qualities. For more detailed information read the Wharram Design Book which reviews each self-build boat model and offers a detailed introduction and understanding of the world of self-build catamarans.; Order one or more sets of our Study Plans and immerse ...
Trailerable Catamaran Construction Plans
If a kit system is chosen this boat is very quick and easy to assemble with all parts cut to size. Material options include cost-effective Gaboon plywood, plain foam or Duflex (choice of balsa or foam core). If on a budget, most 16 to 18ft off-the-beach catamaran rigs will suit this design or could be customized to suit.
Catamaran Power Kits
SPIRITED 400 'Power'. The Spirited 400 'Power' is a semi-displacement power cat with sleek lines and light weight structure. For those who like 'turn-key' cruising this highly efficient design is always in readiness for a quick getaway. The slim hulls run easily through the water and provide a very comfortable ride even in rough conditions.
Plans & Kits
DUO 900 Study Plans. $15.00. DUO 900 Study Plans For full plans click HERE The DUO 900 is a quick-to-build, open-bridge catamaran with asymmetrical hulls. The boat was designed for a French fighter pilot who lived in Argentina. His goal was to sail from Buenos Aires to Marseille...
ECO 55 Power Cat Plans
ECO 55 Power Cat Plans. The ECO 55 power catamaran is an affordable DIY power catamaran. As the owner proved the boat is a capable coastal cruiser. The inside layout is the same as for the ECO55 sail version but the underwater shape is changed. The cockpit is wider and has a size of 1,45m x 2 m. With the bigger size normal deck chairs can be used.
Catamaran Kit Materials
DuFlex pre-laminated panels are the main and most important material used in our kits, predominantly in the flat panel designs, however they are used in Strip-planked designs also, though to a lesser extent. These panels are 2400mm x 1200mm and are CNC routed to speed up build time on our Wildernes X Series, as well as some of our power designs.
Boat Plans, Marine Plywood Kits & Custom Designs
Tour boats and passenger catamarans built to be USCG-certified under 46CFR Subchapter T. Construction materials are Fire-retardant vinylester, PVC foam core, composite urethane panels. Decreases downtime and maintenance, protects resale value. Structure exceeding ABS High Speed Craft and approved by the USCG's Marine Safety Center prior to ...
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Our construction plans and kits are sold with 100% professional boatbuilder support via phone and email, any time you're unsure or just need a second opinion, we're here. ... Schionning Designs supply a list of the Kit Materials you will receive to start the process., catamaran-build-kit-materials, catamarandesign, compare schionning catamaran ...
Affordable. Building your own boat with Wharram Designs is the easiest and most cost effective way to fulfil your sailing dreams. Wharram Self-build boat plans start from only £120. Wharram designs are based on years of practical, hands-on experience of building and ocean sailing catamarans. They are renowned for their seaworthiness, stability ...
The Best Advanced Build System in the World. The Schionning Advanced Build System are one of the simplest ways to build your own boat, or have a custom design built faster and more accurately by a professional. Utilising DuFlex panels with a balsa core, large sheets are joined on their long edge to form full length hull panels, bulkheads etc ...
The Fusion 40 "Kit Cat" is revolutionising the boatbuilding industry. This vessel has been designed from the beginning as a high performance cruising catamaran that can be stacked into 40 foot containers and freighted anywhere in the world. This photograph shows the infusion moulded components as they would appear when removed from the container.
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. Snail Mail: PO Box 900, Morayfield, Qld, 4510, Australia. Email: [email protected]. Mike Waller Yacht Design provides comprehensive boat plans for amateur boat builders. A range of stock plans are available for both monohulls and multihull vessels, constructed in plywood or timber / glass composite.
Cutwater 12.5 Classic Wooden Paddleboard Plans PDF. $65.00. Build yourself a timeless Cutwater 12.5 stand up paddle board from our easy to follow instant downloadable plans. (Click HERE for printed plans) Board info... Length - 12.5 feet / 381cm Width - 29 inches / 73.6cm Weight - 29.8...
We design modern high performance sailing catamarans, trimarans and power cats. Contact us to find the right professionals and resources for your project, or to create a custom design to empower your vision for time on the water.
Order the Latest Design Portfolio today to see over 85 multihull plans in stock.Besides illustrating my stock designs, for which I sell study plans and full construction plans, it also contains my design philosophy of multihulls; an article on the rapid Cylinder Mold(pdf) or Cylinder-molding (in html) multihull construction; examples of drawing sets; photographs; fact sheets with dimensions ...
POWER CATAMARAN PLANS and KITS, CATAMARAN PLANS , Bruce Roberts WEB SITE offers catamaran boat plans and catamaran boat kits for fiberglasss and aluminum boat designs, cut to size CATAMARAN kits, part built boats or complete boats. Bruce Roberts Yacht Designs offer boat building project management arrangements for boats built overseas at affordable prices.
STEP 4. The fairing is now complete, this is done using a filler compound mixed with our West System epoxy resin and applied to the surface of the hull. This process is to ensure that when painted the boat will have a smooth and glossy appearance, and as a general rule the more painstaking the paint-job and fit-out, the higher your resale value.
If you were to build a 40-foot (12.1-meter) catamaran, your cost of materials would range between 20-30% of the total cost. Therefore, for $300,000 total, the boat's materials would range between $60,000 and $90,000. The hull tends to range between 15-35% of the total build.
Genuine Hartley Boatplans and Samson Boatplans are only supplied by hartley-boats.com, New Zealand. Catamaran & Trimaran Boat Plans from Hartley Boats make it a reality to build your own multihull at home. Build with Plywood or Fibre Glass. 12-35 ft plans.
Catamaran Stock Plans. ... Plans are leased to build ONE boat, NO time limit. Tri-Star designs are proven designs, sailing the seven seas since 1964. Free consultation is provided to the original non-professional builder till he or she is sailing the seven seas. All boats may be built with flared hulls, with the exception of the TRI 25, TRI ...
Classic Designs. Boat Building Plans. The 'Classic Designs' are recognised as beautiful, safe boats - easy to build, easy to sail, sturdy and stable. Many anchorages around the world are graced by these Classic Designs, and nine are still available, from the 16ft Maui to the 51ft Tehini. They were the first range of Wharram catamarans, designed ...
DUO 900 Plans For study plans click HERE The DUO 900 is a quick-to-build, open-bridge catamaran with asymmetrical hulls. The boat was designed for a French fighter pilot who lived in Argentina. His goal was to sail from Buenos Aires to Marseille. Looking...
The WIZARD is a 22ft sailing catamaran design that offers 5-6 berths in 3 cabins, standing headroom, easy trailing, stability AND performance. For the first time in a trailable catamaran there is a genuine double bunk.It is legally trailable world-wide behind a family car. One person can assemble and rig it in under an hour ready for ...
Everything you need to build your own sea-going catamaran: 3 steps. Familiarise yourself with our range of designs and their unique qualities. For more detailed information read the Wharram Design Book which reviews each self-build boat model and offers a detailed introduction and understanding of the world of self-build catamarans.; Order one or more sets of our Study Plans and immerse ...
If a kit system is chosen this boat is very quick and easy to assemble with all parts cut to size. Material options include cost-effective Gaboon plywood, plain foam or Duflex (choice of balsa or foam core). If on a budget, most 16 to 18ft off-the-beach catamaran rigs will suit this design or could be customized to suit.
SPIRITED 400 'Power'. The Spirited 400 'Power' is a semi-displacement power cat with sleek lines and light weight structure. For those who like 'turn-key' cruising this highly efficient design is always in readiness for a quick getaway. The slim hulls run easily through the water and provide a very comfortable ride even in rough conditions.
DUO 900 Study Plans. $15.00. DUO 900 Study Plans For full plans click HERE The DUO 900 is a quick-to-build, open-bridge catamaran with asymmetrical hulls. The boat was designed for a French fighter pilot who lived in Argentina. His goal was to sail from Buenos Aires to Marseille...
ECO 55 Power Cat Plans. The ECO 55 power catamaran is an affordable DIY power catamaran. As the owner proved the boat is a capable coastal cruiser. The inside layout is the same as for the ECO55 sail version but the underwater shape is changed. The cockpit is wider and has a size of 1,45m x 2 m. With the bigger size normal deck chairs can be used.
DuFlex pre-laminated panels are the main and most important material used in our kits, predominantly in the flat panel designs, however they are used in Strip-planked designs also, though to a lesser extent. These panels are 2400mm x 1200mm and are CNC routed to speed up build time on our Wildernes X Series, as well as some of our power designs.
Tour boats and passenger catamarans built to be USCG-certified under 46CFR Subchapter T. Construction materials are Fire-retardant vinylester, PVC foam core, composite urethane panels. Decreases downtime and maintenance, protects resale value. Structure exceeding ABS High Speed Craft and approved by the USCG's Marine Safety Center prior to ...