KNYSNA 500
2015 | Western Cape
Ref : CHHAM66165
613 000 € ex vat
Main datas
- Builder : Knysna Yacht
- Price : 613 000 €
- Material : Others
- Year : 2015
- Length : 15,24 m
- Beam : 8,00 m
- keel : Unknown
- Draft minimum : 1,21 m
- Hull : Catamaran
- Life Raft : Yes
- Area : Western Cape
- Mooring : Yes
- Leasing in progress : No
- Flag : South Africa
- Subtype : Pleasure, Long Trip
- Architect : Angelo lavranos
Engines
- Brand : YANMAR
- Model : 4JH5EC
- Fuel : Diesel
- Montage : In Board (IB)
- Engine(s) : 2
- Power Unit. (CV) : 54
- Hours : 0
- Drive : Saildrive
- Fuel capacity : 600
- Owner's Comments : Brand: Yanmar 4JH5EC with Racor water and fuel separator system Cylinders: 4 Tanks: 1 Tank construction material: VE resin Transmission model: Yanmar SD60 Starting batteries: 2 Starting battery amperage: 2 x Semi-cycle deep (can be switched independently) Service batteries: 2 x Mastervolt LiIon Service battery amperage: 1260 Ah AGM Cruising speed: 8 knots Propellers: 2 Propeller type: Brunton
Facilities
- Double Cabin : 3
- Sailor Cabin : 0
- Head : 3
- Berth : 6
- Helm : No
- WC : Electric
Major equipment
- Bow Thruster : No
- Stern thruster : No
- Marine Gen. : Yes
- Group and thruster details : Westerbeke
- AC : Yes
- Charger and AC details : 2 x 16,000 BTU
- Hot water : Yes
- Black Water : Yes
- Tender : Yes
- Details :
- Tender Engine : Yes
Electronics
- Radar : Yes
- Radar details : GARMIN
- VHF : Yes
- Converter 12/220 : Yes
- Sounder : Yes
- Sounder details : GARMIN
- GPS : No
- Chartplotter : Yes
- Plotter details : GARMIN 7012
- Autopilot : Yes
- Pilot details : GARMIN
- Watermaker : Yes
- Watermaker details : 100L/H
Bridge equipment
- Gangway : No
- Hydrolic Gangway : No
- Davits : Yes
- Bath platform : Yes
- Electric windlass : Yes
- Cockpit awning : Yes
- Sprayhood : No
- Teak cockpit : Yes
- Furling genoa : Yes
- Furling mainsail : No
- Spinnaker : Yes
- Sails details : Fully battened mainsail on BattCar system Lazy bag/Lazy jack Electric furling genoa with ProFurl Code Zero on soft sail furler Electric primary winches for effortless handling
- Winter cover : No
- Mast : 1
- Teak deck : No
Appliances
- IceMaker : No
- Fridge : 2
- Dishwasher : No
- Washing machine : No
- TV antenna : Yes
- TV : Yes
- SAT-TV : Yes
- Heater : No
- Heating details :
- Freezer : Yes
- Oven : Yes
- Microwaves : Yes
- Electric stove : No
- Gas stove : Yes
Owner's comments
Description Knysna 50 Catamaran
I am selling my Knysna 500 Catamaran from 2015, based in South Africa. This boat is lightly used, meticulously maintained, fully equipped, and presented in its owner's version.
Built with Excellence
My Knysna 500 was built by the renowned Knysna Yacht Company — a prestigious South African shipyard, globally recognized for its custom ocean-going catamarans. This model combines craftsmanship, performance, and luxury with unparalleled attention to detail.
Spacious and Elegant Layouts
This catamaran offers an owner's version with 3 double cabins, each with a private bathroom.
The exclusive owner's suite is located in the port hull and includes:
The starboard hull houses two guest cabins.
The elegant saloon is equipped with handcrafted U-shaped benches for 6 to 8 people.
The kitchen is thoughtfully arranged with an adjacent coffee/preparation station and a large refrigerated storage space for long voyages.
Performance and Comfort
The helm station offers exceptional visibility and high-end electronics:
The power system includes:
The comfort equipment includes:
Designed for Ocean Cruising
The sail plan is optimized for long distances:
This catamaran is built to Category A of the IMCI (Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC).
History of Knysna Yacht Company Shipyard
The Knysna Yacht Company is a South African shipyard founded in 1978, renowned for its custom ocean-going catamarans. Over the years, the shipyard has evolved to incorporate advanced technologies and high-quality materials, making its models benchmarks in the world of navigation. The Knysna 500 is one of the flagship models, known for its comfort and performance.
History of the Knysna 500 Model
The Knysna 500 was introduced in the 2010s and quickly established itself as a model of luxury ocean-going catamaran. Designed for long cruises, it offers spacious living space and high-quality equipment. This model has undergone several evolutions, including the addition of advanced navigation systems and eco-energy technologies.
Why is this boat interesting to buy?
My Knysna 500 is particularly interesting to buy for several reasons. First, it is lightly used and meticulously maintained, ensuring excellent condition. Secondly, it is fully equipped with air conditioners, a desalinator, and a Westerbeke generator, offering optimal comfort for long voyages. Finally, its advanced sail plan and high-end navigation equipment make it an ideal choice for ocean cruising enthusiasts.