TECHNICAL SHEET Dufour Catamarans dufour 48 catamaran

dufour 48 catamaran - 2020

Dufour Catamarans

TECHNICAL SHEET

Main datas

  • Builder : Dufour Catamarans
  • Life Raft : No
  • Year : 2020
  • Beam : 8,00 m
  • Subtype : Pleasure
  • Architect :
  • Hull : Catamaran
  • Material : GRP
  • Length : 14,60 m
  • keel : Fixed Keel
  • Draft minimum : 1,30 m

Engines

  • Brand : VOLVO PENTA
  • Model :
  • Drive : Saildrive
  • Fuel capacity : 900
  • Power Unit. (CV) : 55
  • Fuel : Diesel
  • Montage : In Board (IB)
  • Engine(s) : 2

Facilities

  • Double Cabin : 5
  • Sailor Cabin : 1
  • Head : 6
  • Berth : 13
  • Helm : No
  • WC : Sailor

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Main Features

  • Dufour 48 Catamaran - Description and Technical Specifications

    The Dufour 48 Catamaran is a premium cruising catamaran designed for comfort and performance, offering generous space and technical features suitable for solo sailing or with a crew.

    Main Features

    • Length Overall (LOA): 14.90 meters (48 feet)
    • Beam: 7.90 meters
    • Draft: 1.35 meters (standard version)
    • Displacement: Approximately 13,000 kg
    • Sail Area: Mainsail + Genoa (total area approximately 120 m²)
    • Hull Material: GRP (fiberglass) with structural reinforcements
    • Layout: Twin-hull catamaran with spacious salon and 4 cabins
    • Keel: Option for a lifting keel to navigate shallow waters
    • Engine: Twin inboard diesel engines (standard, 2 x 50 HP).

    Performance and Design

    Designed by naval architecture firm Patrick Morvan, the Dufour 48 Catamaran combines exceptional stability thanks to its width and catamaran configuration, along with smooth sailing even in rough conditions. Its fractional rigging ensures a good distribution of forces and precise sail control.

    Interior Space and Comfort

    With its 4 cabins and 3 bathrooms, this catamaran is ideal for family cruises or trips with friends. The bright salon, equipped with large windows, offers panoramic views of the sea. The galley is spacious and well-equipped, with easy access to the exterior for al fresco dining.

    • Cabins: 4 double cabins, including a master suite with a private bathroom.
    • Headroom: 2.00 meters (optimal comfort)
    • Tanks: Water (2 x 300 liters), fuel (2 x 150 liters)

    Standard Equipment and Options

    The Dufour 48 Catamaran comes equipped as standard for safe and comfortable sailing:

    • Lewmar or Harken winches for easy sail handling.
    • Anchors and chain (10 kg + 50-meter chain).
    • Compass, GPS, depth sounder, and autopilot as options.
    • Complete safety equipment (life jackets, fire extinguishers, first aid kit).

    This model is sought after by catamaran enthusiasts for its space, maneuverability, and excellent comfort at sea. Second-hand Dufour 48 Catamaran listings can often be found on specialized platforms like sailboatlistings.com or in nautical magazines such as Voiles & Voiliers.

Price guide, Quotation

To give an idea, in 2026, an dufour 48 catamaran Dufour Catamarans from 2020 was offered on the market at a price of €590,000.

Limitation of liability : XBOAT assumes no responsibility for the information provided in this technical data sheet, which has been sourced from the internet and has not been verified. This information is non-contractual and does not, in any way, bind XBOAT.

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