Custom Vplp 48' (1990) For sale

48' cruising catamaran: Ready for the big departureFR: This 48' catamaran, designed by the famous architects Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost, is ready for ocean sailing. Constructed of epoxy wood, it combines sailing performance and comfort. Modernized since 2018, it has Nanni Diesel engines, a complete set of sails, 300W solar panels, DUOGEN and Aquabase watermaker. Spacious interior with 2 double cabins, equipped galley, modern electronics. Ideal for long-distance cruising, with full safety equipment.EN: This 48' cruising catamaran, designed by renowned architects Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost, is ready for ocean voyages. Built from epoxy wood, it boasts excellent sailing performance and comfort. Extensively upgraded since 2018, it features Nanni Diesel engines, a complete sail inventory, 300W solar panels, a DUOGEN, and an Aquabase watermaker. Spacious interior with 2 double cabins, full kitchen, and modern electronics. Ideal for long-distance cruising, with full safety equipment. 48' cruising catamaran: Ready for the big departureDesigned by the famous architects Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost, this unique catamaran is built in epoxy molded wood (sapele) by the La Méridienne shipyard. Designed for long-distance sailing, it offers a perfect balance between performance under sail and comfort of life on board. This boat was purchased in 2018 by its second owner and has since benefited from significant improvements, making it totally ready for a round-the-world voyage. Technical characteristics:Length: 14.60 mBeam: 8.40 mDraft: 1.40 / 2.00 m (with daggerboards)Displacement: 12,000 kgConstruction: Epoxy moulded wood (sapelli)Engines: 2 x Nanni Diesel 21 HP (420 hours)Fuel capacity: 300 LCalike: 600 LCabines: 2 large double cabins + 1 additional cabinPerformance and sails:This catamaran shines particularly well under sail, with a complete set of sails that maximizes its performance: 78m² HSD proradial (2019) mainsail39m² genoa17m² staysail on furlerAsymmetrical spinnakerRigging checked every 2 years (last check in 2024), with the forestay replaced in 2019.Winches: 7 x Barbarossa (self-tailing)Equipment for autonomy:This catamaran is designed to sail autonomously for long periods of time, without depending on land infrastructure. Its modern equipment ensures great energy independence:P 300WDUOGEN solar rings (wind turbine and hydrogenerator)Aquabase watermaker 35L/h1.8 kVA generator (optional)Electronics and navigation:P to guarantee safe and efficient navigation, the boat is equipped with complete and modern electronics:D autopilots for redundancy and easy navigationLarge screen integrated into the map table, Navigation system on a laptopElectronic equipment:Loch-speedo: Autohelm ST 50 (2004, sensor replaced in 2018)Anemo-weathervane: Autohelm ST 50 (2004, aerial replaced in 2023)Sounderer: Autohelm ST 50 (2004)Radar: Furuno M1720 (2004)GPS: Vesper 600 (2021)VHF: 2 x Navicom RT650AIS (Receiver/Transmitter): Vesper 600 (2021)Electronic barometer: Vion (2019)Navtex: cockpit NX300GPS: Garmin Map 276CConboard Catamaran:This catamaran is also distinguished by its spacious and comfortable interior fittings, perfect for extended cruises :D large cabins with high beds and plenty of storageLarge equipped galley (130L fridge, washing machine, hob)Mattress and insulation renewed in 2018 for optimal thermal comfortBathroom with real shower and hot waterHeating on 220VLave linenSpacious deck saloon, perfect for enjoying the view and relaxing while sailing or at anchorEngines:The 21 HP Nanni Diesel engines are perfectly suited for cruising use. They have been maintained