Motor catamaran or sailing catamaran
Willkommen an Bord eines Powerkatamarans – zum Beispiel des MY37 von Fountaine Pajot.
Sailing or engines? Catamarans in comparison
Time for an honest comparison – without ideology, but with facts, experience and feeling.
Whether wind power or motor power – both will take you to the most beautiful bays in the Mediterranean. But what really distinguishes them in everyday life on board?
Both sailing and motor catamarans offer an impressive amount of space – on deck as well as in the saloon and cabins. This feeling of space is usually only achieved on monohulls of significantly greater length.
Sailing catamarans
For everyone with wind in their hearts
For many water sports enthusiasts, sailing is more than just getting around – it’s a way of life. The power of nature, playing with wind and water. Sailing catamarans are the favorites of charter guests who want to experience the special feeling of sailing combined with the comfort of a catamaran.
Advantages of a sailing catamaran:
- Emission-free travel under sail
- Stability thanks to two hulls – ideal for families and slow travel
- Smooth running in a stern wind
- Pure sailing pleasure for those who love it.
Challenges:
- Motor power is still necessary in calm conditions
- Sailing maneuvers, especially with a battened main, require more experience
- Limited interior space due to mast and rigging
Motor catamarans
Modern freedom with style
This is where the power catamaran comes into play. Unlike sailing boats that have been converted into motor catamarans, models such as the Fountaine Pajot MY37 are designed from the ground up for motor operation – and that makes a noticeable difference.
A motor catamaran convinces with:
- Bright interiors thanks to large windows and modern lines
- Three or four full cabins with plenty of storage space
- Flybridge with lounge area, steering position and optional wet bar
- Cruising speed of 12-15 knots at only approx. 1.5 liters/nautical mile
- Low consumption – particularly efficient for a motor cruiser
Further advantages:
- Maximum comfort – no heeling, no annoying lines
- Simple, intuitive handling – even for non-sailors
- Full flexibility, regardless of wind and weather
- More space thanks to the absence of rigging and mast structures
Who loves the sailing catamaran?
- People who want to combine generous space, comfort and sailing.
- Larger charter crews, such as families or groups of friends who don’t want to miss out on the sailing feeling.
- Crews for whom silent gliding and sustainable travel under sail are important.
And the power catamaran?
- Families who simply want to enjoy a vacation by the water.
- Charter guests who prefer comfort and space combined with independence from the wind
- Newcomers who want to operate a boat – without learning the craft of sailing.
- Crews with little experience or families with small children appreciate the easy handling – just set off and feel good.
Feel like it?
At Nautic Alliance we offer you first-class motor catamarans directly on the Croatian Adriatic coast – including several Fountaine Pajot MY37, the larger Fountaine Pajot MY6 and the elegant Lagoon 40 Motor. Ideal for a relaxing yacht vacation with friends, family or as an exclusive charter for two.
Motor catamarans are becoming increasingly popular
Motor catamarans are becoming increasingly popular, especially in the charter sector.
No wonder: many crews want to travel independently of the wind, keep to fixed routes flexibly – without sacrificing maximum comfort.
The Fountaine Pajot MY37 meets these requirements perfectly. It is easy to maneuver – even with a small Crew – and still offers the feeling of space and stability of a much larger boat.
For families, couples or groups without sailing experience, the motor catamaran is a relaxed and safe choice: no setting sails, no stress – just start and enjoy. The flybridge offers additional living and retreat space – perfect for sundowners at anchor in the evening.
The MY37 – Motorized. Luxurious. Clever
Charter customers rediscover the power catamaran.
The Fountaine Pajot MY37 impressively proves that modern motor catamarans are far more than just a replacement for sailing boats – they are an independent and convincing solution for a new generation of yacht vacationers. Quiet, efficient, comfortable – and independent of wind and sailing experience.
Sailing catamarans will always have their fans – and with good reason. But power catamarans like the MY37 are not overshadowed – they set their own standards for anyone who rethinks comfort, freedom and independence on the water.
