Knysna 550
Upmarket performance catamaran
- Boat REF# · 314316
- Length · 16.55m
- Year · New
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Multihull
- Sleeping berths · 8
- Engine · 2 x diesel 80hp, Yanmar
- Lying · Eastern Cape
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Knysna 550
Knysna 550
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Lifestyle & Use
This boutique cruising catamaran is ideally suited for charter, corporate or private use. This 550 will allow you to experience the thrill of high-performance sailing in an entirely new level of luxury and comfort. This catamaran is fully equipped as a complete live-aboard with top-end finishes and luxurious trims throughout. This beautiful craft was designed for socialising, with cruising lunches and ice-cold cocktails after a day in the sun. From a wet bar/ice maker to state-of-the-art sound, the cockpit area is elegantly fitted with everything needed for laid-back entertaining.
Unique Features
The optional addition of a fly-bridge allows for a superior view of the yacht, offering a view forward over the foredeck as well as adding an additional living area to the vessel. Unparalleled vistas gives an unobstructed view of the fore, aft and sides of your vessel. The flybridge features a second dining table and entertainment area with luxuriously upholstered seating. This area is perfect for enjoying outdoor meals with 360-degree views of your surroundings.
Design & Build
With the optional flybridge configuration it leaves the rest of the yacht free to accommodate a multitude of layouts to meet your specific requirements for either 3, 4 or 5-cabin layout.
Prices & Process
The price of the 550 catamaran starts at US$ 1650 000 for the semi flybridge option and US$ 1850 000 for the full flybridge option. Available as a cruising power catamaran option.
Extra Details
| Designer | Knysna Yacht Company |
|---|---|
| Builder | Knysna Yacht Company |
| Lying | Eastern Cape |
| Fuel capacity | 1,000.0 ltr (220.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 1,000.0 ltr (220.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 320.0 ltr (70.4 USG) Total - 4 Tanks |
Mechanical
| Engine | 2 x diesel 80hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Yanmar |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | saildrive |
| Prop(s) | 3-bladed fixed |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
| Water-maker |
|---|
230V AC, 50 Hz network, 12 x 220V AC outlets.
2 x inverter ( 24V / 4000Kw).
1 x shore power charging unit (Mastervolt Chargemaster 24 / 100-3)
Fisher Panda DC generator 6.4Kw.
4 x monocrystiline 400W glass solar panels with 2 x solar charger SCM-60 (MPPT).
Dimensions
| Length | 16.55m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 16.15m |
| Beam | 8.88m |
| Draft Max | 1.44m |
| Airdraft | 23.87m |
| Displacement | 19,500kg (42,997.5lbs) |
Rig
Sloop rigged Sparcraft Aluminium spars with Stainless Steel standing rigging
Sails
| Reefing mainsail | Ullman Sails - roller boomFully Battened, |
|---|---|
| Headsail | Ullmann Sails - Furling |
| Spinnaker gear |
|---|
The flybridge includes an electric roller furling headsail, as well as an in-boom furled mainsail.
All lines leading to the flybridge helm’s position.
Main sail fully battened cross cut Dacron.
Furling genoa radial cut Dacron complete with UV strip.
Optional Sail plan available
Electrical Systems
12 / 24 volt battery, 7 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power, generator
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Multihull |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Construction:
Hulls and bridgedeck hand laid with e-glass and vinyl ester resin thoughout. Closed cell 80 density.
PVC foam core vacuum bagged to outer laminate and balanced with hand laid inner laminate. Monolithic area's and coosa board reinforcements between laminates.
Structural bulkheads infused with 25mm closed cell PVC foam core and laminated directly to hull and bridgedeck.
Watertight crash bulkheads in bows.
Structural keels, integrated into hulls.
Isophthalic gelcoat - White.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 8 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 4 |
| Cabin(s) | 4 |
| Sink | 4 |
| Shower | 4 |
| Air conditioning | 3 Air conditioning Units rated at 12000 BTU/h |
| Heads | 4 heads (Electric) |
16000 BTU air conditioner in saloon.
2 x 12000 BTU air conditioners (one for port side and one for starboard side).
Captain’s desk with power points for laptop and navigational gear.
Vanity area with seat, mirror and power points.
Flat-screen television.
Open-ended double berth with down-lights and reading lights.
Foam mattress and headboard.
Spacious, private heads.
Large shower area.
Dressing area with shelving and hanging cupboards.
Electric fan (optional).
Stereo sound (optional).
Courtesy LED strip lighting in certain areas.
Spacious counter for entertaining guests in saloon or cockpit area.
200 L Isotherm combo fridge freezer.
90 L Isotherm deep-freezer.
Brushed stainless steel AEG Eurogas oven and grill.
Mirror-finish 32-litre microwave.
Hot and cold fresh water.
Double bowl sink.
Laminate/vinyl flooring.
Navigation desk.
Stereo entertainment system.
Bar counter.
Ocean Air blinds.
Custom upholstery finishes for all seating areas.
Custom selection of fabrics, textures, trims and coverings.
Upholstered roof panels.
Laminate/vinyl flooring.
4 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Broiler | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Cooler | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Freezer | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Manual water system | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system | |
| Fresh water wash | |
| Raw water wash | |
| Cockpit shower | |
| Bar Sink | |
| Ice Maker | |
| Microwave | |
| Washing Machine |
16000 BTU air conditioner in saloon.
2 x 12000 BTU air conditioners (one for port side and one for starboard side).
Captain’s desk with power points for laptop and navigational gear.
Vanity area with seat, mirror and power points.
Flat-screen television.
Open-ended double berth with down-lights and reading lights.
Foam mattress and headboard.
Spacious, private heads.
Large shower area.
Dressing area with shelving and hanging cupboards.
Electric fan (optional).
Stereo sound (optional).
Courtesy LED strip lighting in certain areas.
Spacious counter for entertaining guests in saloon or cockpit area.
200 L Isotherm combo fridge freezer.
90 L Isotherm deep-freezer.
Brushed stainless steel AEG Eurogas oven and grill.
Mirror-finish 32-litre microwave.
Hot and cold fresh water.
Double bowl sink.
Laminate/vinyl flooring.
Navigation desk.
Stereo entertainment system.
Bar counter.
Ocean Air blinds.
Custom upholstery finishes for all seating areas.
Custom selection of fabrics, textures, trims and coverings.
Upholstered roof panels.
Laminate/vinyl flooring.
4 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Rode | |
|---|---|
| Fenders | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers | |
| Bimini |
1 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
Electric windlass (with remote control)
2 anchors
(55 kg Rocna and 20 kg Danforth)
75.00m of chain
25.00m of rode
dinghy (Inflatable)
0hp outboardWinches:
2 x 60 Self tailing electric winches (Chrome).
4 x 50 Self tailing winches (Chrome).
1 x 30 Self tailing winch (Chrome).
Anchor windlass, electric 2000w with deck switches.
Electronic chain counter (wired remote fixed at helm).
Anchor bridle.
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| Wind | |
| VHF | |
| GPS | |
| Chart plotter | |
| Autopilot | |
| Stereo | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| AIS Receiver | |
| Depth sounder |
Safety Equipment
| Carbon Monoxide detector | |
|---|---|
| Liferaft | |
| Emergency steering |
6 bilge pumps (2 manual / 4 electric)
Broker's Comments
The Knysna Yacht Company was established in the early 2000’s and over the years the yard has continued to remain true to its original goal.
Knysna sailing catamarans are built for self-sufficient, live aboard, open ocean sailors that require a safe, strong vessel that sails really well. One glance at the new 550 confirms that the yard’s wonderful ethos of unrelenting passion, ingenuity and craftsmanship.
The materials, fittings and components are the very best and installed by master craftsmen with the utmost attention to detail.
With bespoke, highly customisable interiors, personal requirements and finishes can be accommodated. Knysna Yacht Company has produced a vessel engineered for stability and design to cocoon her owners in the lap of luxury.
Having been aboard numerous examples of Knysna sailing cats over the years, the words: Top end, bespoke and market leading are absolutely appropriate when describing these exceptional cruising catamarans as they sail out of their home port through the iconic Knysna heads onto distant horizons.
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