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fountaine pajot lucia 40-Test
Catamaran · 38 ft (12 m) · Furnari
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- fountaine pajot
- Modell
- lucia 40
- Länge
- 38 ft (12 m)
- Gäste
- 8
- Kabinen
- 4
Urteil
A practical and well-balanced cruising catamaran with strong livability for its size, easy shallow-water access, and broad charter appeal. It is not especially sporty, but it delivers secure, predictable sailing and solid value as a 4-cabin family or charter platform.
Vorteile
- +Spacious 4-cabin layout suits up to 8 guests
- +Shallow draft is useful for coastal cruising and anchorages
- +Light displacement for a cruising catamaran in this class
- +Good interior and outdoor livability for the length
- +Twin-engine setup aids docking and maneuvering
Nachteile
- −Performance is more cruising-oriented than fast-sailing
- −Standard 20 hp engines are modest for some conditions
- −Wide beam can make close-quarters handling feel less nimble
- −Charter-focused layouts can reduce owner privacy
The Lucia 40 is a 38-foot cruising catamaran designed for usable volume, simple systems and easy ownership rather than pure performance. Its wide beam, moderate draft and light construction give it the familiar Fountaine Pajot balance of space and efficiency, with a layout that was clearly aimed at both private cruising and charter use.
On the water, it is best described as predictable and efficient rather than aggressive. The sail plan and low draft support relaxed passage-making, while twin small diesels make harbor handling and docking easier. It should feel stable and confidence-inspiring, but buyers expecting high-speed sailing or very light helm loads in stronger wind may find it conservative.
Comfort is one of its strongest points. The 4-cabin, 8-guest configuration gives good sleeping capacity for family cruising or charter turnover, and the catamaran platform provides the beam needed for generous saloon and cockpit space. In terms of value, it remains attractive as a well-known production catamaran: practical, spacious and easy to place in the used market, though less engaging for owners who prioritize sailing performance over accommodation.
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