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Catamaran · 43 ft (13 m) · Castellammare di Stabia
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Caractéristiques clés
- Chantier
- lagoon
- Modèle
- 38
- Longueur
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Passagers
- 12
- Cabines
- 4
Verdict
The Lagoon 38 is a well-balanced compact cruising catamaran: easy to live aboard, straightforward to sail, and sized to fit a wide range of coastal and island cruising roles. It does not aim for sport-boat pace, but it offers strong volume, sensible systems, and good family/group usability.
Avantages
- +Spacious saloon and cockpit for its length
- +Shallow draft suits coastal cruising and anchorages
- +Simple sail plan with self-tacking jib aids easy handling
- +Twin engines improve docking control and redundancy
Inconvénients
- −Not designed for high-performance sailing
- −Limited tankage for longer autonomous passages
- −Wide beam can make marina berths and docking more expensive
- −Added complexity and load increase with the 4-cabin layout
The Lagoon 38 follows the brand’s familiar cruising-catamaran formula: a wide platform, upright hulls, and a layout focused on space and accessibility rather than racing performance. At 43'1" overall with a 21'10" beam, it offers the proportions that make modern production catamarans feel much larger than their nominal length. The 4-cabin version suits charter or family use, while the design remains compact enough to be handled by an experienced cruising crew.
On the water, the boat is set up for easy sailing rather than aggressive speed. The standard self-tacking jib and moderate sail area simplify tacking and short-handed operation, and the twin 29 hp engines help with low-speed maneuvering. Its shallow draft is a practical advantage in islands, bays, and anchorages, though buyers should not expect the lively feel or pointing ability of a performance-oriented multihull.
Inside, the Lagoon 38’s main strength is livability. The raised saloon, open circulation, and large social areas suit relaxed cruising and entertaining, and the 12-guest rating reflects its charter-friendly layout. The trade-off is that water and fuel capacities are modest for extended off-grid cruising, so it is best viewed as a coastal and regional cruiser with strong comfort credentials rather than a long-range expedition platform. For buyers prioritizing volume, ease of use, and brand support, it represents solid value in the compact catamaran segment.
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