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Catamaran Dufour 48 14m review
Catamaran · 46 ft (14 m) · Athens
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Key specs
- Builder
- Dufour Yachts (FRA)
- Model
- Dufour 48
- Length
- 46 ft (14 m)
- Guests
- 11
- Cabins
- 5
Verdict
The Dufour 48 is a modern 48-foot cruising catamaran that emphasizes space, charter-friendly layout, and easy handling over outright speed. With 5 cabins, 5 bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, and 11 berths, it suits group cruising and charter use well, though its 60 HP twin setup is best seen as practical rather than
Pros
- +5-cabin layout is well suited to charter groups
- +5 bathrooms improve privacy and turnover comfort
- +Air conditioning and Wi‑Fi add real liveaboard comfort
- +Twin 60 HP engines should support straightforward docking and motoring
- +48 ft LOA gives a strong balance of space and manageability
Cons
- −Not designed as a performance-focused catamaran
- −No crew is listed, so service-dependent charters need planning
- −Large multihull footprint can be less convenient in tight marinas
- −Fuel capacity is moderate for a boat of this size
The Dufour 48 is a 2024 cruising catamaran built for volume, comfort, and charter practicality rather than racing efficiency. The confirmed 48-foot length, five cabins, and five bathrooms place it firmly in the large family/group segment, and the layout should appeal to operators and owners who prioritize berth count and usable living space.
On the water, the twin 60 HP engines and autopilot/GPS setup point to a boat tuned for predictable passage-making and easy short-handed operation. That said, buyers should not expect the agility or top-end sailing performance of a lighter, more performance-oriented multihull. As with most cats in this class, handling is likely to be straightforward for experienced crews, but marina maneuvering and berth selection will require attention to beam.
Comfort is a clear strength. Air conditioning and Wi‑Fi make the boat more attractive for charter guests and extended cruising, while the five-cabin/five-head arrangement supports privacy and higher occupancy. Overall, the Dufour 48 offers solid value for buyers who want a modern, spacious catamaran with strong charter utility, though its appeal is strongest on livability rather than performance.
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