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moorings 403 pc review
Sailing yacht · 39 ft (12 m) · Pireas
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Key specs
- Builder
- moorings
- Model
- 403 pc
- Length
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
Verdict
A compact power catamaran with sensible volume, easy shoal-water access, and a practical 3-cabin layout for six guests. It favors comfort, stability, and charter-friendly usability over outright speed or sporty handling.
Pros
- +Twin 320 hp diesels provide strong, reliable cruising power
- +Wide 21'8" beam gives good interior volume and deck stability
- +3 cabins and 2 heads suit small groups or charter use well
- +Shallow 3'7" draft is useful for coastal cruising and anchorages
Cons
- −Not a high-speed yacht; performance is focused on efficient cruising
- −Fuel and systems complexity are higher than on a single-engine monohull
- −Interior finish and liveability are more charter-practical than luxurious
- −Beam can make marina berthing and close-quarters maneuvering less convenient
The Moorings 403 PC is a 40-foot power catamaran built around space efficiency and steady cruising rather than sport-boat styling. Its broad 21'8" beam and twin-hull layout create a stable platform, while the shallow draft improves access to anchorages and thinner-water cruising grounds. The model’s design is clearly aimed at charter-friendly practicality, with a straightforward 3-cabin, 2-head arrangement for up to six guests.
On the water, the 403 PC should feel composed and predictable, with the security and level attitude typical of a catamaran. Twin 320 hp Yanmar engines give it enough power for comfortable passage-making and coastal hops, but it is not meant to be a performance yacht. The wide stance helps stability at rest and underway, though the beam can make tight docking more demanding than on a monohull.
Accommodation is a major strength. The 3-cabin layout offers useful privacy for couples or families, and the catamaran format generally provides better separation between sleeping and living areas than similarly sized monohulls. Standard charter-oriented features such as air conditioning and solar support the cruising experience, though the overall appeal is more functional than premium.
In value terms, the 403 PC makes sense for buyers or charter guests who prioritize usable space, shallow draft, and easy onboard living over top-end speed or luxury detailing. It is a practical, well-balanced yacht for relaxed cruising, with the main trade-off being that its size, twin engines, and wide beam add complexity and cost relative to simpler alternatives.
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