The focus of this design is elegant performance. An offshore capable multihull which is easily controlled and operated by one person from the safety and comfort of a central inside helm station, featuring 360-degree views throughout the bridge deck. All lines with the exception of the genoa/spinnaker sheets lead to two electric reversible winches located on either side of the helm. The genoa/ spinnaker sheets are handled by the two electric reversible winches in the cockpit (that can also be controlled remotely at the helm). Couples that have spent time cruising know how beneficial it is to be able to handle the boat easily while on watch without having to wake your partner. This is not possible on most catamaran designs.
A properly designed and constructed catamaran can be very fast, but only if it remains light and easily driven. This design has relatively narrow hulls with dagger boards, along with a simple powerful rig. The high bridge deck clearance minimizes pounding in a seaway and greatly adds to the comfortable motion aboard while sailing. All systems are designed to be easily accessed and maintained, a critical feature on any true cruising sailboat.
The bridge deck offers indoor/outdoor living at its finest, with excellent sight lines when sitting or standing in the salon as well as on the aft deck. While the inside helm is the control center of the boat, the large U-shaped galley is the heart of the boat. It is located on the bridge deck across from the dinette with easy access to the aft deck. The galley features a bar, under counter fridge/freezer drawers, a large workstation sink, a 30” wide stove with oven, along with substantial counter space and storage.
The accommodations in each hull are configured to provide a generous aft cabin with a queen berth that is easy to get into from the foot of the berth, along with ample storage. Moving forward is a modified queen midship berth (which folds up to reveal a work bench when needed). Next is a large forward head compartment with separate shower stall and large hanging locker. On the occasion you have additional guests, the dinette also converts to a spacious double berth.
The market has seen an ever-increasing demand for catamarans, particularly among sailors who have previously owned cruising monohulls. These buyers are looking for a catamaran that is well built, offering speed, comfort, and safety which is easy to handle while remaining a joy to sail. They also want a design that allows them to enjoy indoor/outdoor living (while underway and at anchor) in a way that is not possible on a traditional monohull. However, most catamarans on the market are designed and built for the charter market. This typically focuses on maximizing the number of berths and interior accommodations without concern of the adverse effects it has on sailing performance. The Razor Cat 52 focuses on what experienced sailors are looking for in a performance cruising catamaran.
The development of the Razor Cat is the result of my personal experiences cruising with my wife aboard our performance offshore catamaran, as well as my 15+ years selling new and used yachts. During that time I have been listening to what my clients have been searching for in a cruising catamaran, and the Razor Cat is the culmination of those experiences.
I am excited to be working with such a talented team to bring the Razor Cat to life:
Schionning Designs has been designing performance multihulls for over 25 years. Credited with over 400 boats on the water and cruising the world and zero failures on record, speaks to the success of their designs.
Pacific Seacraft has earned a reputation as a highly skilled builder of ocean going yachts, which they build with pride in Washington, NC USA. Their passion for boat building will be evident from your initial contact, throughout the entire build process, and after you take delivery of your new Razor Cat.
I am confident that the Razor Cat’s combination of innovative design, easily controlled sailing performance, and exceptional build quality, will bring joy to her owners and all aboard.
Elevate your sailing experience with the Razor Cat 52.
Josh Hodgson – Anchor Yachts
Built to the highest yacht standards, utilizing Infused epoxy and e-glass. Carbon fiber and Kevlar employed in high stress areas to ensure optimum strength while minimizing weight. Which includes as standard equipment:
Electric reversible Harken winches at helm station and on aft coaming
Manual line drivers for daggerboard control
Bamar GFM roller furler for jib / Self-tacking carbon jib boom
Code zero Bamar RLG Evos roller furling for genoa
Electric line driver for mainsail traveler, controls fwd and aft
RIG:
Offshore Spars custom carbon mast
Custom carbon v boom with Bamar electric furler
Nitronic rod or Dynema synthetic standing rigging
SAILS:
Carbon/Dynema tri-radial laminate sails
Square top main
Furling Jib
Furling Genoa/Code Zero
Salon:
Central helm station with large sliding hatch overhead
G-Force captain’s helm chair
Sail controls at the fingertips of the helmsman
Jefa transmission steering system with carbon rudders and carbon wheel
Large U-shaped settee to starboard
Table on Pneumatic pedestal converts to large double berth
Galley:
Undermount sink with modular accessories
Corian countertops
Drawer refrigerators/freezers under counter
Samsung electric range with induction cooktop
Accommodations:
Private Queen Berth Stateroom aft in each hull
Modified queen midship berth in each hull which converts to a work bench
Head with separate shower forward in each hull
Vacuflush head systems
Salon:
Central helm station with large sliding hatch overhead
G-Force captain’s helm chair
Sail controls at the fingertips of the helmsman
Jefa transmission steering system with carbon rudders and carbon wheel
Large U-shaped settee to starboard
Table on Pneumatic pedestal converts to large double berth
Galley:
Undermount sink with modular accessories
Corian countertops
Drawer refrigerators/freezers under counter
Samsung electric range with induction cooktop
Accommodations:
Private Queen Berth Stateroom aft in each hull
Modified queen midship berth in each hull which converts to a work bench
Head with separate shower forward in each hull
Vacuflush head systems
Propulsion:
Yanmar 4JH45 diesels
Straight Shaft drive
Flexofold 3-blade folding propellers
Electrical:
24 volt electrical system
LED lighting throughout
Victron Quattro Inverters (2)
Dual 30 amp shorepower inlets (50 amp available)
Firefly Carbon Foam house and starting battery banks 31x12, grp31x2
Northern Lights 7kw diesel AC generator
Electronics:
B&G two 14” Zeus MFD’s at helm station
B&G autopilot control head with jefa drive
B&G multi-function speed/depth/wind
B&G 4G radar on mast mount
ICOM M-506 VHF
HVAC:
Reverse Cycle heat/air conditioning: Dometic VT 16K BTU qty two
OceanVolt hybrid System (In leu Diesels & AC Generator): .........add $65,000
Aluminum Rig option: ………………………………….....…….…subtract $145,000
