Cheetah Marine 9.5 Walkaround Cabin

An exceptional opportunity to acquire the Cheetham Cat “Fluid Taxi”, a purpose-built commercial passenger catamaran designed for stability, efficiency, and versatility in demanding coastal and inshore environments.

Commercial Passenger Catamaran – New Build, Twin Honda 250HP, Fully Equipped for Coding

We are pleased to present this commercial catamaran, designed with durability, performance, and passenger comfort in mind. 

This vessel comes comprehensively fitted with high-quality systems, factory-installed options, and powerful twin 250HP Honda outboards, making it ideal for a range of commercial applications including water taxis, crew transfer, sightseeing, or charter services.

Key Vessel Highlights:Hull & Superstructure

• Moulded wheelhouse with dashboard, rear bulkhead, and GRP helm seat pedestal

• Toughened glass windows with sliding side openings

• Marine-grade 316 stainless steel fittings:

  • Bow D-ring

  • 28mm bow rails

  • Wheelhouse roof rails

  • Mooring post

  • 4 x bollards

  • CA/CE-certified boarding ladder

Deck & Access

• Bow anchor windlass with dual controls (dash & foredeck)

• 16kg anchor with 10m x 8mm chain and 100m x 14mm warp

• Bow seating with beach landing access

• Forward heads compartment

• Deck access door

• Fender and wrap protection package

• CA/CE certification included

Cabin & Seating

• 14 x suspension crew seats on dedicated seat boxes

• USB and USB-C charging ports at every seat location

• Diesel heater with windscreen demister

Engines, Steering & Fuel

• Twin 250HP Honda outboards

• Twin-ram hydraulic steering with hydraulic tie bar

• T-fittings and valves installed for autopilot integration

• 2 x 350L underdeck fuel tanks with water separators, gauges, and senders

• Full engine installation, including extension looms, commissioning, sea trial, and fuel

Electrical Systems

• Main electrical system with:

  • 2 batteries + heavy-duty isolators

  • 12V sockets

  • 8-way breaker panel

• Shore power system with RCD, MCBs, 12V battery charger & 3 x 240V sockets

• LED navigation lighting (port, starboard, all-round white)

• Internal LED lighting with aft deck light

• NMEA backbone installed

Simrad Electronics Package

• Simrad NSS12 Evo3 MFD

• Simrad RS20S VHF with aerial

• XSONIC AIRMAR P79 transducer

• Simrad Halo 20 radar & radar reflector

• IP Cam 1 camera

• NAIS-500 Class B AIS with GPS 500 & stainless AIS whip aerial

• Fusion Apollo RA60 stereo with 2 x 4" and 2 x 6.5" speakers

• Radar/anchor light mast included

• Blanking plate for previous MFD cut-out

Stainless Steel Works

• Keel bands (pair)

• Fixed roof mast gantry

• Bow roller (lunch tunnel)

• Bow boarding ladder

• Life raft cradle

• Fender cradle (holds 4 fenders)

• Aft platform with MOB recovery ladder

Compliance & Certification

• CA/CE Certification included

• Passenger coding compliant (MGN 280)

Summary

This commercial-grade catamaran is a premium, turn-key solution for operators seeking a reliable and efficient vessel for licensed passenger service. With a powerful twin Honda engine setup, comprehensive navigation and electrical systems, and full stainless outfitting, she’s ready to go to work with minimal additional investment.