La Meridienne VPLP 48'

1990 LA MÉRIDIENNE VPLP 48',

48' cruising catamaran: Ready for the big departure

This 48' catamaran, designed by the famous architects Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost, is ready for ocean sailing. Built from epoxy wood, it combines sailing performance with comfort. Modernized since 2018, it features Nanni Diesel engines, a complete set of sails, 300W solar panels, DUOGEN, and an Aquabase desalinator. Spacious interior with 2 double cabins, equipped kitchen, modern electronics. Ideal for long-distance cruising, with complete safety equipment.

Technical specifications:

Length: 14.60 m
Width: 8.40 m
Draft: 1.40 / 2.00 m (with keels)
Displacement: 12,000 kg
Construction: Molded epoxy wood (sapele)
Engines: 2 x Nanni Diesel 21 HP (420 hours)
Fuel capacity: 300 L
Water capacity: 600 L
Cabins: 2 large double cabins + 1 additional cabin
Performance and sails:

This catamaran particularly shines under sail, with a complete set of sails that maximizes its performance:

HSD proradial square-top mainsail (2019) of 78m²
Genoa of 39m²
Jib of 17m² on furler
Asymmetrical spinnaker
Rigging checked every 2 years (last check in 2024), with the forestay replaced in 2019.
Winches: 7 x Barbarossa (self-tailing)
Equipment for autonomy:

This catamaran is designed to sail autonomously for long periods, without relying on land infrastructure. Its modern equipment ensures great energy independence:

300W solar panels
DUOGEN (wind turbine and hydro-generator)
Aquabase desalinator 35L/h
Generator 1.8 kVA (optional)
Electronics and navigation:

To ensure safe and efficient sailing, the boat is equipped with complete and modern electronics:

Two autopilots for redundancy and easier navigation
Large screen integrated into the chart table, navigation center on laptop
Electronic equipment:

Log-speedo: Autohelm ST 50 (2004, sensor replaced in 2018)
Anemometer-wind vane: Autohelm ST 50 (2004, aerial replaced in 2023)
Depth sounder: Autohelm ST 50 (2004)
Radar: Furuno M1720 (2004)
GPS: Vesper 600 (2021)
VHF: 2 x Navicom RT650
AIS (Receiver/Transmitter): Vesper 600 (2021)
Electronic barometer: Vion (2019)
Navtex: NX300
Cockpit GPS: Garmin Map 276C
Comfort on board:

This catamaran also stands out for its spacious and comfortable interior arrangements, perfect for extended cruises:

Two large cabins with elevated beds and plenty of storage
Large equipped kitchen (130L refrigerator, washing machine, cooking plates)
Mattresses and insulation renewed in 2018 for optimal thermal comfort
Bathroom with real shower and hot water
Heating on 220V
Washing machine
Spacious deck salon, perfect for enjoying the view and relaxing while sailing or at anchor
Engines:

The Nanni Diesel engines of 21 HP are perfectly suited for cruising use. They have been regularly maintained and show only 420 hours of use. Their efficiency and reliability ensure optimal performance, even during long passages.

Exterior and specific features:

Outside, this 48' cruising catamaran offers exceptional living space:

Large cockpit for social moments
Trampoline at the front, ideal for relaxing or enjoying the sun
Bimini
Helm station on port side
Safety and maintenance:

Safety with up-to-date offshore equipment:

Life raft (2021), EPIRB beacon, IOR pole, etc.
Last maintenance: October - December 2024. Inspection and complete maintenance of the hull and underwater parts, maintenance and revision of the engines (heat exchanger, saildrive seal).

Complete inventory, invoices since 2018, ... available on request.

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