Catana 431
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XPresented For Sale By:
The Yacht Sales Co.
Australia
| Make | Catana |
|---|---|
| Model | 431 |
| Year | 2000 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | NZ$365,000 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Catamaran |
| Length | 13 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Composite |
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Tax Status | Tax Paid |
| LOA | 13 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 7.1 m |
| Min. Draft | 2.2 m |
| Displacement | 7600 kg |
| Engine Make | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | MD2040 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2000 |
| Power | 40 hp |
| Drive Type | Sail Drive |
| Engine Location | Starboard |
| Engine usage (hours) | 8000 |
| Engine Make | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | MD2040 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2000 |
| Power | 40 hp |
| Drive Type | Sail Drive |
| Engine Location | Port |
| Engine usage (hours) | 2445 |
| Designer | Christophe Barreau |
|---|---|
| Builder | Catana Yachts |
| Guest Cabins | 3 |
| Guest Heads | 2 |
| Fuel Tanks | 700 litres |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 520 litres |
| Holding Tanks | 2 x 20 litres |
| Hull Shape | Catamaran |
| Liferaft Capacity | 8 |
Description
2000 Catana 431 | Pacific Bliss
Step aboard Pacific Bliss, a well-known and capable 2000 Catana 431, purpose-built for serious bluewater cruising. Renowned for their performance, safety, and offshore pedigree, the Catana 431 remains one of the most respected cruising catamarans of her era.
Designed with a Lock Crowther–influenced hull form, Pacific Bliss features:
- Asymmetrical hulls for improved efficiency and stability
- Tulip-shaped bow stems to soften motion and reduce wave impact
- Daggerboards for reduced leeway and added control in heavy beam seas
- Dual aft helm stations offering excellent visibility and responsive handling
- Efficient sail management systems, suitable for short-handed or single-handed sailing
A Proven Offshore Cruiser
This owner’s version has cruised extensively throughout the Pacific Islands, delivering the spirited performance Catana yachts are known for. The lightweight AluCarb mast enhances sailing efficiency, while the interior offers generous accommodation with three cabins, including a king berth, two doubles, and a single—ideal for extended cruising or liveaboard life.
Maintenance & Key Highlights
- Engines rebuilt in 2018
- New hull wrap completed March 2024
- Hydraulic steering linkage for smooth, precise control under sail or power
- Tax paid and New Zealand registered
A significant price reduction reflects the work required to prepare the vessel for her next offshore adventure, presenting an excellent opportunity for an experienced buyer seeking a capable bluewater catamaran with strong fundamentals. A full survey report is available from 26/01/2026. Currently located in Auckland, New Zealand, contact us today for further details or to arrange a viewing.
Inventory
Vessel Information
Vessel Name – Pacific Bliss
Make – Catana
Model – 431
Year – 2000
Length – 13.00m / 42.65ft
Beam – 7.10m / 23.29ft
Draft – 2.20m / 7.21ft
Air Height – 20.00m / 65.62ft
Displacement – 7,600 Kg
Fuel Capacity – 700 L
Water Capacity – 520 L
Hull Material – Composite–Vinylester resin over PVC foam core
Deck Material – Sandwich composite, PVC foam core, fibreglass laminate
Keel Type – Fin & dagger boards
Designer – Christophe Barreau
Builder – Catana Yachts
HIN – 22
Place of Registration – Auckland, New Zealand
Registration Number – NZ2210
Registration Expiry – 19th May 2026
Number of Helms & Position – 2
Tax Status & Paid Where – Imported into New Zealand, registered in New Zealand, Tax paid
Lying – Auckland, New Zealand
Last Antifouling – 20th March 2024
General Notes – Alu-Carbon mast, hull form influenced by Lock Crowther design philosophy, approx. 20.00m air draft
Engines
Number of Engines – 2
Engine Make – Volvo
Engine Model – MD2040
Horsepower – 2 x 40 Hp
Engine Year/s – 2000 - both rebuilt 2018
1st Engine Hours – Starboard ~ 8,000 Hrs
2nd Engine Hours – Port ~ 2,445 Hrs
Last Service – March 2024 - Motor marine BaysWater
Fuel Consumption – ~ 2.5–3.5 L / Hr @cruising speed
Fuel Type – Diesel
Maximum Speed – 8 - 9 Knots
Cruise Speed – 6 - 8 Knots
Propellers – Volvo 18 x 12 Folding - new 2018
Drive Type – SailDrive Volvo 120S
Steering System – Wheel with Hydraulic Linkage provides precise control of the rudder allowing for smooth and responsive handling while under motor or sailing
Accommodation
Cabins – 3
Single Berths – 1
Double Berths – 2
King Berths – 1 (6.6' x 5.5.2')
Head Height – ~ 2.00m / 6.56ft
Notes – High resilient Bultex foam mattresses, sleeps 6 in total
Bathrooms
Showers – 2
Heads – 2
Heads Type – Manual Jabsco
Holding Tanks – Macerator
Hot Water Capacity – ~ 40 L - 20 L each hull
Galley
Galley Location – Up Sallon
Refrigeration – Top load, 200 L frigoboat with keel cooler
Freezer – Front load, 100 L frigoboat with keel cooler
Stove – Force 10, 3 burners
Oven – Force 10 - new March 2024
Sink – Stainless steel
Gas Alarm – Yes
Electronics
Depth Sounder – Raymarine Axion & Raymarine Depth Inside
Log – Raymarine Axion
Autopilot – Raymarine ST7001
Wind Instruments – Raymarine Tridata
Radar – Furuno RL72 radar, 24 mile
Chartplotter – Raymarine Axion - new 2022, 7" at helm
AIS Auto ID System – Receiver and Transmiter, anchor alarm Vesper
GPS – Standard Horizon
VHF – Icom IC-M302
Stereo – Fusion Ipod Audio System with 6 speakers
SSB Radio – Icom M710
Sat Phone – Iridium
Notes – Vesper XB-6000 AIS transponder new 2022 - has a watchmate for anchoring
Batteries
Battery House – 4 x 160 Amp/Hr Deep Cycle
Battery Engine – 100 Amp/Hr / Hull
Electrical Equipment
Watermaker – 45 L/Hr Spectra 380c
Generator – Honda EU
Solar Panels – 2 x 305w panels + flexible
Inverter – Mastervolt
Alternator – 3 x 60 Amp + Spare
Shore Power – 220v and 110v
Sail Inventory
Mast Material – ALU-Carbon good condition 20.00m
Standing Rig Material – Stainless 14mm
Standing Rig Age – 2021
Age of Sails – Stormfighter new 2015 - France
Main Sails – Hydranett by Dave Calvert Whangarei - 2014
Headsails – Dacron - 2014
Screecher / Gennaker – Gennaker new 2021 Assymetric
Furlers – Profurl serviced 2012
Winches – 8 Harken- 1 electric winch for Mainsail operator
Safety Equipment
Bilge Manual – 2 Cockpit Operated
Bilge Electric – 4
Life Raft – Plastimo 8pp inspection expired May 2024
Life Ring – 2 Horse shoe
EPIRB – 1 GME MT600-5503J exp September 2025
Flares – Offshore kit
Fire Extinguisher – 4 x 1 Kg Firewatch
Ground Tackle
Anchor – Mason Supreme 30 Kg
Chain / Rope – 80m Chain - new, 10m rope
Spare Anchor – 80m Webbed anchorline with anchor
Chain / Rope – 80m Chain new February 2025
Windlass – Quick 1400w
Notes – Bridle and another anchor hook
Deck Gear & Accessories
Tender – Maxon 3.10m / 10.17ft inflatable
Tender Outboard – 15 Hp Yamaha 2 stroke outboard
Davits / Platform – Davits
Deck Wash – Saltwater with new pump 2023
Deck Shower – Fresh water hot and cold
Bimini – Yes
Enclosures – Yes
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
The Yacht Sales Co.
Australia
Presented For Sale By:
The Yacht Sales Co.
Australia
