Innovation 65 Power Catamaran

Boasting a cleverly-designed symmetrical planing hull and an inspired hydrofoil system, the innovation 65 is one clever cat. David Lockwood tests it out

DESIGN LINESBIG BACKYARDBELOW DECKSWEATHER'S NO HURDLEHIGHS

Exceptional seaworthiness and efficiency
World-class engineering and finishes
Attention to human factors leads to comfort
Clever layout with aft galley
Abundant outdoor living areas and a huge bridge
Wonderful cabins and ensuites
Fully equipped for long-range cruising

LOWS

Big-ticket boat but small production run and unknown resale value
Engine room doors weren't lockable
A tad wet when running, though in 50kt winds
Clears and zips leaked water on the bridge
Needs more grabrails in flybridge and companionway
Cockpit ladder should be moulded staircase
Small saloon due to internal raised helm and lounge area
Only iron keel available. No lead option.

INNOVATION 65 POWER CATAMARAN

PRICE AS TESTED: Approx $3.2 million w/ Caterpillar electronic C18 diesel motors and options

OPTIONS FITTED

Forward foils, Opacmare hydraulic lift boarding platform, lower helm, flybridge hardtop and clears,
teak decks, desalinator, Bose Lifestyle entertainment system, television, top-loading freezer and more

PRICED FROM: $2.86 million base boat with Caterpillar C18 engines, excluding delivery

GENERAL

Material: GRP fibreglass with cored decks, superstructure and hull sides

Type: Symmetrical catamaran planing hull with prop tunnels

Length Overall: 20.75m

Hull length: 20.31m

Beam: 6.0m

Draft: 1.65m (max)

Deadrise: n/a

Weight: Approx 38,000kg loaded

CAPACITIES

Fuel: 7600lt

Water: 1000lt

Berths: Six + two

ENGINE

Make/Model: Caterpillar C18s

Type: Six-cylinder diesel electronic engine w/ twin turbocharging and aftercooling

Rated hp: 1014hp @ 2300rpm

Displacement: 18.1lt

Weight: approx 1718kg

Gearboxes (Make/ratio): Twin Disc 2:1

Props: Nibral five-blade bronze

SUPPLIED BY: Steve Dittmar, Australian Independent Yachtbrokers,
Agents for Innovation Power Catamarans, tel (07) 5577 2800, or visit www.asiaworld.com.au

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