Simpson 17m Power Cat

17m Charter Catamaran for Sale
A very spacious 17-metre catamaran with an impressive 8.5m beam, extensive accommodation and large shaded and open entertaining areas. Easy to operate and suited to charter operations, group cruising or private recreational use.
AMSA Certificate of Operation for 12 passengers plus 2 crew in Queensland only.

Vessel Specifications

Hull - Composite
Length 17m
Beam 8.5m
Draf t 1.5m
Engines Twin 50 hp Nanni diesels with shafts and props
Starboard engine :
Port Engine :
Transmissions : One new
Fuel capacity 2 x 250L diesel tanks

Fresh water 400L
Steering Hydraulic; HMU pump fitted in 2020
Autopilot Raymarine
Chartplotter installed in 2020
Capacity 12 passengers plus 2 crew
Certification : AMSA Certificate of Operation
Operating area Queensland only

Accommodation and Facilities
o Four double beds and four single beds
o Two bathrooms, two toilets and two showers
o Hot-water system
o Equipped galley - Set up for commercial use but not approved yet.
o Separate lounge and television area
o Six-pump automatic bilge system
o Solar power system with electrical upgrades, batteries and inverters

Tender and Ground Tackle
o Tender purchased new in 2019
o 2019 Mercury 15 hp tender outboard
o Remote-operated anchor system installed in 2021
o New 30 lb pick and stainless-steel chain

Safety Equipment
o 18 life jackets
o EPIRB upgraded with an anti-float system in 2021
Marine open-water-certified medical kits
o Flares
o AMSA inspection history available

Maintenance and Upgrades
The vessel underwent an extensive refit in 2019, including fibreglass work, engine and gearbox work, rigging, paint, refrigeration, carpet, toilets and engine-room bearer refurbishment.
Further work includes:
o Full solar installation and electrical refit, valued at approximately $25,000
o Total 2019 refit expenditure stated at approximately $130,000
o Antifouling, slipping and out-of-water maintenance completed in 2021
o Further maintenance and checks completed in 2021, stated at approximately $20,000
o New navigation and chart plotter equipment
o New paint and antifouling in 2019
o Starboard engine fully rebuilt in 2021
o New solar system wiring, batteries and inverters
o New starboard prop shaft
o New PSS shaft seals fitted to both sides
The original rigging has been removed. A new furling headsail and associated wires are available.
A new gearbox and flex plate are available separately for $3,700.
Boat only: No charter business, bookings, branding or other business assets are included in the sale. The seller may consider hiring the vessel back for commercial use, subject to a separate agreement with the new owner.
Location: Yeppoon Qld
Contact: Nev Brooks Commercial Boat Sales
Inspections are by appointment. Full specifications, maintenance records and available certification documents can be provided to genuine buyers.