Seawind 850 XL

Seawind 850 XL from 1995 is now offered For Sale exclusively with DBY Boat Sales.

The Seawind 850 XL is praised as a great entry-level cruising catamaran, known for its simple, functional design, compact size, and ability to sail short-handed, featuring a versatile cockpit/saloon area, good accommodation for its size (sleeping 4-7), and solid performance with battened main, furling headsail and powerful 2008 model Honda 20HP outboard. Reviews highlight its excellent space utilization, level sailing, easy handling, and robust build.


Design: A compact catamaran designed by Scott Jutson, precursor to the popular Seawind 1000, balancing performance and comfort.
Sailing: Easily sailed short-handed with furling headsail and stack pack main with lazy jacks; performs well in moderate winds, reaching 6.5-8 knots upwind.

Accommodation & Layout

Galley: Starboard hull features a galley midships with a stove/grill, while the port hull is separate and has berths.
Berths: Sleeps 4-7, with V berths forward, double berths aft, and midship berths that can extend.
Saloon: Features a U-shaped lounge, convertible table, and great connection to the cockpit.
Galley/Saloon Connection: A hallmark is the large, open connection between the saloon and cockpit, creating a large entertaining space. A BBQ is neatly arranged on the aft rail

Specifications:

Designer : Scott Jutson
Builder : Seawind Catamarans

Water (Potable) Capacity (l) : 1000
Hull Construction Material : Fibreglass
Hull Type : Catamaran
Deck Construction Material : Fibreglass
Country Origin : Australia
Length (feet) : 28 feet
Length (m) : 9.5 m
Length Waterline (m) : 7.77 m
Beam/Width (feet) : 18.6 feet
Beam/Width (m) : 5.67 m
Draft (m) : 0.84 m
Draft (feet) : 2.75 feet
Keel/Ballast : Fixed mini keels
Dry Weight (kgs) : 2177 kgs
Displacement : 2177
Colour : White

Engine Notes : 2008 model Honda 20HP outboard, electric tilt/trim/start, serviced December 2025
Number Of Engines : 1 primary plus 1 x genset
Stroke : 4
Engine Hours : No hour meter
Horse Power (hp) : 20
Drive Type : Outboard
Generator : Propellor powered via horizontal prop shaft.
Number of Batteries : 2
Fuel Type : Unleaded
Number of Fuel Tanks : 2 x 20 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 40
Propeller : Fixed 3 blade
Steering System : Tillers with connection arm

Accommodation Notes : 4 beds, sleeps 6/7, separate hull entry and privacy. Large cockpit table has huge horseshoe dining seating and can be used as al fresco double bed under the stars. Approximate headroom: 1.8m
Number of Berths : 6/7
Number of Showers : 1
Number of Toilets : 1
Toilet Type : Electric
Holding Tank (L) : 40

Galley Notes : 2 ring burner gas stovetop, inline galley, plumbed stainless steel sink, ample pantry and storage areas.
Stove : 2 burner gas cooking
Refrigeration : 12v fridge
Number of Sinks : 1

Entertainment and Appliances Notes : GME Sound system with cockpit and cabin speakers.

Anchor / Winch : Electric anchor winch
Bilge Pump : 2 x auto.
Deck Gear : Fenders, docklines, boat hook, BBQ on rail, 2 self tailing winches, numerous opening deck hatches and solar vents.

Mast/Rigging : 2019 standing wire and running rigging on aluminium mast and boom.
Sail Inventory : Battened radial laminate carbon fibre mainsail in boom bag with lazy jacks, furling woven polyester genoa

Electrics : 12v batteries x 2, Solar panels over stainless steel arch x 2
Electronics Navigation : Raymarine package, 2 x bulkhead compass, Plotter

Dinghy : Small fibreglass dinghy with oars and rowlocks

Safety Gear : Lifejackets, lifering, compass, fire extinguisher, EPIRB, clock, barometer, flares, first aid kit
Covers : Boom bag, UV strip on headsail
Ground Tackle : Rocna galvanised anchor and chain

GPS : Raymarine GPS,
Has Navigation Lights : Yes
Radio : VHF and sound system
Number of Life Jackets : 8

Remarks : Inspections welcome.

Vessel Name : LIONS DEN