MIKE WALLER YACHT DESIGN WALLER PC1300 POWER CATAMARAN |
||||||||||||
The Waller PC1300 Power Catamaran is intended as a comfortable and seaworthy ocean going power catamaran, suitable for living aboard for extended periods of time, or simply short term mucking about in boats with a few guests. The design style is that of a multi chine aluminium displacement catamaran. The multi chine structure allows easier construction, whilst the displacement hull form allows reasonable speeds with smaller engines and acceptable fuel costs. ENGINES The PC1300 is powered by maximum twin 230 hp marine diesels which will allow maximum speeds of around 23 - 25 knots, with comfortable cruising at 10 - 15 knots (dependent on conditions). For more economic and ecologically sound cruising smaller engines can be used with reduced performance. (100 bhp = approx 15 knots max, 10 knots cruising) CONSTRUCTION The PC1300 is constructed from aluminium alloy throughout. Bulkheads and frames are pre-cut using supplied DXF files for plasma or water jet N.C. cutting, whilst the remainder is straight forward stringers and plate fabrication. No great metal shaping skills are required by the builder, as the vessel is multi chine to allow the use of all flat panel construction, however construction is limited to amateur builders who have suitable skill in aluminium alloy welding, or have suitably skilled assistance. (a one week course in Mig / Tig welding at Taafe is generally not sufficient for a vessel of this size.) ACCOMMODATION The accommodation is laid out for comfortable living for two couples. The main cabin area features a huge dinette / lounge area plus galley, with a separate toilet / shower opening to the aft deck. Forward and up two steps is the raised bridge deck, with a separate pilot berth. From the bridge deck, companion steps lead down to large and spacious forward double cabins, one or both of which can contain queen size beds if desired. Above the main saloon and aft of the bridge deck is a sun deck. Down aft to Port is the main bathroom area, with separate shower. To
Starboard is a bunk cabin which can sleep up to three, or can be simply
a double cabin, or an office or workroom. The vessel has a spacious aft
deck for entertaining, and walk around side decks.
|
||||||||||||
| Back
to Plans Index
Site Map |
Mike Waller Yacht Design is a business specialising in boat plans for amateur boat builders. We custom design, and provide stock plans for both monohulls and multihulls, mainly catamarans. Other designs are sailing skiffs and sharpies, as well as power catamarans. Our designs mainly feature timber construction, in plywood or cedar strip plank composite construction, using the W.E.S.T. system (wood epoxy saturation technique). Our designs are intended mainly as cruising boats, although several have done well in racing.
Standard
plans
ePlans
eBooks
Pics
