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Discover the exceptional 2021 Aquila 54 Power Catamaran Cruising Yacht, a prestigious vessel recognized with the “Multi-Hull of the Year” award in 2022, now awaiting its new owner in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This yacht is not just a marvel in design but also a testament to engineering excellence, boasting the highest CE Class A rating for open ocean capability. Spanning an impressive length of 54.17 ft, it is powered by a new 2023 port engine with only 52 hours, alongside a 2021 480-hp Volvo Penta D6 inboard engine for the starboard side, showing 495 hours of use. The addition of a second generator in 2023, a Kohler 11KW, underscores the yacht’s readiness for extended cruising. Its innovative bulbous bows, a unique development by Aquila, enhance both comfort and fuel efficiency, setting this yacht apart in its class.
The yacht’s layout is thoughtfully designed to maximize space and comfort. The enclosed flybridge, complete with climate control and multiple social areas, offers unparalleled views and a luxurious setting for entertaining. The foredeck’s dual double sun pad lounges and bow seating invite relaxation under the sun, while the stern’s dual fixed swim platforms, hydraulic tender platform, and a crane for a 14 ft. tender ensure adventure and ease of access to the water are never far away. Inside, the full-beam master suite and large aft L-shaped galley boast full-size appliances, making extended stays aboard both comfortable and convenient. Guest and crew are well accommodated with en-suite cabins and a captain’s quarter. With upgraded audio systems, new electronics including a FLIR system, and enhanced safety features like an 8-person life raft, this yacht is equipped for both near and far-flung voyages. Offered at $2,299,000.00 USD, this Aquila 54 Power Catamaran represents a remarkable blend of luxury, performance, and innovation, ready to deliver unforgettable experiences on the open water.
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Basic Information:
- Price: 2,299,000.00 USD
- Length: 54.17 ft
- Year: 2021
- Make: Aquila
- Model: 54
Technical Specifications:
- Beam: 25.17 ft
- Draft: N/A
- Fuel Capacity: 671|gallon
- Water Capacity: 238|gallon
- Cruising Speed: N/A
- Maximum Speed: N/A
Engine Details:
- Make: Volvo Penta – Model: D6-4801G – Power: 480|horsepower
- Make: Volvo Penta – Model: D6-4801G – Power: 480|horsepower
Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
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What makes the 2021 Aquila 54 Power Catamaran an award-winning yacht?
The 2021 Aquila 54 Power Catamaran stands out as an exceptional yacht, having won the “Multi-Hull of the Year” 2022 award. Its unique bulbous bows developed by Aquila enhance both comfort and fuel efficiency, making it a top choice for enthusiasts. Additionally, its high CE Class A rating signifies its capability to safely navigate open ocean waters, further establishing its superior design and construction quality.
Can you describe the engine and performance features of the Aquila 54 Power Catamaran?
The Aquila 54 is powered by a new 2023 port engine with 52 hours and a 2021 480-hp Volvo Penta D6 inboard starboard engine with 495 hours, ensuring reliable and efficient performance. The yacht has seen recent services in 2023, including engine and transmission maintenance, showcasing its well-maintained state. Enhanced features include a secondary generator added in 2023 and sophisticated navigation systems with new electronics and upgrades.
What are some of the unique amenities and design features of the Aquila 54 Power Catamaran?
This yacht is thoughtfully designed with an eye for comfort and luxury. Notable features include an enclosed flybridge with climate control, dual swim platforms, and a hydraulic tender platform with a unique crane system for easy tender launching. Additionally, the foredeck boasts double sun pad lounges, and the stern area offers ample space for alfresco dining. The main deck features a full-beam master suite and a large L-shaped galley, highlighting the yacht’s spacious and sophisticated interior design.
How does the Aquila 54 ensure safety and comfort for its occupants?
Safety and comfort are paramount in the design of the Aquila 54. It is equipped with an 8-person life raft, new bottom paint, and updated exterior maintenance, including polishing and caulking, to ensure durability and safety in various sea conditions. The yacht’s open ocean rating, CE Class A, marks its capability to handle challenging waters confidently. Furthermore, a new AC chiller and updated safety gear cater to the comfort and wellbeing of all aboard.
What recent upgrades and services enhance the Aquila 54 Power Catamaran’s appeal?
The yacht boasts several recent upgrades and services, highlighting its premium status. These include a FLIR system for improved night vision, forward-looking sonar for safer navigation, and a new dock controller for enhanced maneuverability. Additionally, the onboard entertainment system has been upgraded with Fusion and JL audio components. Its engines and transmissions were serviced in 2023, ensuring the yacht is ready for immediate enjoyment on the water.
Provided Description:
2021 Aquila 54 Power Catamaran Cruising Yacht Winner of “Multi-Hull of the Year” 2022!! The award-winning Aquila 54 power catamaran delivers a world-class cruising experience with the highest CE Class A rating for recreational open ocean capability. BLESSED is durably constructed and features Aquila’s signature Portuguese bridge deck with full walkaround enclosed climate-controlled bridge helm and lounge. This sumptuously appointed catamaran yacht is ideally designed for long range cruising in a variety of sea conditions and for entertaining, with multiple social areas that are loaded with amenities. BLESSED is configured with the optional aft captain’s quarters, but she can easily be handled by an owner/operator. Main deck extends forward for a full-beam master suite, while guests are accommodated in private starboard and port hull en-suite staterooms. Unique bulbous bows developed by Aquila in 2016, provide a seaworthy, comfortable, and fuel-efficient ride, like no other cruising catamaran yacht! New 2023 port engine with 52 hours.
Vessel Walkthrough and DetailsAquila worked with renowned, multi-awarded J&J Design firm for the 54 Aquila’s exceptional performance and seaworthy hull shape with bulbous bow, molded chines and spray rails that provide BLESSED’s top-notch stability and comfort, along with her sleek profile and yacht-like styling. The interior fit and finish is much more luxury yacht-like than typical power catamaran. Notable Features and Upgrades: CE Class A – open ocean rating. Constructed with thicker windows; heavier bulkheads and scantlings to withstand stronger winds, seas. NEW Second Generator (Kohler 11KW) Added (2023) NEW Dock Controller Hard Wired (2023) NEW Built-In Bosch Oven Installed (2023) Watermaker (recently serviced) Hydraulic aft tender platform Upgraded Fusion and JL audio system with 4 bullet speakers on bow TVs in salon, flybridge lounge, and master Full SeaDek added throughout Main Deck and Flybridge All exterior non-skid on the yacht Back-Up cameras NEW bottom paint (2023) Engine and Transmissions Recently Serviced (2023) Props Inspected (2023) New 8-Person Life Raft New bottom job (Dec. 2022) New bow thruster (2023) New AC chiller New multi-step exterior polishing New heat blocking window tinting for flybridge New FLIR thermal camera New caulking – exterior New bow cushions New external custom covers 14 ft. Aquila RIB Sport Console and 40 hp Mercury outboard Enclosed Flybridge / Portuguese Bridge Deck: Portuguese bridge with center access to the bow and wide bulwark-protected decks surrounding the enclosed helm provide safe, easy access to the foredeck and bow for captain and guests. Climate controlled Helm and Sky Lounge are another excellent social area with plenty of seating, and dining table; a wide starboard side slider provides quick exit to Portuguese bridge. Accordion-fold slider opens to the aft terrace that features a huge grill station/wet bar with hot/cold sink and space for deck chairs and lounges. Starboard aft stairs lead down to cockpit and main deck entrance. Stairs are covered by the flybridge sky lounge hardtop aft overhang and flybridge deck aft extension that overhangs the cockpit. Centerline helm console with large MFD screen, full array of electronic and controls Single-piece windshield – 85” x 52” Tinted side and Rear windows (3) Helm chairs Lounge to port of helm console L-Shaped settee Expandable table – side leaves fold down Drop-down 32” TV (2) Opening sunroofs Wet bar station with Corian countertop and covered sink Kenyon electric grill Refrigerator in cabinet below Storage Foredeck / Bow: Steps and walkway from Portuguese bridge to bow provide safe, easy access to the forward deck area for relaxation, sunning, socializing. Bow deck railing features princess chairs in corners. Anchor locker with 1700W windlass, handheld remote control, custom chain lock Two double sun pad lounges with adjustable backrests Two forward facing bench seats at bow Built-In cup holders (6) Opening deck hatches ventilate cabins Stern: Board from either starboard or port swim platforms with ergonomic transom steps that are 12” high x 42” wide for comfortable stern seating. A patented boarding ladder slides out from under a starboard side hatch and tilts down 30” deep with 3 steps. The large hydraulic center platform accommodates a 14 ft. tender and lowers to the same level as the fixed side platforms to create a large full-beam beach area. Another outstanding feature is the crane that extends from the aft bridge deck with a hook that is deployed to secure the tender’s hoist lines for launching into the water—no davit to take up deck space! Stern shower- variable temperature, port aft steps Dual fixed swim platforms – port and starboard sides Center hydraulic tender platform with tender chock Launching/Retrieval Crane – hydraulic operation Retractable swim ladder Cockpit: The cockpit has a built-in transom settee with a rectangular double pedestal table for alfresco dining. Two fixed pedestal stools are at a bar that connects to the galley inside via a large opening window for enjoying cocktails and refreshments. Aft galley window makes it easy to serve meals and beverages outdoors. A few steps on port and starboard sides lead up to wide 17” side decks to the bow. Large built-in aft settee Double pedestal table Sliders open to main deck galley and salon Stairs to flybridge on starboard side are sheltered by bridge deck and hardtop overhangs Hatch on port side lifts for steps down to Captain’s quarters or 4th cabin and day head Main Deck: BLESSED features the 4-cabin layout with the aft galley up and full beam master suite forward. The large aft L-Shaped galley with island and full-size refrigerator/freezer is fully equipped with appliances and storage for entertaining and meals for longer cruises. The aft window folds outward and up, and a countertop extension folds outward for bar service to the cockpit. Aft sliders open up to blend cockpit with salon and galley to maximize entertainment space. Salon table leaves fold out to provide dining for 8 with seating on the U-shaped settee. An upholstered bench style settee is directly opposite on starboard. Galley: Stainless-steel sink with Corian worktop cover, and slide-out trash bin underneath Island counter with wine chiller and wine rack storage 4-Burner cooktop NEWLY Installed Oven (2023) Microwave convection oven Storage cabinetry and drawers Double-door refrigerator/freezer Pantry cabinet Main breaker panel and C-Zone yacht management system display for controlling all of the vessel’s electrical system plus tank management are located forward of the refrigerator Low maintenance faux natural wood flooring Salon: U-Shaped settee seats 8 around table Table on pedestal – leaves unfold to expand to nearly double size for dining Straight settee seats 2-3 Shelving behind settees Shatterproof windows, with blinds for port and starboard sides LED lighting – ceiling, courtesy, mood accent lighting, and wall mounted lighting Fusion/JL stereo and speaker system with Bluetooth and DVD player (4) Ceiling mounted 7.7” speakers DirecTV system Large 50” flat screen TV mounted on forward bulkhead above U-shaped settee Vertical handrail Low maintenance faux natural wood flooring Forward Master Suite: Similar to the full-beam forward main deck owner’s suite on a Raised Pilothouse Motor Yacht. King berth Windows – forward, starboard, and port sides with screened opening ports for bright natural light and ventilation Drop-down TV LED lighting – overhead ceiling, floor courtesy lighting, reading lights Starboard side steps to en-suite head with double sink Private head compartment with electric flush toilet Large stall shower with spray wand Port side steps to vanity, dressing area and closets Maintenance-free faux natural wood flooring Guest and Crew Accommodations: Two guest cabins with en-suite heads and private companionway from main deck. Starboard hull VIP with queen berth and settee under hull window; port hull guest cabin with double berth. Plenty of closet and drawer storage. En-Suite heads with walk-in showers. Hull side windows with opening, screened ports. Captain’s quarters are accessed from overhead lifting hatch on portside of cockpit. Features over/under bunks, closet and drawer storage, hull window with screened opening port, private wet head (can also be used as day head). All are nicely appointed and comfortable. Engines and Mechanical Equipment: (1) – Stbd Engine:2021 480-hp Volvo Penta D6 inboard engines with V-drive transmission and sound reducing in-line mufflers – 495 Hours (1) -Port Engine: 2023 with 52 Hours Sacrificial keel forward of drive train 17kW Kohler generator NEW Second 11kW Generator Installed (2023) Fireboy Automatic fire suppression system Automatic bilge pump in each engine room Racor fuel filters, water separators Aluminum fuel tanks with safety shut off and level monitors SidePower Port and Starboard Bow Thrusters Combined 77,000 BTU air conditioning system Electronics: Raymarine HybridTouch MFD (Multi-Function Display) Raymarine chart plotter Raymarine autopilot Volvo Penta Engine Controls CZone Monitor Newly Installed Forward Looking Sonar (2024) NEW FLIR System (2023) Raymarine VHF Radio SeaStar hydraulic steering Fusion MS-NRX300 System SidePower Thruster Control Electrical: CZone digital switching system – controls all of the vessel’s electrical system plus tank management with flybridge helm and main deck displays; can also be remotely monitored from a tablet anywhere in vessel. Master Control Panel for 12v and Shore Power service Remote Battery Master Switches at panel House Batteries (5 x 200 amp/hour) AGM technology in dedicated battery locker Dedicated Engine Batteries (2 x 200 amp/hour) AGM technology Shore Side Electrical System AC power supplied by 2 x 50amp 125/250v Shore Power Cables Galvanic Isolator Protector System Exclusions Owner’s Personal Property
Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by United Yacht Sales – Gulf Coast / Panhandle / Alabama Area.