2018 Knysna 500 SE “BAHATI”

Preveza, GR

BAHATI | Knysna 500 SE 50ft

US $695,000

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Preveza, GR

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UPDATE! Vessel is in Preveza in Greece having recently been hauled to comply with the Yanmar directive that the saildrive Bellows be changed at the required interval. Rudder bearings have been shimmed, watermaker refurbished, bottom paint refreshed  and general systems serviced under the watchful eye of the Build Captain who actually delivered her to the Caribbean and beyond for the owner who originally commissioned build
The owner is now selling her to make way for his new Powercat so BAHATI is available for some extremely lucky new owner.


WILL IT BE YOU?


She is Marshall Islands registered and the opportunity exists for the company to be purchased whose Sole Asset is the vessel.
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We are proud to present BAHATI, a meticulously maintained one-owner Knysna 500SE, now available for sale. This stunning blue-water, owner’s version catamaran has been extensively dialed-in over an Atlantic crossing and miles of cruising and is ready for its next adventure. The owner is changing to a powerboat and thus BAHATI is looking for a new owner.

Overview: The Knysna 500SE is a luxury blue-water catamaran with the highly sought-after 3-cabin Owner’s Version layout. Known for its sleek design, comfort, and robust build, the Knysna 500SE has earned an enviable reputation as one of the most capable blue-water cruising yachts on the market. Built by the prestigious Knysna Yacht Company in South Africa, this model combines exceptional craftsmanship with a design focused on long-distance, shorthanded cruising.

Key Features:

  • Owner’s Version Layout: The port hull is entirely dedicated to the owner’s private use, providing ultimate privacy and comfort.
  • Luxury and Comfort: Spacious, bright cabins with double beds, air conditioning, and fans, ensuring comfort for long voyages.
  • Open-Plan Saloon: Features a multimedia system with flat-screen TV, surround sound, and panoramic 360-degree views. The sliding door opens to seamlessly merge the saloon and cockpit, creating a large indoor/outdoor living space perfect for relaxing, dining, and entertaining.
  • Covered Cockpit: With an oval teak dining table that seats up to 8 people, ideal for social gatherings while underway or at anchor.
  • Swim Platform & Access: Wide transom steps and a dive platform provide easy access for swimming and boarding the tender.
  • Performance & Ease of Handling: The 500SE is designed for short-handed operation and offers excellent upwind performance, sailing at speeds in the low teens. Her sleek hulls and robust build make her fast, light, and well-suited for ocean cruising.
  • Ideal for Blue-Water Cruising: Whether you're planning extended ocean passages or island-hopping, this yacht is engineered to handle a wide range of conditions with confidence and ease.

The Knysna Difference:

  • Handcrafted Quality: The Knysna 500SE is built by a renowned boutique yacht builder in South Africa, known for their commitment to quality over quantity. Very few yachts are produced annually, each customized to the buyer’s specifications.
  • Award-Winning Design: Nominated for Multihull of the Year in 2019 and 2020, the Knysna 500SE is an international benchmark in catamaran standards.
  • Upgraded Features: The Special Edition (SE) features an extended coach roof and dive platform, providing additional space and functionality.
  • Robust, Blue-Water Ready: The Knysna 500SE is built to withstand the demands of ocean cruising, offering both safety and luxury for extended periods at sea.

A True World Cruiser:

The Knysna 500SE is the perfect vessel for the discerning sailor looking for a well-balanced, comfortable, and fast catamaran that is ready to take on the world’s oceans. Its elegant design, thoughtful layout, and exceptional craftsmanship make it stand out among the competition. This is not a charter boat, but a true blue-water cruiser that can take you on a voyage of a lifetime, with all the comforts of home.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own a luxurious, well-equipped catamaran that rivals a new Knysna 500. BAHATI is ready for her next owners and is presented at a price that offers outstanding value for such a capable yacht.

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BAHATI is waiting for you in Preveza .

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Specifications

  • Length: 50ft
  • Builder: KNYSNA YACHT COMPANY
  • Beam: 27' 0"
  • Year: 2018
  • Hull: Fiberglass
  • Status: Active

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SPECS

  • Builder: KNYSNA YACHT COMPANY
  • Designer: ANGELO LAVRANOS
  • Keel: Twin Keel

MEASUREMENTS

  • Length Overall: 50 ft
  • Cabin Head room measure: 6' 5"
  • Beam Measure: 27' 0"

ENGINE(S)

  • Total Power: 114
  • Engine Brand: YANMAR
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Engine Model: 4JH57
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Engine Hours: 1050
  • Engine Power: 57 hp

  • Total Power: 114
  • Engine Brand: YANMAR
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Engine Model: 4JH57
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Engine Hours: 1050
  • Engine Power: 57 hp

Accommodations

  • Number of cabins: 3
  • Number of heads: 3

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Yanmar 4JH57

 

Total Power

114hp

 

Engine Hours

1500

 

Class

Sail Catamaran

 

Length

50ft

 

Year

2018

 

Model

500SE

 

Capacity

–

 

Description

If you are looking for a Sleek, Comfortable boat that’s a Quality build, Covers miles quickly and is a Great Value for your money, LOOK no further than this Stunning KNYSNA 500SE.   This highly desirable Owner’s Version is a Terrific Choice!
Highlights:

  • Permateak Decking
  • Carbon Davit Crane
  • Rocna 40kg Upgraded Anchor
  • Chain Counter
  • Leisure In Boom Furling
  • Profurl Genoa Furler
  • Screecher
  • Yanmar 57hp Engines with SD60 Sail Drives
  • Fuel Polishing System 
  • Flexofold 3 Blade Bronze Props with Rope Cutters
  • Fisher Panda Generator
  • Garmin Navigational Instruments, Chartplotter, Auto Pilot, etc
  • Schenker Water Maker 100g/hr 
  • Samsung Top Loader Washer
  • Dishwasher
  • Bosch 4 Burner SS Gas Stove
  • Galley in Sink Water Filtration System
  • Electric Toilets with Macerator Pumps
  • E-Glass & Vinyl-Ester Laminate with Closed Cell PVC Foam Core (GRP) construction.

 

 

 

Sail Plan & Equipment


The KNYSNA 500SE has a well thought out Sail Plan.

  • Quantum & North Sails
  • Mainsail 800 sq ft – Cross Cut, Laminated Fabric, Fully Battened with Lazy Jack.
  • Genoa 538 sq ft – Radical Cut, Laminated Fabric, with UV strip & sea foam flattener.
  • Profurl manual for the Spinnaker
  • Harken jib fairlead tracks with plunger type cars
  • Harken 46 two speed self tailing halyard winches, one on either side of the mast.
  • Harken 46 two speed jib sheet winch, starboard with Spinlock XTS rope clutch in line
  • Harken 46 electric self tailing jib sheet winches, port of helm with Spinlock XTS rope clutch in line
  • Harken 46 electric self tailing main halyard winch, starboard of helm
  • Harken 46 two speed self tailing spinnaker winches, on aft deck.
  • Harken 20 single speed main track winch.
  • Profurl electrical furl for jib.
  • Sparcraft – mast, spars & rigging.
  • Aluminium anodized mast with crossbeam & compression strut
  • Chain Plates with Cap Shrouds
  • Harken Batt-carr System C

 

Additional Units Included

  • 2018 AB Inflatables Center Console

 

 

 

Propulsion

Engine 1

Engine Make:Yanmar

Engine Model:4JH57

Engine Year:2018

Total Power:57hp

Engine Hours:1500

Engine Type:Inboard

Drive Type:Sail Drive

Fuel Type:Diesel

Engine 2

Engine Make:Yanmar

Engine Model:4JH57

Engine Year:2018

Total Power:57hp

Engine Hours:1500

Engine Type:Inboard

Fuel Type:Diesel

Specifications

Dimensions

Length Overall:50ft

Max Draft:3.92ft

Beam:27ft

Length at Waterline:45.17ft

Tanks

Fresh Water Tank:1 x 158.5 gal

Fuel Tank:1 x 158.5 gal

Holding Tank:26 gal

Accommodations

Guest Cabins:3

Guest Heads:3

 

The Multihull Company is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel though the vessel may be listed with another brokerage company.

 

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2018 Knysna 500 SE BAHATI
US $695,000 · Preveza
2018 Knysna 500 SE BAHATI
US $695,000 · Preveza