About this Antares 44 PDQ
Introducing "Leap of Faith," a stunning 2006 Antares 44 PDQ catamaran that combines elegance and functionality. With an overall length of 44 feet, this vessel is designed for both comfort and performance on the water. The catamaran hull, crafted from durable fiberglass, ensures stability and a smooth sailing experience. Accommodating up to 8 guests, the interior features three well-appointed cabins and two heads, making it perfect for family adventures or entertaining friends. The thoughtful layout maximizes space and comfort, allowing for enjoyable voyages. Equipped with essential features, this used catamaran is ready for your next journey. Its sleek design and reliable construction make it an excellent choice for those seeking both leisure and adventure on the open seas. Experience the thrill of sailing with the "Leap of Faith," where every moment on board is a celebration of life at sea.
Leap of Faith, cruising upgrades include renewed standing rigging and furler, newer sails, 1,200 Ah lithium house storage, 1.75 kW solar, updated navigation electronics, watermaking, and a tender package.
Specifications
General
- Builder
- PDQ YACHTS
- Designer
- Ted Clemmets
- Model
- Antares 44 PDQ
- Year
- 2006
- Hull
- Fiberglass
- Keel
- Other
- Status
- Active
Dimensions
- Length Overall
- 44 ft
- Beam
- 21' 9"
- Bridge Clearance
- 62' 0"
- Freeboard
- 4' 0"
Tanks & Accommodations
- Fresh Water
- 2 (60 gal)
- Fuel
- 2 (60 gal)
- Cabins
- 3
- Heads
- 2
Video Tour
Full Description & Equipment
Dimensions
Location
Merritt, North Carolina, USA
Year / model
2006 PDQ Antares 44
Length overall
44 ft
Beam
21 ft 9 in
Draft
4 ft
Light displacement
23,700 lb
Cabins / heads
3 / 2
Fuel
120 gal (two 60-gal tanks)
Fresh water
150 gal (two 75-gal tanks)
Holding
Two 30-gal tanks listed — confirm arrangement
Engines
Twin Yanmar 3YM30-series diesels — exact model/hours to confirm
Engines
Engines, generator & climate
Twin Yanmar 3YM30-series shaft-drive diesels with 16-inch three-blade feathering Max-Props; dual Racor fuel filtration and two 60-gal diesel tanks. Northern Lights 6 kW generator; brushes and AVR replaced in 2023. Three Cruisair air-conditioning units: two 6,500 BTU units with soft starts and one 16,500 BTU unit.
Twin 3YM30G 29 hp diesel engines with a complete maintenance log
- Engines are located mid-ship in sound-shielded compartments
- Engine room blowers take heat from the engine rooms when the engines shut down. Running the engines with the blowers on gives adequate back-feed fresh air to the engines for combustion.
- Shaft drive (1 ¼” shafts)
- Alternators @ 55 amps/engine
- Raycor dual 75/500 MAXD fuel filters – in line, vacuum gauges on top of the filter
- Fuel gauges
- Twin 60-gallon aluminum diesel fuel tanks mounted mid-ship below the water line.
- Max-Prop, 16” 3 blades, feathering propellers
Generator - Northern Lights 6kw generator New Brushes and AVR (2023)
- Sound insulating box.
- The primary filter is Raycor diesel/water separator.
- Spare, belts, filters, o-rings, coolant pump assembly, raw water pump, and spare seals
- Maintenance log.
Additional Information
Leap of Faith at a glance
An exceptional PDQ Antares 44 with substantial recent investment across power, rigging, sails, navigation, anchoring, and liveaboard systems.
14.4 kWh
Epoch lithium capacity; new in September 2026
1.75 kW
Five-panel solar array with separate Victron MPPT regulators
2022–23
Neil Pryde mainsail and genoa, North Sails spinnaker, standing rigging, and furler updates
2023–25
B&G chartplotter and radar, Simrad autopilot, windlass, primary anchor, and chain updates
Electrical, solar & water
Four 300 Ah Epoch lithium house batteries, listed new September 2026 (1,200 Ah at 12V; 14.4 kWh nominal); dual Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 inverter/chargers in parallel; Victron BMV-700 and two DC-to-DC 12/12-30 chargers. Two 30A SmartPlug shore-power inlets. Five solar panels totaling 1.75 kW with Victron MPPT controllers. Two 75-gal freshwater tanks, combination electric/engine hot-water tanks, EchoTech 40 gph watermaker, freshwater/saltwater deck washdowns, transom shower, and bilge pumps.
Sails, Rig & Deck
Neil Pryde fully battened mainsail and 130% genoa (2022); 95% self-tacking jib; US Sails furling screecher (2019); North Sails asymmetrical spinnaker (2023). Standing rigging and Harken MKIV furler renewed in 2023; selected running rigging replaced in 2026. Deck-stepped Seldén mast; Harken electric 48 winch, self-tailing manual sheet winches, hardtop with traveler, cockpit enclosure, and davit arch. 88 lb primary anchor with 250 ft of 10 mm high-test chain; Manta II 85 lb secondary anchor with 200 ft nylon rode; Quick 1000W electric windlass.
Additional Information
Electronics, Tender & Cruising Gear
B&G Zeus3 12-inch chartplotter and Halo radar (2023), Simrad AP44 autopilot (2025), Vesper XB800 Class B AIS, B&G multifunction displays and wind instruments, Standard Horizon VHF, ICOM IC-M802 SSB/Ham radio, and Starlink mount. Highfield CL310 (10 ft 2 in) inflatable with Yamaha 20 hp outboard. Jordan Series Drogue, life raft, safety items, and loose cruising gear.
