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When you step aboard the Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 Maestro, your expectations for a cruising catamaran of this size will be exceeded. Exceptionally modern, bright, and featuring the latest industry technology, the Elba 45 sets a new standard for yachts of its size.
With inverted bows and a impeccably designed helm station, this sailing catamaran boasts an incredibly inviting interior and offers amazing performance on the water. She provides the largest lounging areas of others in her category. In addition to the abundance of relaxation space on deck, the Owners suite and guest cabins below deck offer exceptionally spacious privacy.
Complete with a electric platform to carry the included OC tender, and double as a beach club with additional water access.
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Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 Maestro | Fully Equipped Offshore Luxury Catamaran
This Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 Maestro (Hull #47) is far more than a production cruising catamaran. Designed and upgraded for a knowledgeable owner with an uncompromising focus on offshore capability, self-sufficiency, comfort, and long-term liveaboard cruising, this yacht represents an extraordinary turnkey opportunity.
From her extensive factory equipment package to her custom post-delivery upgrades, every aspect of this vessel has been carefully selected to create one of the most capable and comfortable Elba 45s available today.
Built with an Exceptional Factory Specification
Originally ordered with an extensive list of factory options, this Elba 45 features:
Maestro owner’s version layout
Comfort Package
Full-batten mainsail
Electric mainsail winch
Electric genoa winch
Electric windlass with chain counter @Helm
Bowsprit and gennaker gear
Profurl genoa furler
Twin Volvo D2-60 diesel engines
Folding three-blade propellers with line cutters
Helm station bimini
Synthetic teak cockpit and transoms
Teak cockpit table extension
Forward lounge cushions
Cockpit refrigerator
Dedicated 90L freezer
Integrated gas plancha
Washer/dryer
Combination safe
Watermaker (180L/hr)
56,000 BTU air conditioning system
Garmin Smart Cruising Package with dual chartplotters
AIS
Autopilot and wireless remote
Second VHF at helm station both with US Channels
Radar
Underwater lights
TV and premium Bose entertainment package
Additional mooring cleats and extensive cruising equipment package from the factory.
Energy Independence at a New Level
This vessel was outfitted to operate away from shore power for extended periods with a sophisticated electrical system centered around:
Integrel high-output charging system
Dual 9kW high-performance alternators
Victron lithium battery bank 6×200 Ah
Victron Quattro inverter/charger
Cerbo GX monitoring system
Multiple MPPT solar charge controllers
Advanced battery monitoring and management systems
Large-format solar array installation-1200W
This is the type of electrical infrastructure typically seen aboard purpose-built expedition catamarans and allows owners to enjoy quiet anchorages with minimal generator use.
A Serious Bluewater Cruising Platform
The vessel has been continuously upgraded to improve reliability, safety, and ease of operation, including:
Elvstrøm Blue Water Runner sail package
Premium stainless anchor chain
Fuel polishing system
Racor fuel filtration upgrades
Garmin Panoptix sonar system
Garmin camera system
Iridium satellite communications
Rope cutters on both shafts
Deck wash system with fresh and seawater supply
Upgraded rigging components
Windlass improvements
Water purification systems
Engine monitoring enhancements
Extensive onboard spares inventory.
Unmatched Comfort at Anchor
Life aboard has been elevated well beyond standard Elba specifications.
Every exterior seating and entertainment area is protected by a complete custom enclosure system, featuring:
Custom black mesh screens throughout
Interchangeable black canvas weather panels
Full clear enclosure panels for winter and shoulder-season cruising
Flexible configurations for privacy, weather protection, airflow, and bug control
This creates several additional “outdoor rooms” and dramatically expands the yacht’s comfortable living space.
The owner’s cabin has been upgraded with a custom organic latex mattress made from toxin-free materials, providing exceptional comfort aboard. Guest accommodations include recently replaced mattresses plus an additional brand-new factory spare mattress.
Residential-Quality Liveaboard Amenities
The galley rivals many luxury waterfront condos and includes:
Dual Vitifrigo refrigerated drawers
Whirlpool Induction cooktop
Full-size convection oven/microwave combination
Expansive storage and preparation areas
This setup makes extended cruising and full-time living aboard effortless.
An Adventure Package Included
Unlike most brokerage offerings, this yacht conveys with a substantial inventory of premium equipment.
Included is a Seabob personal watercraft, valued at approximately $15,000, providing an exciting way to explore reefs, beaches, and anchorages.
The boat also comes with:
Thousands of dollars of brand-new Harken and Lewmar hardware
Spare blocks
Shackles
Sheets and rigging components
Replacement sailing gear
Mechanical spare parts
Electrical spare parts
Complete professional-grade tool inventory
Cruising consumables and maintenance supplies accumulated specifically for world cruising
This inventory alone represents years of preparation and a significant investment that would otherwise need to be duplicated by a new owner.
The Bottom Line
This Elba 45 was not outfitted for occasional weekends at the dock. She was equipped and upgraded with the goal of creating a self-sufficient, luxury cruising platform capable of crossing oceans, exploring remote destinations, and serving as a comfortable floating home.
For the buyer looking to skip years of upgrades and expense, Hull #47 delivers an exceptionally rare combination of factory options, custom enhancements, premium systems, adventure equipment, spare parts inventory, and liveaboard comfort.
Simply put, this is one of the most comprehensively equipped and thoughtfully upgraded Elba 45s on the market today.
Energy Independence: Built to Stay Off the Grid
One of the most impressive aspects of this Elba 45 is the level of investment made into creating a truly self-sufficient cruising platform. While many production catamarans rely heavily on shore power or frequent generator use, Hull #47 was specifically configured to support long-term anchoring and offshore cruising with minimal dependence on marinas and significantly reduced generator run time.
At the center of the system is a dual-engine Integrel energy generation package, a technology more commonly found aboard high-end expedition and performance cruising yachts. Rather than relying solely on traditional alternators, the Integrel system converts surplus engine power into substantial electrical output while underway, effectively turning both Volvo D2-60 engines into powerful energy generators. This allows the yacht to replenish battery reserves quickly while sailing or motoring.
Supporting the charging system is a massive Victron-based lithium energy bank, consisting of six Victron Smart Lithium batteries paired with a Victron Quattro inverter/charger, Cerbo GX monitoring, GX Touch display, VE.Bus battery management, and multiple DC-DC converters. This creates a highly integrated electrical ecosystem that provides real-time system monitoring, efficient charging, and seamless onboard power management.
To further reduce reliance on fossil fuels, the vessel was upgraded with a planned 1,200-watt solar array utilizing three SunPower Maxeon 400W panels, connected to Victron MPPT charge controllers for maximum efficiency. This solar generation capability allows the yacht to continuously replenish batteries throughout the day while quietly sitting at anchor.
What makes this system truly valuable is not simply the hardware itself, but what it enables aboard:
Full-time refrigeration and freezer operation
Air conditioning use when conditions allow
Watermaker operation without power concerns
Continuous operation of navigation electronics
Starlink and communications systems
Induction cooking appliances
Residential-style galley equipment
Entertainment systems and TVs
High-capacity lighting and onboard comfort systems
Extended remote anchoring with minimal generator dependence
Combined with the factory-installed 180L/hr watermaker, this yacht is capable of producing both its own electrical power and freshwater while cruising, dramatically increasing autonomy and reducing dependency on shoreside infrastructure.
For liveaboards and serious cruisers, energy independence is about more than convenience. It means spending weeks in pristine anchorages rather than chasing marinas. It means running air conditioning, refrigeration, communications, and water systems without constantly monitoring battery levels. It means quieter nights, lower fuel consumption, reduced maintenance, and a more enjoyable cruising lifestyle.
The result is an Elba 45 capable of supporting the comforts of a luxury waterfront condo while maintaining the freedom to explore remote islands, secluded bays, and offshore destinations far from shore power. Few brokerage catamarans in this size range offer this level of electrical infrastructure, and even fewer come fully commissioned and proven rather than requiring a new owner to invest the time, expense, and complexity of installation themselves.
In short, Hull #47 was not outfitted merely to visit destinations. She was outfitted to stay there.
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.
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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