Explocat 52²

Maneuvering Station Up or Down

Sixteen of these aluminum catamarans have already been built by Garcia Yachts since 2020 (check out our test). This is a boat designed for exploration programs, and it’s somewhat unique in the world of cruising catamarans - but that doesn't mean it can't evolve.

Explocat 52²

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Published 08/09/2025

By Emmanuel van Deth

Issue: 203

Published: oct. / nov. 2025

The shipyard has announced a new design for hatches in the after end of the hulls and more user-friendly sugarscoops. But what’s of even greater interest to serious sailors is the option to choose between two versions of the helm/maneuvering stations. Based on the principle of a pivoting steering column, you can opt for a lower or upper console - with a wider bench seat and possibly an outdoor galley.

Technical Specifications

Builder: Garcia Yachts
Architect: Pierre Delion
Design: Franck Darnet
Length: 55’7” (16.95 m)
Beam: 26’11” (8.2 m)
Light displacement: 41,000 lbs (18.6 t)
Draft: 4’11” (1.5 m)
Mainsail: 1,152 sq ft (107 m²)
Genoa: 646 sq ft (60 m²)
Number of cabins: 3/4
Water: 174 US gal (660 l)
Diesel: 2 x 145 US gal (2 x 550 l)
Engines: 2 x 60 or 75 HP

www.garciayachts.com

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