Vaan, based in Hellevoetsluis, in the Netherlands, has been undertaking the first tests of its R4, a top-of-the-range, aluminum catamaran.
Published 25/11/2021
The arrival of the cold weather didn’t dampen the team’s motivation as they hoisted a beautiful set of sails signed by Quantum. Anxious to respect the environment, the builder has used 50% recycled aluminum from window frames, roadsigns and license plates. Other ecological materials such as cork or plant-based alternatives to leather also feature.
Builder: Vaan
Length: 42’ (12.80 m)
Beam: 24’4” (7.10 m)
Displacement: 24,030 lbs (10.9 t)
Mainsail: 592 sq ft (55 m²)
Solent: 323 sq ft (30 m²)
Drivetrain: 2 x 10 or 15 kW
Price: € 399,000 ex-tax
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