Neel 47

Full test in Multihulls World #166

La Rochelle-based builder Neel presented their brand-new 47 at the 2019 International Multihull Show at La Grande Motte. On board this trimaran designed by Marc Lombard, there’s the generous central space, which merges saloon and cockpit - the in-house name is the Cockloon. The main innovation: the owner's cabin is located on the same level as the rest of the platform, and offers a direct view of the route ahead or the anchorage. The floats fitted out as guest cabins allow the owner and crew to receive friends for short or medium stays or to offer some independence to the children. An intelligent and convincing layout in use. All the technical equipment is grouped in the central hull, below floor level. This means bonuses for space saving, ease of maintenance, reduced and centered weight.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Builder: Neel Trimarans
Length: 46’7” (14.20 m)
Beam: 27’3” (8.3 m)
Light displacement: 23,370 lbs (10.6 t)
Draft: 5’3” (1.60 m)
Mainsail area: 755 sq ft (70 m²)
Genoa: 540 sq ft (50 m²)
Staysail: 215 sq ft (20 m²)
Water: 158 US gal (600 l)
Diesel: 79 US gal (300 l)
Engines: 60 HP