Visayan 32' Catamaran (V10) | General Arrangement

Visayan 32' Catamaran (V10)

General Arrangement

Though small by modern cruising catamaran standards, the Visayan 32 still displays vast deck space and a comfortable basic cruising interior. The central sailing cockpit is shown uncovered, but can be shaded while sailing with a folding fabric bimini and an added large boom tent at anchor. Only a single step separates the hardtop covered bridgedeck from the broad aft deck. The hardtop provides full sitting headroom in comfortable lightweight deck chairs around a fold-down dining table. Stowing the table permits sleeping above decks under the shelter, which can be so pleasant in the tropics. The forward windows of the shelter open wide for terrific ventilation. Companionway hatches are also under the shelter so they can remain open under most conditions.

We suggest considering a single diesel only in the port hull for enhanced cruising mileage. The boat will still maneuver acceptably with its twin rudders, and the extra miles under efficient diesel propulsion will be appreciated. A single center mounted outboard under the stern deck is the economy version alternative for initial cost savings, but with limited mileage under power, and no opportunity for alternator charging of ship's batteries to supplement the solar panels. As typical cruising in tropical waters includes substantial periods of little or no wind, a diesel engine really seems a useful part of the tropical cruising concept.

There is a single comfortable double bunk with excellent headroom for cooler below decks sleeping, and two available single bunks forward. One or two toilets may be installed. The standard Visayan arrangement is maintained with a single swing down centerboard in the port hull under a cushioned seat with a fold down chart table opposite the seat . A remarkably spacious galley in the starboard hull obtains full standing headroom at anchor under a large "pop-top" hatch clearly seen on the deck plan. Under way the cook has a fold down seat within easy reach of the stove and sink area.

A well-insulated ice-box will hold chilled provisions for a full week of cruising, and a safe self draining locker for two full size propane bottles guarantees stove fuel for extended cruises.

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