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2024 Aquila 44 Yacht
Catamaran

2024 Aquila 44 Yacht

Palm Beach, Florida, United States
$999,000

Specifications

Year
2024
Length
44'
Max Speed
20 kts
Cruise Speed
16 kts
Hull
Fiberglass
Fuel Type
Diesel

Broker Overview

The 2024 Aquila 44 Yacht, offered at $999,000 in Palm Beach, represents a compelling opportunity in the catamaran market. This vessel is designed for comfortable, efficient cruising, leveraging its fiberglass hull and twin Volvo Penta diesel engines. A significant design advantage is the aft placement of the engines, which effectively minimizes noise and vibration in living spaces – a crucial factor for extended stays aboard. The inclusion of bulbous bows enhances waterline length for improved efficiency and a smoother ride by reducing pitching. From an operational standpoint, the Aquila 44 is remarkably user-friendly, featuring joystick control, digital displays, and widely spaced engines, making it manageable for a single couple. The layout prioritizes both privacy and entertainment, with a versatile 3-cabin configuration, a salon offering 360-degree views, and an expansive flybridge. The seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, exemplified by the galley's strategic central placement and the fold-out service bar, underscores its suitability for entertaining. While a relatively new model, this specific 2024 Aquila 44, being a used vessel, offers a potential value proposition against new build lead times and pricing, making it an attractive option for buyers seeking a modern, well-engineered cruising platform without the wait.

Why This Boat Stands Out

Twin Volvo Penta diesels located aft for reduced noise and vibration.
Bulbous bows enhance efficiency and ride comfort.
Joystick control and digital systems for easy, single-couple operation.
Versatile 3-cabin layout with 360-degree salon views and expansive flybridge.
Smart design integrating indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces.

Ideal For

Family CruisingLiveaboardIsland HoppingEntertainmentCoastal Cruising

Expert Review

The Aquila 44 is a well-regarded modern cruising catamaran, known for its practical design and solid build quality. The fiberglass hull construction is robust, and the engineering, particularly the aft engine placement, demonstrates a thoughtful approach to owner comfort. Sea-keeping is generally good for its class, with the bulbous bows contributing to a more stable and efficient ride than many competitors. Value for money on a nearly new, used model like this can be excellent, as it bypasses the depreciation hit of a new vessel while still offering contemporary features. During a survey, pay close attention to the condition of the Volvo Penta engines and IPS drives, if equipped, given their complexity. Inspect all systems, particularly the air conditioning and plumbing, as these can be areas where initial commissioning issues manifest. Check for any signs of osmotic blistering on the hull, though unlikely on a 2024 model, and ensure all electronics are fully functional. Comparable alternatives might include Leopard 45 or Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42, but the Aquila often distinguishes itself with its unique flybridge access and interior volume.

Owner Sentiment

Very Good

Owners consistently praise the Aquila 44 for its spaciousness, ease of handling, and comfortable accommodations, making it ideal for family cruising and entertaining. The innovative design features are frequently highlighted.

Strengths
Exceptional interior volume and headroom.Stable and efficient ride, especially with bulbous bows.User-friendly controls and maneuverability.Excellent integration of indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Considerations
Can feel less nimble than some monohulls in tight quarters.Flybridge can be exposed in inclement weather without full enclosure.Limited storage for long-term, self-sufficient cruising compared to larger vessels.

Full Listing Description

Two Volvo Penta diesels are situated aft behind the living compartments reducing noise and vibrations. Bulbous bows increase the waterline for greater efficiency while reducing pitching moments. Multifunction displays, digital controls, joystick operation, engine monitoring displays, thrusters, and widely spaced main engines make operating the Aquila 44 Yacht easily accomplished by a single couple.

With an enormous amount of attention to detail and knowledge of how owners use their boats, both the exterior and interior spaces are perfected to serve those utilizations. The stairway from the flybridge to the foredeck gives safe easy access to the ground tackle locker and forward cleats when anchoring or docking. Wide side decks and safety handrails are another example of the Aquila 44’s commitment to owner’s and guests’ comfort and safety. 

Available with a 3-cabin layout featuring a salon and galley with 360° views and an extensive flybridge, the layout of the Aquila 44 Yacht makes entertaining a crowd aboard easy. Boarding from the port or starboard swim platforms, guest step up to the aft deck with an al fresco dinette. The window partition between the aft deck and the interior galley lifts and the countertop folds out to create a service bar. The galley is strategically placed between the aft deck and the salon and dinette on the main deck making it easy to serve guest inside and outside. A summer kitchen is centrally located to attend to guests in the aft mounted dinette and those on the flybridge can enjoy panoramic views along with the operator while underway.


Construction

  • Resin infused hull and deck construction creating high strength and stiffness
  • Solid FRP lamination at hull centerlines including all through hulls
  • Vinylester resin with excellent corrosive and water resistant properties
  • NPG gelcoat with superior UV resistance
  • Resin infused bulkheads
  • All main FRP components resin infused construction including bulkheads Bow crash box in each hull
  • Bulbous bows separately molded and attached to each bow to improve
  • fuel efficiency, speed, and stability
  • Windows in hull and deck high quality tempered shatter proof glass
  • meeting ISO standards
  • Custom built salon and flybridge support structure using composite structure


Standard Equipment

  • 2 x D4-230HP Volvo Penta IB V-Drives s/ Rope Cutters and 7" Volvo Display at Helm
  • 3 Cabins w/ 6" Memory Foam Mattress Per Cabin
  • 3 Private EnSuite Heads Per Cabin w/ Corian Countertops, Wash Basin, Walk-In Shower and Fresh Water Toilet w/ Macerator Pump w/ Selector Valve 
  • Integrated Flybridge Hardtop w/ Stainless Steal Supports, Including Radar Arch and 2 Manual Opening Hardtop Hatches
  • Wrapped Steering Wheel and Tilt Control
  • Fly Wet Bar w/ Sink and Faucet w/ Corian Countertop
  • Textured Non-Skid Deck Flooring
  • Retractable Stainless Steal Swim Ladder w/ Teak Steps
  • 2 x Cockpit Barstools (fixed)
  • Convertible Salon Table
  • Galley w/ Corian Countertop Including Stainless Steel Sink and Faucet, 2 Burner Induction Cooktop, Microwave and Fridge/Freeze Combo Unit
  • Synthetic Wear Resistant Flooring
  • LED Nav Lights
  • Built in Stainless Steal Hand/Grab Rails
  • Stainless Steal Cleats
  • Integrated LED Lighting Throughout
  • Aft Seating Converts to Sunpad
  • 4 x 200AH AGM Engine Start Batteries
  • 2 x 50AMP 125/250V Shore Power Connections and Cables
  • 1500W Windlass w/ Handheld Remote
  • 55 LB Delta Primary Anchor w/ 150ft Chain w/ Mooring Brindle
  • 45 LB Danforth Secondary Anchor w/ 200' Rope
  • 2 x 16 GAL/60 L Water Heaters
  • 12/100V 5000 200VA Inverter/Charger
  • Fusion Audio System
  • Fire Suppression and Alarm System
  • Fuel/Water Separators
  • Auto Bilge Pumps
  • Integrated 2 x 147 Gal/560 L Fuel Tank
  • 206 Gal/780 L Fresh Water Tank
  • 3 x 21 Gal/80 L Holding Tanks
  • Mooring Kit
  • Antifouling Bottom Paint


Optional Equipment

  • Starlink
  • Coastal Navigation Package: 1 x Raymarine 12 Pro S Chart Plotter; CPT-S Transducer; Rayma 170s multifunction display; Raymarine 63 VHF Remote Station and Antenna; Raymarine CAM220 C Mounted on Aft Flybridge; Raymarine Evolu Pilot w/ P70 Rotary Display
  • Lighted Aged Ash Cabinetry
  • Upgrade: 2 x D4-320HP Volvo Penta Engines
  • Reserve Fuel Tank (95 gal/360L) w/ Transfer
  • 1 x Bow Thruster in Starboard Hull 8.0HP
  • Lexan Windscreen Enclosure w/ Black Trim
  • Flybridge Electric BBQ and Stainless Steal Ice Maker at Wet Bar
  • Flybridge TV
  • Stainless Steal Davit System 
  • Wireless Remote for Windlass
  • Solar Panels - 2 x 100W
  • Shore Power Cable Master Stowage System (2x)
  • Water Maker 94ltr/25gal/hr - SeaXchange XTCI
  • Fresh Water Deck Wash Pump for Bow Area
  • Chilled Water Air Conditioner (5000BTU)
  • Full Length Mirrors in All Cabins
  • Fans in Cabins
  • Filler Cushion for Salon Table 
  • Washer/Dryer Ventless Combo Unit
  • Prefitting for Master Cabin TV
  • TV Cable Shore Side Connection
  • Additional Fridge/Freezer (65L) in Salon
  • Aft Cockpit Sunshade System w/ 2 Removable Poles and Shade
  • Evolution Autopilot Wireless Remote
  • Spot Light w/ Remote
  • Underwater Aft Lighting (2 x blue)
  • Navigation - Add Raymarine Radome RD418HD Color Scanner 4KW 18"
  • Galley - Add Single Well Sink in Galley
  • Generator - Northern Lights 12KW 60HZ


2024 Volvo Penta D4 (Engine 1)

Engine Type:

Inboard

Fuel Type:

Diesel

Engine Hours:

378

Power:

320 hp

Drive Type:

V Drive

2024 Volvo Penta D4 (Engine 2)

Engine Type:

Inboard

Fuel Type:

Diesel

Engine Hours:

378

Power:

320 hp

Drive Type:

V Drive


Dimensions

Length Overall:

44 ft

Beam:

21 ft 6 in

Max Bridge Clearance:

18 ft 8 in

Minimum Draft:

3 ft 3 in

Max Draft:

3 ft 10 in

Weights

Dry Weight:

35053 lb

Speed

Cruising Speed:

16 kn at rpm

Hull Speed:

20 kn at rpm

Seating

Max Passengers:

21

Tanks

Fuel:

(290 gal)

Fresh Water:

(180 gal)

Holding:

(63 gal)


Accommodations

Guest Cabins:

3

Guest Heads:

3

Other

Hull Type:

Catamaran



Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Borden & Associates Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

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Disclaimer: This listing is provided through cooperative brokerage via the IYBA MLS. The listing broker is Borden & Associates Yacht Sales (Jason Borden). Yacht Access is acting as a buyer's broker and can assist you with this purchase.
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