Naval Architecture & Yacht Design
Mari-Cha III
Mari-Cha III was built by Sensation and Marten Marine in New Zealand.
The owner’s requirements were not only a luxurious and comfortable, but also high performance cruising boat, the fastest in her category. In order to obtain a yacht with a modern and dynamic style, specific care was taken with the design of all lines and details on deck. Refitted in 2005, her accommodation includes three large guest cabins, a large saloon, a crew area for 8, as well as a garage for the tender located in the transom. Located above the central engine room, the pilot house is protected by a styled coachroof which offers an excellent watch position, a fully equipped navigation area and raised seating. Designed by the award winning John Munford, the interior decoration is classic in style, with mahogany veneers. Mari-Cha III is the largest performance yacht, sailed entirely by hand. The reason why a split sailplan was chosen: the winches may be driven hydraulically or by means of pedestals. As well as being an incredibly comfortable yacht, Mari-Cha III is also extremely exciting to sail. She beat the Transatlantic Record in 1998; making the voyage in just 8 days 23 hours 59 minutes and 43 seconds.
Technical specifications
LOA (m) : 44.70
LWL (m) : 38.00
Beam (m) : 9.00
Draft (m) : 4.50
Displacement-lightship (t) : 120
Sail area upwind (m²) : 1000
Engine power (Hp) : 600
Fuel (l) : 9000
Fresh Water (l) : 5000
Construction material : Composite
Naval Architecture : Philippe Briand
Exterior design : Philippe Briand
Interior design : John Munford Design
Builder : Sensation Yachts
Delivered : 1997
Awards
In 1998, she received the Superyacht Society Design Award dedicated to units over 36 meters
