Excess Catamarans Excess 11

Excess 11 Pulse Line (2024): The new-generation catamaran combining sailing thrills, modern autonomy, and great comfort

Born from the collaboration between the prestigious naval architecture firm VPLP and the Nauta Design studio, the Excess 11 has immediately established itself as the must-have benchmark among catamarans under 40 feet. This 2024 model stands out brilliantly in its most sought-after configuration: the Pulse Line package. Thanks to its elongated rig offering increased sail area and its gaff mainsail, it goes beyond the usual standards of a cruising multihull by delivering sharp acceleration and an incomparable feel at the helm. Meticulously maintained by its first and only owner and never used for rentals, Pegasus represents a rare opportunity to acquire a recent, run-in, reliable unit available immediately, without the lead times from shipyard order books.

Under sail, the Excess concept truly comes into its own. The twin, aft-positioned steering stations on the rear of the hulls connect the helmsman directly to the rudders via rod drives, delivering a helm feel with surgical precision and perfect visibility over the sail plan as well as the bow. All maneuvers return directly to the cockpit, allowing the boat to be handled with a reduced crew and even single-handed, with astonishing smoothness. The deck plan prioritizes ergonomics and friendliness: a large, walk-through outdoor cockpit at the same level as the saloon, safe movement across clear side decks, integrated davits for quick launching of the tender, and aft bathing/boarding skirts that make swimming as well as boarding easier.

Designed for long-distance passages and extended anchoring, this catamaran features a high-end dedicated technical setup for total autonomy. The electrical network is based on a service battery bank in Lithium (LiFePO4), managed by a complete Victron Energy installation, ensuring fast charging cycles and a substantial energy reserve. Combined with a solid solar panel array and a high-performance converter providing permanent 220V aboard, energy management is handled with complete peace of mind, without relying on shore power. Independence is further complemented by a modern watermaker, allowing you to do away with the constraints of freshwater replenishment during crossings.

Inside, Nauta Design’s layout impresses with its clarity, modernity, and remarkable volume optimization for an 11-meter unit. The saloon, filled with natural light, offers an unbeatable 360° panoramic view, centered around a friendly table and a functional galley equipped with a large worktop, a gas hob/oven set, generous storage, and ample refrigeration. The cabins’ privacy is enhanced by excellent natural ventilation, comfortable berths, and bright en-suite bathrooms with separate showers. Seacocks, through-hulls, and surrounding equipment have been subject to rigorous checks, ensuring uncompromising watertight integrity and safety.

In terms of mechanical propulsion, the two 29 hp Yanmar 3YM30AE engines with SailDrive transmission provide millimeter-precise maneuvering in port and economical, quiet cruising speed under power. The mechanical system and its controls have been thoroughly revised and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Offered under the VAT scheme “With VAT Exempt” (310,000 EUR HT) under Temporary Admission status, with bill of sale and delivery planned outside the customs territory of the European Union (or subject to the buyer paying import VAT), Pegasus is the perfect sailboat for an international buyer, a company, or a long-voyage project wishing to cast off without waiting.