2001 SportsCat

Length

44

Year

2001

Fuel type

Diesel

Summary

Your Day on the Water just got better!

2001 SportsCat 44
Australian Built | Twin Yanmar 420HP Diesels | Extensive Upgrades

www.SportsCat.com

Offered for sale is this well-appointed 2001 SportsCat 44, an Australian-built high-performance power catamaran designed for efficient cruising, offshore capability, and comfortable extended living aboard. Built by family-owned SportsCat Construction on Australia’s Gold Coast—internationally recognised as a premier boat-building region—this model is known for its exceptional seakeeping, fuel efficiency, and proven blue-water pedigree. SportsCat vessels were produced in limited numbers, making them highly regarded among experienced owners worldwide. Notably, a previous owner successfully completed half the Great Loop aboard this very vessel, demonstrating its reliability and long-range cruising capability.

Specifications

Basic Info

Year: 2001

Make: SportsCat

Model: 44

Class: Power Catamaran

Length: 44

Fuel Type: Diesel

The SportsCat 44’s hull design has been extensively proven in offshore conditions, including long-range coastal passages through varied sea states. The result is a confident, stable ride with excellent performance characteristics. Powered by twin Yanmar diesels and Sea Rider surface drives by Levi (Italy), the vessel reportedly cruises comfortably at approximately 22 MPH and reaches top speeds of up to 32 MPH, making it equally well suited to long-distance cruising or fast coastal runs.

This SportsCat 44 has lifting strakes fiberglassed to the inside of the hulls, which improve lift, reduce drag, and enhance stability at higher speeds. They help the boat plane more efficiently, track better through turns, and provide a smoother, more fuel-efficient ride.

Surface-drive propulsion adds exceptional versatility, allowing the bow to gently touch the beach while keeping the stern in shallow water for easy shore access—ideal for island hopping and coastal exploration.

Sea Rider Surface Drives

The Sea Rider drives on this SportsCat 44 combine efficiency, performance, and ease of use. Their compact, streamlined design reduces stern protrusion, allows flexible engine placement, and eliminates the need for costly V-drives. The surface propeller is quiet and responsive at cruising speeds, while tunnel rudders and a semicircular propeller shield enhance maneuverability, protect the prop, and improve control in shallow or turbulent waters. Built for simplicity and reliability, Sea Rider drives provide safe, high-performance handling offshore and along the coast.

Yanmar 6LY2(M)-STE – 420 HP

This high-performance straight-six diesel engine mounts low in the hull for improved stability and weight distribution, delivering more power than a comparable six-cylinder without structural modifications. With an intercooler turbo, high power-to-weight ratio, and efficient high-pressure direct injection, it offers excellent endurance, fuel efficiency, and minimal smoke. Yanmar’s reputation ensures reliability, easy servicing, and strong offshore performance for demanding cruising conditions.

Key Features & Highlights

Australian built on the Gold Coast
Twin Yanmar 420 HP Diesel engines 6LY2(M)- STE(port) & STP(starboard)
ZF 2-speed transmissions HSW 110 ATS
Sea Rider surface drives by Levi (Italy)
Cruise approx. 22 MPH / Top speed approx. 32mph
Upper and lower helms with full controls
Two staterooms / Two heads
Four reverse-cycle air-conditioning units
Extensive Garmin electronics package
Hydraulic/electric davit crane for tender
Onan 10.5 kW diesel generator (~1274 hours)
Fuel burn at 26 mph 1 gal/mile

Engines & Propulsion

Twin Yanmar 420 HP diesel engines
- Port engine(STE): Original engine professionally rebuilt to zero-hour condition in 2022; currently less than 100 hours since rebuild
- Starboard engine(STP): Replaced in 2016; approximately 1,100 hours
Transmissions: ZF 2-speed gearboxes
Drives: Sea Rider surface drives by Levi (Italy)
All engine gauges replaced

Electronics & Navigation

Twin Garmin 8610 and 8610XSV chartplotters at lower helm
Upper and lower helm stations with full instrumentation and controls

Electrical & Systems

Onan 10.5 kW diesel generator (1,274 hours)
Two 30-amp shore power connections with cords
Dual-bank battery charger
On-demand hot water heater
Four underwater lights(2025)
Hydraulic/electric davit crane with mounting frame for tender

Interior & Accommodations

Two-stateroom, two-head layout
Master stateroom with private ensuite and individual air-conditioning control
Master berth measures 5 ft 11 in wide at the head, 5 ft 3 in wide at the base, and 6 ft 5 in long
Guest stateroom with double berth
Three LCD televisions
Two stereo systems with amplifiers and subwoofers

Galley

New Vitrifrigo stainless steel refrigerator
New two-burner induction cooktop
Microwave oven
Ice maker

Construction

Designed and constructed to ABYC standards
Molded fiberglass hull and deck
E-glass quad-axial and bi-axial fabrics
Isophthalic gelcoat exterior

Location

Currently located in Hampstead, North Carolina, this SportsCat 44 represents an excellent opportunity to own a capable, performance-oriented power catamaran with a proven offshore design and extensive recent upgrades.

Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.