Aquila 42 Coupe: the sporty catamaran (13 m) that consumes little fuel

For the first time, we will see a catamaran from Aquila Boats, an American shipyard and world leader in motor catamarans, at the upcoming Düsseldorf Boat Show (Jan. 17-25). While most manufacturers have converted from the sailing world, Aquila started directly from the motor, introducing some exclusive solutions that have decreed its international success. The model exhibited at the German fair will be the 42 Coupe: a fast soul that does not give up the comfort given by space, a typical feature of this class of boats.

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Aquila’s Coupe range is the sporty declination of the catamaran. At 13 meters overall, the beam is “only” 4.85: still significant dimensions, bringing with it a deck layout arranged on a single level, flowing seamlessly from the cockpit, to the salon, to the bow, organized in a bow-rider configuration, typically American. Everything is arranged along the axis of symmetry traversed by a corridor that divides the galley and helm station on the starboard side, from the dinette on the port side.

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Equal division also reflected below deck, with one cabin per hull, each with private bath and both independently accessible from a dedicated staircase in the main salon. So maximum privacy, excellent with a view to sharing with another couple, for example on a charter.

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With a relatively high length-to-width ratio for the category, it is performance that benefits. Meanwhile, ease of maneuvering and versatility increase. But most importantly, this Aquila 42 Coupe can run up to 42 knots! A figure achieved thanks to a synergy of elements: not only the reduced beam then, but also a low weight, a steppe double hull and Aquila Hydro Glide technology, a large carbon foil that joins the two hulls, generating additional lift. Even more interestingly, these sailing qualities are reflected throughout the power delivery range, with noteworthy fuel consumption.

The motorizations

The Aquila 42 Coupe’s American DNA is also evident in the option to install a pair of Mercury Verado V10 outboard motors, each rated at 400 cv. This is one of the preferred engine configurations among buyers of this type of boat, thanks to its convenience and ease of use—two key features of this design. Despite the total gasoline output of 800 cv, Aquila’s technologies manage to keep fuel consumption just over 4 L per mile at an economical cruising speed of around 27 knots. But this Aquila 42 Coupe can also be equipped with two Volvo Penta D4 DPI inboard-outboard engines, each also rated at 400 cv, featuring a stern-mounted counter-rotating propeller. And this is where things get even more interesting. First of all, the top speed remains 42 knots, but it can cruise at 29 knots while consuming just 81 L per hour—about 2.8 L per mile. Not to mention that the stern, with the inboard engines, is completely clear, offering unparalleled access to the water.

Technical specifications Aquila 42 Coupe
Length f.t.	13,06 m
Maximum beam	4,85 m
Empty displacement	8,500 kg
Motorization	2 × Mercury Verado V10 400 hp leggi anche Genoa Boat Show: Here’s How to Stay Up to Date on All the Latest News 2 × Volvo Penta D6 DPI 400 hp
Fuel tank capacity	1.552 L
Water tank capacity	200 L
Maximum speed	42 kn
Cruising speed	27 kn
CE Approval	B12/C20

For more information, visit the shipyard’s website at this link, or the web page of the Italian distributor, FC Yachts.