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2016 Knysna 500SE

Preveza, Greece
$715,000
Year2016
Length50'
TypeSailing
ListingBrokerage

Overview

IMPULSE is a rare, special edition Knysna 500SE that bridges the gap between luxury cruising and sailing performance. She has been exclusively owner-operated, used only three months each summer since 2020, and kept in dry storage every winter. Key Highlights: • Upgraded Sail Plan: Featuring a high-performance square-top mainsail (New 2024) and an electric screecher furler for effortless, short-handed power. • New 2024/2025 Rigging: Equipped with NorthSails Norlam Xi11/09 sails and a new Profurl NDE2 electric genoa furler (2025). • Robust Energy Systems: 760Ah Mastervolt bank supported by dual high-output alternators and a 7kW Kohler generator for off-grid autonomy. • Luxury "Owner Version" Layout: Three en-suite cabins with light wood craftsmanship and dual 16,000 BTU climate control units. • Full Bluewater Kit: Includes a 100L/h water maker, Iridium-GO, and a 3.6m Infanta semi-rigid tender with a 20hp Mercury. Turnkey and SA VAT paid, IMPULSE represents a unique opportunity to acquire a modern, highly-upgraded bluewater catamaran in exceptional mechanical condition. DIMENSIONS & TANKAGE • Length Overall: 15.24 m (50 ft) • Beam: 7.96 m (26 ft) • Max Draft: 1.21 m (4 ft) • Air Draft: 19.82 m (65 ft) • Displacement: 15.5 metric tons • Fuel Capacity: 600 liters (158.5 GL) • Fresh Water Capacity: 600 liters (158.5 GL) • Black Water Capacity: 240 liters (3 x 80L tanks) PROPULSION • Engines: 2 x Yanmar 57hp 4JH57, Inboard Diesel • Drive Type: Yanmar SD60 Sail Drives ACCOMMODATIONS • Layout: Owner

Additional details

Additional Units Included • Infanta 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.

Key specifications

BuilderKnysna
Model500SE
Year2016
Length overall50 ft
Catamaran typeSailing
ConditionUsed
Cabins3
Heads3
Hull materialFiberglass
Waterline length46.25 feet
Beam27 feet
Maximum draft3.92 feet
Bridge clearance65 feet
Fuel capacity159 gallon
Fuel tanks1
Fresh water capacity159 gallon
Fresh water tanks1
Holding tank capacity63 gallon
Holding tanks3

Accommodations

Cabins3
Heads3
Convertible saloonNo

Engines and performance

Number of engines2
Fuel typeDiesel
Total engine power114.0 hp
Drive typeSail

Systems and deck equipment

Trim tabsNo

Summary

This 2016 Knysna 500SE is a 50-foot sailing catamaran listed in Preveza, Greece. Built with a fiberglass hull, it has an owner-version arrangement with three cabins and three heads. Propulsion is provided by twin 57 hp Yanmar 4JH57 diesel engines paired with Yanmar SD60 saildrives. Tankage includes approximately 159 gallons each for fuel and fresh water, plus three holding tanks totaling 63 gallons. The interior features light woodwork and custom soft furnishings, while two 16,000 BTU reverse-cycle units provide air conditioning and heat.

The sail inventory includes 2024 North Sails Norlam square-top mainsail and genoa, a screecher on a 2023 electric furler, and an asymmetric spinnaker. A 2025 Profurl electric genoa furler and Harken 12-volt electric winches support sail handling. Garmin electronics include a 15-inch chartplotter, radar, autopilot, AIS, VHF, and fish finder. Electrical equipment comprises a 760Ah Mastervolt house bank, dual high-output alternators, a 3,000-watt inverter/charger, and a 7kW Kohler generator. Additional systems include a 100-liter-per-hour watermaker, multiple refrigeration units, and a washing machine.

Disclaimer

Catamaran World does not own this vessel and is not the listing broker. Information is presented in good faith from the inventory provider but is not guaranteed. Buyers should verify all material facts and engage qualified marine and legal professionals before making a purchase decision.