Engine
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Total Power
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Engine Hours
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Class
Catamaran
Length
46ft
Year
2023
Model
444 ES
Capacity
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Boat Details
Description
The only pre-owned Vision 444 currently available!
"Caritas" is a superior example of the fantastic Vision 444 modern, innovative performance cruising catamaran with superb fit & finish. Winner of the Cruising World Magazine Boat of the Year award, the Vision 444 is a stand-out of modern multihull design and construction laid out for Bluewater long-term cruising.
The Vision 444 strikes the ideal balance between sailing performance and live aboard comfort. All sails can be easily handled by one person from the safety on the helm, making it possible to confidently sail shorthanded. With her 3 cabin / 3 head Owners Version layout with dedicated workshop, and well thought out maintenance access, Caritas is the perfect world voyaging platform for a couple or family.
As hull #112 ES off the Vision 444 production line, Caritas benefited from all the modifications and tweaks that were incorporated into the design after the earlier hulls had spent some time on the water. She has been sailed from South Africa in early 2024 with her owners who have spared no expense in upgrades and keeping her in bristol condition. She is in gorgeous, arguably better than new condition, totally dialed in, and ready for a world voyage.
Caritas is an exceptionally well equipped Vision 444 ES Catamaran. Several of her equipment highlights include:
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- Luxurious 3-Cabin Layout with Queen-Sized Beds and en-suite heads
- A dedicated interior workshop!
- Twin 38 HP Nanni Diesel Engines with ZF Sail Drives, Low hours.
- Gori 3-Blade Overdrive Propellers for efficient cruising.
- North Sails NPL Main Sail, NPL Code 55 & 65 Screechers plus North Sails Asymmetric Spinnaker, for superior sailing options and performance.
- North Sails NPL Self-tacking jib, for short-handed sailing.
- Harken Electric Winches and Spinlock Deck Organizers for easy sail handling.
- Carbon Fiber Crane Davit
- 8 x 430W Solar Panels for energy independence.
- B&G Zeus 16” Display, Halo 24 Radar, and Starlink Kit for advanced navigation and communication.
- Forward facing nav station adjacent to the helm.
- Victron 5kW Inverter Charger and LiFePO4 Lithium Batteries for reliable and eco-friendly power.
- Copper Coat bottom paint for long life and low maintenance
- Fully Equipped Galley with dual Isotherm 160L Fridge & Freezer and galley appliances plus additional freezers in cockpit.
- Washing machine with separate dryer in master head.
- Full Cockpit Enclosure with Teak Brushed EVA Decking and Weber Gas BBQ for outdoor comfort.
- Complete Safety Kit including 8-Man Life Raft, EPIRB, and Fire Extinguishers.
- Teak Shower Grating and Waxed Oak Interior for elegant finishes.
- Dedicated technical spaces for easy access to plumbing in a dedicated cabinet instead of a bilge.
- Wide, safe flush side decks for easy circulation on deck.
- Vacuum Resin Infused Construction for lightweight strength and durability.
- Only 11,500 tons, light, fast and quiet!
And so much more! Caritas is US Import Duty Paid and available for showings by appointment in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Measurements
Dimensions
Nominal Length:45.58ft
Length Overall:45.58ft
Max Bridge Clearance:63.75ft
Beam:24.92ft
Length at Waterline:43.67ft
Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks:211gal
Fuel Tanks:2 × 105gal
Holding Tanks:2 × 37gal
Accommodations
Cabins:3
Heads:3
More Details
By Sailors For Sailors
- The Vision has been built by sailors for sailors and there are key elements on the Vision to be highlighted:
- All the decks are level and clear of ropes, giving you the confidence to move around safely.
- The mainsheet bridle system is easy and safe to use in conjunction with the self tacking jib.
- The balance between the main and jib sails are perfect.
- The rudders are calibrated to work in conjunction with sails meaning there is no stalling in tacks or general turning. The Vision can get through a tack with hardly any speed loss.
- A unique access door system in the cockpit gunwale allows easy access from the dock to board the Vision, and it also makes it easy to replenish from a tender.
- The Vision has a dedicated locker system in the port and starboard hulls. Large, easily accessible storage allows you to open one door to access all your through-hull fittings and pumps, in one contained area.
- The engine rooms are easy to access. Lift up the lid (with the mattress) like a car bonnet and pull out the locking lever-stay to secure. There is a dedicated seat to sit on when working on the engine and dedicated tools in each engine room which makes servicing a pleasure.
- The Vision navigation station faces forward which is a great feature when making passage. Sitting in this area you get a clear view looking forward, so when you’re filling in logs you can still keep an eye on the ocean.
- The unbelievably spacious cockpit has numerous large lockers that can store cockpit cushions, fishing rods and even short surfboards. One locker is plumbed for a dive compressor with a shelf, to hold the compressor. And another compartment that is designed for dive tanks.
- The diesel engines and the generator can easily be removed through the hatches and locker lids. This is a huge benefit if a problem occurs. Engines can be removed without disassembling the vessel.
Specifications
Accommodations
The Vision 444 offers a unique take on the traditional Owner's Version layout. Features include a spacious U-shaped galley with ample counter space and storage. The salon has a generous U-shaped settee around a nice solid wood table, (which also can be made into a bed, making it a 4 th bed). A forward facing nav station really back to the helm brings it all together. There is a very functional interior access full sized Tool Room / Workshop located in the starboard bow. The White overhead hatches provide ventilation and cooler hulls along with the larger sliding doors which allows for great ventilation throughout.
- 3 Queen Berths
- 3 heads - 2 separate shower stalls forward and 1 wet head aft
- Waka Waxed Oil Finishes on all Solid and Veneer Wood Surfaces
- Upholstered Headboards with Reading Lights
- Lightweight Vinyl Cladding on Ceiling and Vertical Areas with Fabric Textures and Colours to Suit Slightly Textured Painted Surfaces on Walls
- Sunbrella Upholstery Material and Leather
- OceanAir Screens / Shades on all Hatches
- Modern Synthetic Hard-Wearing Flooring
- Engines Serviced (12/2024)
- All manuals, maintenance logs and service records available
Tankage
- 211 gal (800L) Fuel
- 211 gal (800L) Fresh Water
- 2 x 37 gal Black Water holding tanks
VISION 444 ES Model with Extended Stern, 3 Cabin Version
Hull, Deck, Bulkheads and Furniture
-All Components are Vacuum Resin Infused
-Crystic Vinyl Ester Epoxy Resins Used Throughout
-Foam Core Infused
-Hull and Deck sprayed with high-quality two-part paint
-Vacuumed Foam Sandwich Furniture Components
-Furniture is Structurally Bonded to Hull
-All Lockers Painted Out with Grey Polyester Topcoats
Steering System
- Composite Rudders
- 60.3mm Stainless Steel Rudder Shafts, Solid Section Through Hull
- Vesconite Rudder Bushes
- Tie Bar Connected Steering
- Vectron Control Lines Linked to Chain and Sprocket Steering
- 1 X Carbon Composite 3 Spoke White Steering Wheel
- Emergency Steering
- Ackermann Angle in Steering Geometry Ensures Laminar Flow at all Steering Angles
Propulsion
- 2 X 38HP N4 Nanni Diesels motors
-24V 90-amp XT Alternator House Battery
-12V 120amp Alternator Starter Battery
- 2 X Nanni Diesel Primers Built in
- 2 X Nanni Built-in Engine Oil Extractor Pumps
- 2 X ZF Sail Drives with Anodes
- Upgraded 2 X Gori Overdrive 3 blade Propellers
- 2 X Engine Room Extraction Fans
- 20mm Sound Proofing Sheets with Gelcoat Covers
- 2 X Double Diesel Filter / Water Separator System
- 2 X Engine Room Lights
- 2 X Bilge Pumps
- 2 X Remote Fire Extinguisher System
- Easy Access Under Bunks with Support Arm with Work Seat
- Level Floor in Engine Room
Fuel
- 2 X Composite Fuel Tanks (200 gallons)
- 2 X Fuel Line Gravity Feed
- 2 X Inspection Hatches
- 2 X Deck Filler Direct onto Tanks
- 2 X Manual Dip Stick System
- 2 X Top Mounted Tank Drain Systems
- 2 X Tank Senders
Water
- 2 X Composite Water Tanks (220 gallons)
- 2 X Water Maker Feed Ports
- Upgraded Schenker water maker (26 gal per hour)
- 2 X Deck Fillers
- 2 X Inspection Hatches
- 2 X Water Pumps
- 2 X Wema Tank Senders
- 2 X 40L Water Heater 220V with Engines Heat Exchanger Connection
Glazing
- Toughened Glass with 2 X Hatches in Centre Windows
- Single Leaf sliding Cockpit window
- Single Leaf Aluminum Sliding Saloon Door with Vision 444 Frosted logo
- 10 X Perspex Hull Windows with 2 Flush Mount Port Lights aft windows
Winches
- 4 X 50ST Electric Harken Winches
- 2 X Winch Handles
- 3 X Winch Handle Pockets
Main, Jib, Self-Tacking and Head Sail System
- Main Sheet Bridle System
- 2 -1 Harken Main Sheet Blocks Lashed
- 4 lashed boom blocks
- 4 X T50-5 Spinlock Deck Organizers
- 10 X XTS Spinlock clutches
- 5 X Lashed mast bass lead blocks
- Harken Jib Traveler System
- 3m Harken Traveler Track
- 2 X Harken Car Stops
- Harken Block and Car
- Jib Lashed clew board block
- 2 X Bow Pad Eyes for Blocks
- 2 X Jib preventor pad eyes
- 2 X Midship Tweaker pad Eyes
- 2 X Aft pad eyes for Head sails lead blocks
- 1 X Storm Jib attachment point and Dynema stay
Mast, Boom, Fore Beam
- Complete Sailing Rig Package
- Mast
- Mast Steps
- Antal Batten Car Slider System
- Standing Rigging
- Running Rigging
- Navigation Lights
- Steaming Light
- Tri-Color Mast Light
- 2 x Spreader Deck Light
- Courtesy Flag Halyards
- VHF Antenna
- Windex
- Radar Bracket
- Cross Beam
- Longeron with forward deployment anchor
- Longeron 2:1 Head sail line lead with Two XTS Clutches
Custom Upgraded Sails/Sail Hardware/Rigging Options
- Hayrack Boom
- Karver / Facnor Halyard Lock
- North Sails Asymmertric Spinnaker with Snuffer
- North Sails NPL Main Sail Fully Battened
- North Sails NPL Head Sail
- North Sails NPL Code 55 Screecher
- Top Down furling torsion cable
- North Sails NPL Code 65 Screecher
- Top Down furling torsion cable
- Karver / Facnor continuous Furler
- Roller Furler Jib with UV Strip
- Main Sail Stack pack with Vision 444 Logo
- Sail Bags
- 2 X Black Dynema Trampolines with clean rope boarders
Deck Gear
- 8 X Horn Cleats
- 8 X Stanchions with 5mm Dynema Guard Rails
- 10 x Deck Pad eyes
- 3 x Jackstay attachment webbing points
- Windlass Hause hole for longeron 2:1 foresail system
- 4 X SZ 44 Hatches
- 2 X SZ 70 Hatches
- 3 X SZ 30 Hatches
- 4 X Fore Deck Lazarette Hatches
- Light Grey Embossed EVA Decking on all Flat Deck Areas
- Teak brushed EVA decking in cockpit and sugar scoops
- 7 X Composite Cockpit Storage Hatches
Electronics – B&G custom upgraded package
- B&G Zeus 16” Helm
- NZC-3 Core Pack
- Ram T2
- B&G VHF V100-B System with AIS-GPS 500
- B&G H60 Handset +Speaker Kit Wired
- NSPL- Electrical-Splitter
- B&G Triton2 Wired Wind Pack
- B&G Triton2 Pilot Controller
- B&G Triton2 Digital Display
- B&G Halo 24 Radar
- ForwardScan XDCR w/Sleeve and Plug
- B&G Triton2 Digital Display Nav Station
- Starlink Kit with custom sealed waterproof box
- Water proof sealed plug and wire
- Wave Wi-Fi External Antenna
- Wave Wi-Fi Marine 1250 duel router
- 2 X 12V 80Ah AGM Starter Batteries
- LED Exterior Lighting
- AC/DC Circuit Breakers
- DC Switching Panel
- Thermal breakers
- Isolator Switches
- Dual Voltage Shore Power System using Victron Isolation transformer
- 220v Victron 5kw Invertor Charger
- Tin PVC Wire with Proper Termination and Coding
- Courtesy Lights (blue) on Transom Steps
- Courtesy Lights (blue) down Interior Stairs
- Saloon Red Night Lights
- Red chart light
- LED Cabin Lights
- LED Saloon Lights
- LED strip Mood Lighting
- 1 X Single AC plug with USB port
- 2 X Double AC plug
- 3 x Single AC plug with Double USB port
- 5 x Single AC plug with switch
- 3 x Triple AC multi plug with Switch
- 1 x 12v Marenco Socket at helm
- 1 x 24v Marenco Socket in Cockpit
- Dimmer Light Controls in Saloon and Cabins
- 4 X Smoke Detectors
Plumbing
- 3 X Raritan Marine Electric Toilets 24V salt or fresh water cross over
- 3 X 38mm Diaphragm waste removal pumps
- 3 X Built-in Toilet Macerator Pumps
- 2 X Water Pumps
- 1 x Hot and Cold transom shower
- 1 X Saltwater Deck wash system (Starboard aft combing)
- 1 x Freshwater wash system (Port aft Combing)
- 1 x Freshwater anchor wash system (Starboard Forward Locker)
- 3 X Shower Waste Pumps
- 2 X Black Water Tanks
- 6 X Rule 1100Lphr Bilge pumps
Interior
- Modern Contemporary Design
- Woca Waxed Oil Finishes on all-Natural Oak Solid and Veneer Wood Surfaces
- 2k Sprayed Gloss Units and on White Doors
- Upholstered Headboards with Reading Lights
- White Vinyl Cladding on Ceiling and Vertical Areas
- Slightly Textured French Chartreuse Painted Surfaces on Walls
- Sunbrella Upholstery –light beige Leather
- Blind and Screens on all Hatches
- Como Samara Oak Hard-Wearing Flooring
Port and Starboard Mid Ship Lockers
- All Pumps and Through Hull and Skin Fittings Located in this Locker
- Aircon Shelf
- Blackwater Tanks
- Manual Bilge Pumps
- Automatic Bilge Pumps
- Water Strainers
- Tank Breathers
- Deck Fillers
- Non-Return Valves
- Strum Boxes
- Plumbing Manifolds
- Salt to Fresh Cross Over Valves
- Watertight DB Switch Box for Pumps and Aircons
- 1 x Port Side Pantry with 5 shelves and 1 x Door
Cabin Forward Port Side
- 1 X Forward Cabin
- 1 x Queen Size Island Bed (73 x 58)
- 1 x Upholstered Headboard (Blue)
- 2 x Headboard Reading Lights
- 2 x Ceiling LED Down Lights
- White Vinyl Ceiling & Wall Panels
- 1x 24 volt Fan
- 1 x Single AC Plug with Single USB Port
- 1 x Air Conditioner Outlet with Louvered Vent
- 1 X Hanging Cupboard with Aircon Through Hull Fitting Access
- 5 x Clothes Shelf Cupboards
- 1 X En-suite Head Sprayed 2k White spray Finish
- 1 X Raritan Electric Toilet
- 1 X Recessed Basin with Mixer Faucet
- 1 X Adjustable Shower Head with Hot/Cold Lever Control
- 1 x Teak Shower Grating
- 1 x Escape Hatch in Head
- 1 x Glass Shower Door
- 1 x Custom Stainless Steel Towel rail
- 1 x Vanity Cabinet with Mirror
Cabin Aft Port Side
- 1 x Aft Cabin
- 1 x Queen Size Bed (75 x 63)
- 1 X Upholstered Headboard (Blue)
- 2 X Headboard Reading Lights
- 2 x Ceiling LED Down Lights
- White Vinyl Ceiling panels
- 1 x Single AC Ploug with Double USB Port
- 1 x Air Conditioner Outlet with Louvered Vent
- 1x 24v Fan
- 1 X Hanging Cupboard
- 2 X Clothes Cupboards
- 1 X En-suite Head 2k White Gloss Finish
- 1 X Raritan Electric Toilet
- 1 X Basin with Faucet Mixer
- 1 X Showerhead with Hot/ Cold Lever Control
- 1 x Teak Shower Grating
- 1 x Vanity cabinet with Mirror
- 1 x Recessed Wash basin with Hot Cold Mixer Faucet
- 1 x Stainless Steel Hand/Towel rail
- 1 x Aft-facing Port Light
Owners Cabin Starboard
- 1 x Queen Size Bed (75”L x 63”W)
- 1 x Upholstered Headboard (Light beige)
- 2 X Headboard Reading Lights
- 2 x Ceiling LED Down Lights
- 1x 24v Fan at head of bed
- White Vinyl Ceiling Panels and outside wall
- 2 x Single AC Plug with Double USB Port
- 1 X Air Conditioner Outlet with Louvered Vent
- 2 x Midships Cupboards
- 3 x Clothes lockers
- 1 x Privacy Door Between Cabin and Saloon
- 1 x En-suite Head 2k White Gloss Finish
- 1 X Raritan Electric Toilet
- 1 X Wash basin with Hot Cold Mixer Faucet
- 1 X Showerhead with Hot/Cold Control Lever
- 1 X Shower Seat
- 1 X Glass Shower Door
- 1 x deep Vanity Cabinet with Mirror
- 1 x Electrical Access Door
- 1 x Aft-Facing Port light
- Upgraded LG Washing Machine & Dryer (2 separate units)
Starboard Forward Workshop
- Workbench (92”L) with Bench Vice
- Upgraded Workshop Stainless Steel Rail (92”L, opposite wall from workbench)
- Heavy Duty Rubber Worktop
- 8 X Storage Lockers
- Heavy Duty Rubber Flooring
- 1 X 220V AC plug point
- 1 X Escape Hatch
Galley
- Counter with upper cabinet
- 1 Air fryer/ Oven combo unit
- 1 Bread maker
- 2 Isotherm 160 L Drawer Fridge
- 2 Isotherm 160 L Drawer freezer
- 2 x Triple 220v Plug points with Switches
- 1 X Single Black undermount sink (27”L x 15”W)
- 1 X Hot/Cold Freshwater Faucet
- Galley Counters with Stainless Steel Railings
- Sliding Galley Window to Cockpit
- Fusion Stereo with 6 speakers (2 are in the outside Cockpit sealing)
- 6 deep drawers with lots of space
- 2 deep cabinets
Saloon
- Saloon seating in Leather (light beige)
- Upgraded 4 – 5kw Victron Multiplus (220w) Batteries and Invertors under Saloon Seating
- Upgraded Fusion Stereo with six speakers 4 in cockpit 2 saloon
- Natural Oak Wood grain Finish Saloon Table on Heavy Duty Drop-down Pedestals
- Forward Facing Navigation Systems Station
- 10 X LED Down Lights
- 6 x LED Mood lighting Strips
- 2 X Air Conditioner Outlets with Louvered Vent
- Oversized Electrical access door
- 1 x Single AC plug with Double USB ports
- 2x 24v Fans
Helm Station
- Bulkhead Helm
- Over Head Compass
- 2 X Rope Bins
- 2 X Person Helm Chair with Fold Down Footrest
- 1 x Helm Chair harness attachment point
- Helm Chair Cushions
- Composite Helm Shade Top with Stainless Legs
- Overhead Helm Window
- 360 Helm enclosure with Canvas boarders
Cockpit
- 2 X Side Access Doors (Unique to the Vision 444)
- 4 X Sliding Safety Bars in Sugar Scoops with Screw Locking
- 2 x Transom Wash boards
- 1 x fish filleting board plus BBQ stand
- 1 x Teak table with Canvas Cover
- 1 x Full Cover Hard Top Bimini
- 1 x Sliding Overhead Hatch to Port Side Cut out
- 5 x Cockpit Drains
- 1 x Large Cockpit Dump with Teak Grating
- 1 x Set off Saloon door Washboards
- 1 x Storage Locker Under Helm Seat
- 1 x Weber Aluminum Gas BBQ with composite Gas Cylinder
- 1 x Custom Built-in 100L Cockpit Cooler (variable thermostat)
- 1 X Heavy Duty Telescopic Transom Ladder
- 1 x Full Cockpit Canvas and Mesh Enclosure (dark grey)
- 1 x Set of Sunbrella Flannel Cockpit Cushions (match canvas dropdowns)
- Propane BBQ + 3 x 10kg composite propane cylinders
Anchoring, Mooring
- Lofrans 1500W Windlass two-foot switches
- Lofrans Remote Helm control and Chain Counter
- Anchor 33kg Rocna Original
- Anchor Bridle with Chain Claw
- Rubber Protection Matt in Anchor Locker
- Anti-Osmosis Epoxy barrier coating 3 coats
- 3 coats of Sigma Coatings Anti foul
- Prop Speed on Sail Drives and Props
- 100m Chain to Suit Windlass
- 8 X Fenders
- 4 X 6m Dock Lines Spliced
- 4 X 10m Dock lines Spliced
- 1 X Dinghy Davit system
Safety CAT Equipment
- 5 X Fire Extinguishers and 2 x fireballs
- Vinyl lettering and boat name (Excluding Custom Graphics)
- 1 x 8-man life raft
- 1 x Epirb
- 2 X Manual Hand Operated Bilge Pumps
- Jon-Buoy Self-Inflating System
- 4 x Standard Life Jackets
- 4 x DeckVest 6D 17ON (38 lb) Automatic lifejacket with integrated deck harness/Pro
- sensor Elite inflation system
- Flashlight
- Rigging Cutting Tool
- Lifelines
- Cockpit Harness Attachment Points
- 1 X Orange Smoke Flare
- 4 X Red Handheld Flare
- 4 X Red Rocket Flare
- Radar Reflector
- Watertight Capsize Bottle
- Space Blankets
- First Aid Kit
- Spares
- Tools
- Orange ID Sheet
- Signaling Mirror
- Handheld Compass
- Sound Signaling Device
- Code “N” & “C” Flags
- 2 X Black Balls
- Soft Wooden Bungs
- Emergency Nav Lights
Custom Exterior Options
- Outside cabinet and shelf, with electrical set up for a Dive compressor.
- Carbon Fiber Crane Davit
- Antenna pole
Custom Solar / Electrical Options
- 8 x 430 Watt Solar Panel array with carbon extensions
- 5 kw Victron Multiplus 220V
- 4 Victron Battery 24V 1x200Amp LIP04
- 2 x 16000BTU Velair VSD inverter Aircons
Tender
- SeaSUV 360 Foil-Smart Hydrofoil
Manufacturer Provided Description
Vision 444ES
The Vision 444 ES is an extension on the original flagship 444 model with an Extended Scoop. The boat offers all the same unique features of the Vision 444 but the Extended Scoop (0.4m) allows for easy access from the dock, easier loading and off-loading and additional space for diving, fishing and swimming.
Main sail area: 76.5 sq.m
Self tacking jib area 32.3 sq.m
Code 65: 62.5 sq.m
Gennaker: 145 sq.m
Elegance that’s more than skin deep...The state-of-the-art technologies that go into each Vision goes a lot deeper than their stately, head-turning, modern styling. Extensive research and testing combined with the latest composite engineering makes the Vision catamarans as safe, modern, mobile, technologically advanced and as cutting edge as you can get. The result is a blue water sailing catamaran that’s incredibly strong, sails efficiently, is spacious and forgiving – with the kind of all-round abilities, appeal, level of finish and attention to detail that you would never expect from a catamaran in this size and class. that it will keep its good looks, sailing appeal and investment value for decades. And certainty that you made the right choice.
The Vision delivers assertive results in all categories – Performance, Safety, Styling and Ergonomics – making it one of the surest, most principled and intelligent choices in a modern catamaran.
And one that offers the highest levels of owner satisfaction.Inspired by unlimited freedom. By choosing a Vision you can rest assured that your catamaran will give you decades of carefree leisure and pleasure. The performance it delivers and level of creature comforts you’ll experience exceed expectations and accepted standards.
The advanced composite engineering ensures strength, performance and weight-saving.
Premium components that work seamlessly with each other have been selected to deliver both a superbly tuned catamaran and an intuitive, user-friendly environment.
The helm design affords the skipper an elevated vantage point of the entire deck and sails which makes docking that much easier.Everything on handThe considered design and manufacturing expertise of the Vision’s sporty and sleek exterior permeates to the interior, where efficient use of space has been optimized.
Each and every counter, unit, fixture and fitting has been masterly crafted, and the generous saloon, cabins, galley and cockpit echo unmistakable quality. The interior of the Vision has been styled to match the new age aesthetic of the exterior.
Designed to have everything you need ‘at hand’ the layout is one of the most accessible and durable living spaces to date: there is nothing gimmicky here, and there are no loose components, only quality installations that will stand the test of time. Our luxurious living philosophy extends to the outdoors allowing the opportunity to relax and socialize, or sunbathe in the wind-protected area of the cockpit.
Motor, Performance and Power optionsIn building the Vision we have selected the optimum components which work seamlessly with each other, delivering both a superbly tuned catamaran yacht and an intuitive and user-friendly environment. It is this insight into what makes a perfect yacht, that makes the Vision so much more than the sum of its parts.
The Vision has the ideal weight-distributed engine placement (beneath the aft cabins), which allows for easier access, more space to work and ample lighting while performing maintenance or repairs at sea. Additionally, the engine position is much safer as there is no chance of it being swept overboard or the engine compartment being swamped by a wave.
Even its electrical system is innovative.
The Vision has a state-of-the-art 24v DC system which is as easy to maintain as it is to understand. The lightweight installation has convenient access points throughout the yacht which enables you to identify the source of any electrical problem, in the unlikely event you ever have one. The system is simple and effective, and you don’t need an electrical degree to keep it in perfect order.
Composite Strength
A sense of certainty in any sailing vessel begins with strength. We use an innovative resin-infused, foam-sandwich composite throughout all the components to form the Vision’s durable hulls. Decks are extra-tough while still maintaining impressive performance due to the weight-saving process.
The result is a better, lighter, faster, stronger and safer vessel which will hold its investment value longer.
• The process allows for a much stronger and lighter boat that improves performance.
• Optimisation of resin and fibres in the laminate structure increase strength.
• A highly controlled resin infusion process resulting in a mono-structure, means there is no temperature variation during the construction of the components, so every square inch of the hull is as strong and durable as the next.
• Powerful vacuums during the infusion processes reduce the ambient moisture in the forming process, creating integrity and quality that allows the sandwich composite construction to bond perfectly.
• The gel-coat is sprayed on and as a result can be applied in uniformity, giving a superb even finish creating the perfect platform for the processes that follow.
• Our closed environment methodology eliminates operator error.
• The resin infusion process sets stronger, far lighter and is longer lasting.
VISION 444
The Vision is the ultimate boat for cruising couples. Leading by example and thinking out of the box allows us to be pioneers of our trade.
Our passion for quality, craftsmanship and commitment to delivering a product nothing short of superior is the driving force behind our success in achieving our customer’s greatest satisfaction.
We are sailors at heart and have built the Vision to be enjoyed by like-minded sailors. There is an unmistakable feeling of certainty one gets from owning a Vision. Certainty that it will keep its good looks, sailing appeal and investment value for decades. And certainty that you made the right choice.
The Vision delivers assertive results in all categories – Performance, Safety, Styling and Ergonomics – making it one of the surest, most principled and intelligent choices in a modern catamaran.
A unique access door system in the cockpit gunwale allows easy access from the dock to board the Vision and it also makes it easy to replenish from a tender.
The engine rooms are easy to access. Lift up the lid like a car hood and pull out the locking lever-stay to secure. There is a dedicated seat to sit on when working on the engine and dedicated tools in each engine room which makes servicing a pleasure. Engines can be removed without disassembling the vessel.
The unbelievably spacious cockpit has numerous large lockers that can store cockpit cushions, fishing rods and even short surfboards.
All the decks are level and clear of ropes, giving you the confidence to move around safely. The mainsheet bridle system is easy and safe to use in conjunction with the self- tacking jib.
The rudders are calibrated to work in conjunction with sails meaning there is no stalling in tacks or general turning. You can get through a tack with hardly any speed loss.
Built By Sailors for Sailors
The boat has a dedicated locker system in the port and starboard hulls. Large, easily accessible storage allows you to open one door to access all your through-hull fittings and pumps, in one contained area.
The navigation station faces forward which is a great feature when making passage. Sitting in this area you get a clear view looking forward, so when you’re filling in logs you can still keep an eye on the ocean.
The onboard workshop is a unique feature to the Vision. It has won us awards and makes it the perfect, ergonomic work space when tending to day-to-day activities.
Performance and Strength
The Vision has the ideal weight-distributed engine placement (beneath the aft cabins), which allows for easier access, more space to work and ample lighting while performing maintenance or repairs at sea.
The Vision has a state-of-the-art 24v DC system which is as easy to maintain as it is to understand. The lightweight installation has convenient access points throughout the yacht which enables you to identify the source of any electrical problem, in the unlikely event you ever have one. The system is simple and effective, and you don’t need an electrical degree to keep it in perfect order.
The advanced composite engineering ensures strength, performance and weight-saving.
We use an innovative resin-infused, foam sandwich technology with E glass throughout, to form the durable hulls. Optimisation of resin and fibres in the laminate structure increase strength. A highly controlled resin infusion process resulting in a mono-structure, means there is no temperature variation during the construction of the components, so every square inch of the hull is as strong and durable as the next. Decks are extra-tough while still maintaining impressive performance due to the weight-saving process.
The result is a better, lighter, faster, stronger and safer vessel which will hold its investment value longer.
Each and every counter, unit, fixture and fitting has been masterly crafted, and the generous saloon, cabins, galley and cockpit echo unmistakable quality.
The interior consists of the spacious starboard owners cabin and two port guest cabins. The flow and headspace in the cabins has been designed for maximum comfort and freedom of movement.
Designed to have everything you need ‘at hand’ the layout is one of the most accessi- ble and durable living spaces to date: there is nothing gimmicky here, and there are no loose components, only quality installations that will stand the test of time.
Our luxurious living philosophy extends to the outdoors allowing the opportunity to relax and socialize, or sunbathe in the wind-protected area of the cockpit.
The considered design and manufacturing expertise of the Vision’s sporty and sleek exterior permeates to the interior, where efficient use of space has been optimized.
Elegant Living with Everything on Hand
The Vision 444 is the original flagship model that started the Vision Yachts journey. Designed as the perfect combination of style, elegance and performance, this is the ultimate cruising catamaran for couples. The Vision 444 was awarded the Cruising World Boat of the Year Award 2024 for Cruising Catamarans under 50ft.
Vision 444ES
The Vision 444 ES is an extension on the original flagship 444 model with an Extended Scoop. The boat offers all the same unique features of the Vision 444 but the Extended Scoop (0.4m) allows for easy access from the dock, easier loading and off-loading and additional space for diving, fishing and swimming.
Specifications
LOA: 13.53m
LWL: 13.35m
BOA: 7.60m
Draft: 1.17m
Air draft: 19.47m
Displacement: 11.32 Tons (Light craft condition)
Cabins: 3
Main sail area: 76.5 sq.m
Self tacking jib area: 32.3 sq.m
Code 65: 62.5 sq.m
Gennaker: 145 sq.m
Headroom in hulls: 1.9m
Headroom in bridgedeck: 2.1m
Engines: Nanni 38hp
Keel type: Mini keels
About Us
Vision Yachts is based in the sailing paradise of Knysna, South Africa. Vision is currently the largest catamaran builder in the area with nine production zones where boats rotate through the production line.
South Africa builds approximately 25% of the world’s cruising catamarans and is renowned for producing quality boats that stand the test of time.
We prioritize continuous training and innovation to stay at the forefront of the yachting industry. Our dedicated and motivated team consistently strives for excellence, ensuring every yacht we build meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Through our commitment to cutting-edge technology and skilled craftsmanship, Vision Yachts remains a leader in luxury yacht manufacturing.
We are proud winners of the Cruising World 2024 Boat of the Year in the Cruising Catamaran Under 50ft class.
VISION 444
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.