Sail Faster, Stay Longer.
Sail Faster.
Arrive Sooner.
Stay Longer.
Designed Around the Way People Really Sail
The Cure 48GT was conceived for sailors who believe the journey should be every bit as rewarding as the destination.
Built entirely in carbon by McConaghy, it combines exhilarating sailing performance with effortless handling and genuine offshore capability. Every aspect of the boat has been carefully considered to reduce complexity, lower sailing loads and maximise the enjoyment of every mile.
Fast enough to shorten passages.
Comfortable enough to stay longer.
Simple enough to sail with confidence.
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Designed with Purpose
One philosophy. Five principles.
From lightweight construction and intuitive sailing systems to offshore capability and the expertise of McConaghy, every element of the Cure 48GT has been considered with a single purpose: to make every mile more rewarding.
Every kilogram matters.
Full carbon construction delivers exceptional structural stiffness while reducing weight throughout the yacht.
The result is a boat that accelerates more readily, carries lower sailing loads and remains beautifully balanced across a wide range of conditions.
Designed to Feel Natural.
From the articulating helm stations to the carefully considered deck layouts, every control falls naturally to hand.
Reduced sail loads, intuitive line management and excellent visibility allow couples to sail confidently while remaining fully connected to the experience.
Stay Longer. Explore Further.
A carefully integrated electrical architecture, generous lithium capacity, extensive solar generation and premium onboard systems allow owners to spend more time exploring and less time managing the boat.
Behind every Cure stands more than fifty years of composite innovation.
Built by McConaghy, every yacht benefits from engineering expertise developed across America's Cup campaigns, Sydney to Hobart winners, luxury superyachts and some of the world's most technically demanding composite projects.
Ready to sail from the day she's delivered.
Every Cure has been specified as a complete offshore cruising package from the outset.
Rather than asking owners to navigate lengthy options lists, we've selected the equipment we believe belongs on a serious performance cruising catamaran. The result is a yacht that's genuinely ready to sail from the day she's delivered.
Specifications
Hull & Structure
- Hull Length
- 14.65m / 48'1"
- LOA (incl. bowsprit)
- 15.25m / 50'0"
- Max Beam
- 8.45m / 27'9"
- Draft (daggerboards up)
- 1.30m / 4'3"
- Draft (daggerboards down)
- 2.25m / 7'5"
- Bridge deck clearance
- 0.80m / 3'3"
- Lightship displacement
- 9,500 kg / 20,944 lbs
- Fully loaded displacement
- 14,000 kg / 31,967 lbs
- Mast height (above waterline)
- 21.0m / 68'11"
- Sail area (main & jib)
- 130 m² / 1,400 ft²
- Hull
- Full Carbon Fibre
- Longeron / Forebeam / Stanchions
- Moulded Carbon Fibre
- CE Category
- A (Ocean)
- Designer / Builder
- Bury Design / McConaghy Boats
Equipment
- Mast & Boom
- McConaghy MC1 Carbon Fibre
- Sails
- North Sails NPL Tour Xi
- Deck Hardware
- Harken / Antal
- Navigation
- B&G (Zeus S, NAC-3, Halo20+)
- Helms
- Bespoke carbon w/ integrated nav console
- Engines
- 2× Yanmar 45HP Diesel w/ SD60 saildrives
- Battery
- 20 kWh Lithium
- Inverter
- 2× Victron MultiPlus II 6,500W
- Solar
- 2.5 kW array
- Fuel capacity
- 800 L (2 × 400L)
- Fresh water capacity
- 800 L (2 × 400L)
- Watermaker
- Schenker Smart 100 L/hr
- Galley
- Full Electric (induction + oven)
Performance
Designed to reward every mile.
Performance isn't simply about top speed.
It is about arriving earlier, sailing comfortably in a wider range of conditions and making every passage more enjoyable.
Every Cure has been designed to deliver predictable, confidence-inspiring performance whether you're coastal cruising or crossing oceans.
Polars
Sail Plan
Understanding the Polar Diagram
The coloured curves represent predicted boat speed across a range of true wind speeds and sailing angles. The further a curve extends from the centre, the faster the yacht is travelling under those conditions.
Looking across the diagram reveals two important characteristics:
- how efficiently the yacht sails upwind
- how rapidly speed builds as the wind moves aft.
Rather than focusing on one impressive number, the polar demonstrates something far more important — consistently high average passage speeds across a wide range of real-world sailing conditions.
A Rig Designed Around Efficiency
The Cure 48GT has not been designed around carrying the biggest possible sail plan. It has been designed around carrying the right one.
Because full carbon construction dramatically reduces displacement, the yacht simply doesn't require oversized overlapping headsails to deliver exceptional performance.
Instead, the Cure employs a self-tacking jib that provides balance, excellent pointing ability and effortless short-handed sailing. Tacking requires little more than turning the wheel, eliminating additional sheets, winches and deck clutter associated with large overlapping genoas.
The result is a cleaner deck layout, reduced sail handling and a yacht that remains rewarding to sail without becoming demanding.
The powerful square-top mainsail provides the majority of the driving force, while reaching sails such as the gennaker can be deployed quickly when conditions allow. It's a philosophy that places efficiency and simplicity ahead of complexity.
VMG polar data — True Wind Speed 10–25kts. Data supplied by Bury Design.
North Sails NPL Tour Xi — Square Top Mainsail (86m²), Self-Tacking Jib (44m²), Easy-Furling Gennaker (190m²)
Layout
Every centimetre considered.
Available in a three cabin layout, the Cure 48GT has been designed to maximise natural light, practical storage and everyday usability while maintaining exceptional weight distribution throughout the yacht.
Ownership Begins Here.
Buying a Cure is only the beginning.
From factory communication and build updates through to handover, onboard training and worldwide support, every owner is guided through an experience designed to build confidence from day one.
Designed to Be Sailed
Experience the raw power and refined luxury of the Cure GT series through our dedicated cinematic gallery.
Built with the World's Leading Marine Brands
Every component has been selected to deliver reliability, performance and confidence offshore.
Designed for sailors who love sailing
Questions about the Cure 48GT.
Choosing the right catamaran is a significant decision. Here are the questions we're asked most often about the Cure 48GT.
Let's Start the Conversation
Whether you're comparing models, planning extended cruising or simply beginning your research, we'd be delighted to discuss your plans.