2002 Fountaine Pajot 46'

14.02 m
$ 249,000 USD
Nanny Cay Marina, , VG1120BVINanny Cay Tortola VG1120 BVI
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2002 Fountaine Pajot 46'

  • 14.02 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Catamaran
St John, Virgin Islands (US)
In Stock #2828835$249,000 negotiable

2002 Fountaine Pajot

46' (14.02 m) Rainbow Rider

“Rainbow Rider” offers sleek lines, incredible interior space, and great performance. Well-equipped for cruising, ready for comfortable sailing, and comes with up graded SD60 Sail drive, new fore stay and a fresh bottom job.

St John, Virgin Islands (US)
   Vessel ID: 2828835
FEATURES:
   Engine 2009
   SD60 Sail drive 2023
   Mainsail 2021
   Electric winch
   Popular Model
Notable Upgrades: Bottom Paint Jan 2025 Gelcoat touch ups 2025 New Forestay (in the process of being installed) Main sail 2021 SD60s 2023

2002 Fountaine Pajot 46'

  • 14.02 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Catamaran
St John, Virgin Islands (US)
In Stock #2828835$249,000 negotiable

$ 249,000 USD

$ 347,168 CAD*
221,323 Euros*
£ 187,161 GBP*
*estimated foreign exchange

Description

Rainbow Rider is a popular Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46, offering a perfect balance of performance, comfort, and reliability for extended cruising or liveaboard adventures. With a spacious layout, excellent sailing capabilities, and recent upgrades, she is ready to set sail!



Key Features & Recent Upgrades:

Bottom Paint (Jan 2025)

Gelcoat Touch-ups (2025) – Keeping the exterior in top shape

New Forestay (Being Installed)

Main Sail (2021)

SD60 Saildrives (2023)

New Autopilot Arm (2023)


Whether you're planning island-hopping excursions or bluewater crossings, Rainbow Rider is a fantastic choice for sailors seeking a well-equipped and well-loved cruising catamaran.


Available for co brokerage

LOA46'

LOA14.02''

LOD45'

Beam22'

Draft Max Feet4'

Draft Max Inch3''

Draft Min Feet4'

Draft Min Inch3''

Bridge Clearance Feet62'

Fuel Tank (Gallons)95

Fuel Tank (Liters)359.61

Fresh Water (Gallons)210

Fresh Water (Liters)794.94

Holding Tank (Gallons)40

Holding Tank (Liters)151.42

TypeSail

ConditionUsed

Specifications

Name

Rainbow Rider

HIN/IMO

FPA11110k203

Sail-Used

Year

2002

Documented Year

2002

4'3"

4'3"

Cabins

4

Sleeps

8

Single Berths

2

Heads

4

Maximum Speed

8 Knots

Cruise Speed

6 Knots

Range NMI

200

Fuel Type

Diesel

Super Structure Material

Fiberglass

Hull Material

Fiberglass

Hull Finish

Gel Coat

Hull Shape

Catamaran

95 Gallons (359.61 Liters)

210 Gallons (794.94 Liters)

40 Gallons (151.42 Liters)

Gross Tonnage

15

Displacement

22000

Dry Weight

19841

Designer

Joubert-Nivelt

Interior Designer

Fountaine Pajot Design Team

Builder

Fountaine Pajot

Interior Color

Light wood finishes with neutral upholstery

Exterior Color

White hull

Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Yanmar
  • ModelEngine Model: 3JH3E
  • YearEngine Year: 2009
  • Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Sail
  • Power HPPower HP: 40.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 29.83
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • HoursHours: 3000.00
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Port

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Yanmar
  • ModelEngine Model: 3JH3E
  • YearEngine Year: 2009
  • Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Sail
  • Power HPPower HP: 40.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 29.83
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • HoursHours: 3000.00
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Starboard
  • Engine Quantity2
  • Generators

    Generator 1

    • Generator Make: Honda
    • Generator Model: 2000

    Full Details

    Additional Information


    Engines

    • Make/Model: Yanmar Diesel 3JH3E
    • Power: 40 HP each
    • Quantity: 2
    • Sail Drive: SD60
    • Engine Hours approx 3000


    Tankage (Approximate)

    • Fuel: 106 gallons (1 aluminum tank)
    • Water: 227 gallons (2 aluminum tanks)
    • Holding: 11 gallons (4 tanks)

    Performance (Approximate)

    • Cruising Speed: 7 knots @ 2500 RPM
    • Maximum Speed: 8 knots @ 3500 RPM


    Interior Layout


    • Cabins:
    • Sleeping cabins in each hull, arranged as mirror images.
    • Forward cabins feature:
    • Small forepeak single berth
    • Double berth (fore and aft layout)
    • Ensuite head and shower
    • Passageways:
    • Single berth (inboard side)
    • Hanging locker (outboard side)
    • Aft cabins feature:
    • Double berth (athwartships layout)
    • Ensuite head
    • Salon:
    • Semi-circular settee with triangular dining table
    • Navigation station aft of the dining area
    • Galley:
    • U-shaped design with:
    • Double stainless-steel sinks
    • Built-in dish drainer
    • Large top-opening refrigerator/freezer
    • Eno 3-burner propane stove with oven and broiler


    Galley & Water Systems

    • Features:
    • Stainless steel sink, Corian, and aluminum countertops
    • Alder/Barbor 12v refrigerator/freezer (2008)
    • Pressurized fresh water system
    • Water heater and dockside fresh water


    Deck & Hull

    • Anchoring System:
    • 55lb Delta primary anchor with 150ft chain
    • 35lb Delta secondary anchor with chain
    • Features:
    • Dinghy davits, bimini top, dodger/sprayhood
    • Swim boarding ladder, life jackets, cockpit table


    Electronics & Navigation

    • Systems:
    • Raymarine ST7002 Autopilot with new control arm 2023
    • Garmin 126 GPS
    • Raytheon 420 chart plotter
    • Raymarine ST60 depth sounder, speed & logs
    • Raytheon ST60 wind speed & direction indicator


    Electrical Systems

    • Power Sources:
    • (3) AGM 4D & 8D house batteries
    • (2) Optima engine batteries
    • 220V AC and 12V DC power
    • Additional:
    • 700W Chicago inverter
    • Xantrax 40A battery charger (2008)
    • Honda Generator


    Sails & Rigging


    • Rig Type: Sloop with deck-stepped Z-Spar mast
    • Sails:
    • Full battened mainsail 2021
    • Furling North genoa
    • Winches: Electic Winch for halyard
    • Multiple Lewmar self-tailing winches
    • Forstay new 2025

    Mechanical Equipment

    • Bilge Pumps: (4) Whale electric, (1) manual
    • Steering: Solimar manual steering wheel
    • Safety: Propane shut-off valve, fire extinguishers


    Mechanical Disclaimer

    Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

    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.

    Contact

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Elizabeth Day We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Elizabeth Day. We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Elizabeth Day.

    Rainbow Rider 46ft Fountaine Pajot Yacht For Sale
    Elizabeth Day

    Nanny Cay Marina

    Nanny Cay Tortola VG1120 BVI