1998 Custom 49'

14.94 m
$ 200,000 USD
Carinya House, 1/173-175 Brisbane Road, PO Box 154557AustraliaMooloolaba Queensland 4557 Australia
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1998 Custom 49' Kurt Hughes 49

  • 14.94 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Catamaran
Phuket, Thailand
In Stock #2837493Available

1998 Custom Kurt Hughes 49

49' (14.94 m) Tou Tai

Tou Tai is a remarkable 49-foot sailing catamaran, designed for long distance cruising while delivering both performance and comfort. A true standout in her class, this three-cabin vessel has been meticulously cared for by her original owner since new, always used privately and never chartered.

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Port of Registry: London, UK

Phuket, Thailand
   Vessel ID: 2837493
FEATURES:
Tenders: 2 Cholamark 2.60m / 8.53ft Tender Outboard - 2 Yamaha 3Hp 2-stroke, 1 Yamaha 5Hp 2-stroke

1998 Custom 49' Kurt Hughes 49

  • 14.94 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Catamaran
Phuket, Thailand
In Stock #2837493Available

$ 200,000 USD

$ 273,890 CAD*
€ 170,263 Euros*
£ 148,876 GBP*
*estimated foreign exchange

Description

1998 Kurt Hughes 49 | Tou Tai


Tou Tai is a remarkable 49-foot sailing catamaran, designed for long distance cruising while delivering both performance and comfort. A true standout in her class, this three-cabin vessel has been meticulously cared for by her original owner since new, always used privately and never chartered, and has extensively explored the waters of Southeast Asia.

 

Built to withstand the rigors of long-range cruising while remaining light and fast, Tou Tai’s hulls were constructed using triple planking, cylinder-moulded and vacuum-bagged for superior strength-to-weight ratio, then epoxy-coated and glassed over with a WEST system and beautifully faired and finished with a durable polyurethane paint system that has been expertly maintained.


The interior is light, spacious, and inviting, finished in high-gloss white to create a serene, ‘zen’ atmosphere and enhance the sense of space and light. The small cockpit, with its central helm station, opens into the airy saloon and galley through two folding weather doors, allowing for great ventilation with fully-opening forward-facing windows for optimal airflow.

 

The well-appointed galley features a double stainless-steel sink with both fresh and seawater foot-pumps, a 2-burner gas stove, 12v fridge, and a stylish high-gloss varnished timber dining table. Forward on the bridgedeck, a full-width settee offers additional seating and ample storage beneath. There is also a 12v freezer and well-equipped chart table with GPS/AIS, a chart plotter and VHF radio.

 

The guest hull on the port side features one double bed, a single bunk midship, and a bathroom, while the owner’s hull to starboard includes a fore-and-aft cabin, a library, wardrobe and bathroom.


Staying true to the KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid) philosophy, Tou Tai has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind. The vessel’s systems are very straightforward, enabling you to make repairs almost anywhere in the world without specialized tools or services.

 

Overall, she features minimal electrical systems - another key advantage for long-term cruising in remote areas. For example, the gravity-fed toilets in each hull eliminate the need for electric pumps, and the only electrical pumps onboard are for the freshwater deck shower, seawater washdown and engine compartment bilge pumps.


Despite her 49-foot length and 29-foot beam, Tou Tai remains impressively light, with a displacement of just 5,450kg in lightship condition and 8,165kg when fully loaded. Her fractional tripod rig and rotating mast, combined with her lightweight design, sleek hulls, and massive daggerboards, give her excellent speed and agility.

 

In fact, Tou Tai outpaces many production yachts, making her a fast and efficient cruiser. Should the need arise, raising the daggerboards allows her to be safely beached, and also offers versatility in shallow, remote locations.


Tou Tai is the ideal choice for sailors seeking a sturdy, lightweight, and simple catamaran with fast cruising capabilities. Whether you're planning long-distance voyages or exploring exotic locales, this vessel is ready to take you places in style and comfort.

LOA49'

LOA14.94''

Beam29'

Draft Max Feet7'

Draft Max Inch9''

Draft Min Feet4'

Draft Min Inch5''

Fuel Tank (Gallons)190.2

Fuel Tank (Liters)720

Fresh Water (Gallons)406.83

Fresh Water (Liters)1540

TypeSail

ConditionUsed

Specifications

Name

Tou Tai

Stock Number

Tou Tai

Stock

Yes

Sail-Used

Year

1998

7'9"

4'5"

Cabins

4

Sleeps

7

Single Berths

3

Heads

2

Maximum Speed

9 Knots

Cruise Speed

7 Knots

Fuel Type

Diesel

Hull Material

Epoxy Composite

Hull Shape

Catamaran

Air Conditioning

Yes

190.2 Gallons (720 Liters)

406.83 Gallons (1540 Liters)

Displacement

5440

Designer

Kurt Hughes

Builder

Boatshop Philippines Inc.

Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Yanmar
  • ModelEngine Model: 4JH2E 4 Cylinder diesel
  • Power HPPower HP: 51.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 38.03
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • HoursHours: 2819.00
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Port
  • Serial NumberSerial Number: 10773

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Yanmar
  • ModelEngine Model: 4JH2E 4 Cylinder diesel
  • Power HPPower HP: 51.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 38.03
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • HoursHours: 2819.00
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Starboard
  • Serial NumberSerial Number: 10793
  • Engine Quantity2
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    General Arrangement

    Tou Tai 49ft Custom Yacht For Sale

    Inventory - Tou Tai

    Full Details

    Inventory - Tou Tai

    Vessel Name - Tou Tai

    Make - Kurt Hughes

    Model - 49

    Year - 1998

    Length - 14.94m / 49ft                

    Beam - 8.84m / 29ft                    

    Draft rudders up - 1.37m / 4.50ft                          

    Draft rudders down - 1.68m / 5.50ft                    

    Draft boards down - 2.38m / 7.80ft                     

    Air Height - 18.29m / 60ft                         

    Displacement - 5,440 Kg / 12,000lbs

    Fuel Capacity - 720 L

    Water Capacity - 1,540 L

    Hull Material - Luan Marine Ply 3 layers, epoxy and fibreglass WEST system

    Deck Material - Luan Marine Ply, epoxy & fibreglass

    Designer - Kurt Hughes

    Builder - Boatshop Philippines Inc.

    Place of Registration – London, UK

    Registration Number - 901731

    Registration Expiry - 21 February 2029

    Number of Helms & Position - 1

    Lying - Thailand

    Last Antifouling - November 2024. Black antifouling paint

     

    Engines

    Number of Engines - 2

    Engine Make - Yanmar

    Engine Model - 4JH2E, 4 Cylinder diesel

    Horsepower - 51 Hp / 37 kW

    1st Engine Number - 10773 - Port side

    1st Engine Hours - 2,819 Hrs

    2nd Engine Number - 10793 - Starboard side

    2nd Engine Hours - 2,819 Hrs

    Last Service - 2020 Port side & 2022 Starboard side

    Fuel Consumption - Approximately 2.75 L / Hr / Engine

    Fuel Type - Diesel

    Maximum Speed - 8-9 Knots

    Cruise Speed - 7 Knots

    Propellers - 3 Blade feathering

    Drive Type - Shaft with flexible coupling

    Steering System - Hydraulic with kick-up rudders

     

    Accommodation

    Cabins - 4

    Single Berths - 3

    Double Berths - 2

     

    Bathrooms

    Showers - 1

    Heads - 2

    Heads Type - Lavac manual seawater flush

     

    Galley

    Galley Location - Saloon aft

    Refrigeration - Front loaded 12v

    Freezer - Top loaded 12v

    Stove - Local 2 burner gas

    Sink - 2 Stainless steel

     

    Electronics

    Depth Sounder - Lowrance HDS7 at chart table, Raymarine at helm

    Autopilot - Raymarine P70

    Wind Instruments - Raymarine I60

    AIS Auto ID System - Vespermarine AIS transceiver, GPS / AIS display

    GPS - 1 Matsutec, 1 Garrmin GPS 72H handheld

    VHF - Icom IC-M330

    VHF - Icom IC-M1V, Standard Horizon HX300

    Stereo - JVC KD-BT1

     

    Batteries

    Battery House - 2 LifePO4 180Ah

    Battery Engine - From house bank

    Inverter - Heart Interface Freedom 20

    Battery Charger - Victron BlueSolar 100/30, 100/50 Victron BlueSolar MPPT

     

    Electrical Equipment

    Solar Panels - 4

    Inverter - Heart Interface Freedom 20

    Alternator - 2 Engine mounted 55A

    Shore Power - 2 x 220v / 50A

     

    Sail Inventory

    Mast Material - Wood & Epoxy

    Standing Rig Material - Stainless steel wire Dyform rig

    Standing Rig Age - 2016

    Age of Sails - 2024

    Main Sails - Fully battened, 2 reefs. Dacron crosscut, 63.17m2

    Headsails - 140% roller furling Genoa. Dacron crosscut, 30.67m2

    Screecher / Gennaker - 80m2 Spinnaker hardly ever used, 1 Screecher rarely used

    Bowsprit - Yes

    Furlers - 1

    Winches - 7 Enkes

    Notes - Bosun's Chair

     

    Safety Equipment

    Bilge Electric - 4 Low-level 12v submersible bilge pumps

    Life Jackets - 11

    Life Ring - 2 Horseshoe type, 1 Plastic ring

    Fire Extinguisher - 2 Dry chemical 1 Kg, Fire rating 2A-2B, 2 Fire blankets

     

    Ground Tackle

    Anchor - Galvanized CQR-type anchor, Weight 27 Kgs

    Chain / Rope - 3/8" 50m Galvanized chain with 50m rode

    Spare Anchor - Galvanized 9 Kg

    Chain / Rope - Rodes for spare anchors in deck lockers

    Windlass - 12v Lofrans Tigres

     

    Deck Gear & Accessories

    Tender - 2 Cholamark 2.60m / 8.53ft

    Tender Outboard - 2 Yamaha 3Hp 2-stroke, 1 Yamaha 5Hp 2-stroke

    Deck Wash - 12v Seawater pump for deck & anchor wash

    Deck Shower - 12v Freshwater pump for single deck shower

    Enclosures - Full sunbrella foredeck awning

    BBQ - Force 10 stainless steel

    Mooring Lines / fenders - Adequately provided

    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.

    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.

    Contact

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

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

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Patrick Gilot.

    Tou Tai 49ft Custom Yacht For Sale
    Patrick Gilot
    Yacht Broker

    Carinya House

    1/173-175 Brisbane Road

    PO Box 15

    Mooloolaba Queensland 4557 Australia