1998 Custom 49'
14.94 m
1998 Custom 49' Kurt Hughes 49
- 14.94 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Catamaran
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
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1998 Custom 49' Kurt Hughes 49
- 14.94 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Catamaran
$ 200,000 USD
$ 273,890 CAD*€ 170,263 Euros*£ 148,876 GBP*
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
Tou Tai
Tou Tai
Yes
Sail-Used
1998
7'9"
4'5"
4
7
3
2
9 Knots
7 Knots
Diesel
Epoxy Composite
Catamaran
Yes
190.2 Gallons (720 Liters)
406.83 Gallons (1540 Liters)
5440
Kurt Hughes
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
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General Arrangement
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.
Patrick Gilot
Yacht Broker
Carinya House
1/173-175 Brisbane Road
PO Box 15
Mooloolaba Queensland 4557 Australia
