2001 Malcolm Tennant 52 Gato MalFull Details52 ft 2001 Malcolm Tennant 52, Gato MalBoat DetailsMake: Malcolm TennantModel: 52Year: 2001Length: 52 ftCondition: UsedClass: Power CatamaranHull Material: FiberglassBeam: 22 ftName: Gato MalFuel Type: DieselMax Draft: 5 ftDescriptionGato Mal 52 Custom Malcolm Tennant Power Catamaran (2001)Built by Pachoud Yachts of Tauranga, New Zealand, Gato Mal is a proven, expedition-ready power catamaran designed by renowned naval architect Malcolm Tennant. Constructed in solid fiberglass with cored modular topsides, she was purpose-built for blue-water voyagingcombining impressive range, efficiency, and offshore capability.Her dual helm stations (pilothouse, flybridge) and twin Cummins 6BT 270 HP diesels with Hundestat variable-pitch propellers deliver outstanding maneuverability and redundancy.Meticulously maintained and extensively refitted from 20232025, Gato Mal now benefits from a complete repaint, updated Garmin electronics suite, rebuilt engines and transmissions, new batteries, and many thoughtful upgrades throughout.This New Zealand-built catamaran has cruised the Pacific extensively and is currently lying in Costa Rica, ready for her next adventure.Principal SpecificationsVessel Name: Gato MalYear Launched: 2001Designer: Malcolm TennantBuilder: Pachoud Yachts (New Zealand)Length Overall: 52 ftBeam: 22 ftDraft: 5 ftDisplacement: 18 GWTHull Material: FiberglassDeck Material: FiberglassConstruction: Solid fiberglass hull with polyester resin; cored fiberglass deck, bridge, hardtop, and house; longitudinal and transverse reinforcement throughout; foam coring in select areas.Rudder / Steering: Hydraulic steering, three drive stationsRegistration: U.S. CG DocumentedAntifouling: July 2025Paint / Finish: Full repaint & polish September 2025Engines Engines: (2) Cummins 6BT 270 HP diesels (2001) Engine Hours: 3,670 (SB) / 679 (PORT rebuilt 2025) Drive Type: Straight shaft with Hundestat VPP variable-pitch propellers (4-blade 31") Cruise Speed: 910 kn Max Speed: 14 kn Fuel Type: Diesel Fuel Capacity: 1,500 gal Water Capacity: 330 gal Steering: Hydraulic Last Service: July 2025Electrical & Power Systems House Batteries: (6) Odyssey 4D (new July 2025) Engine Batteries: (2) Optima Blue Top 12 V 1000 MCA / 800 CCA (new July 2025) Battery Charger/Inverter: Xantrex SW Series Inverter/Charger Battery Switch Location: Passageway between galley and pilothouse 12 V System: Yes 24 V System: Yes Shore Power: Glendinning Cablemaster 240 V / 50 A (replaced 2024) Transformers: Esco Power-50 ES50M-65N + (2) Charles ISO 12 KVA (110 220 V) Generator: Onan 12 kW MDKAL 5,369 hrs (Dedicated Optima start battery) Air Conditioning: (3) Webasto FCF 16,000 BTU compressors Heating: Diesel heating system Watermaker: Wiring in place for future unit Solar / Wind: None Washer: YesNavigation & Electronics(All electronics new in 2022) (2) Garmin GPSMAP 8616 XSV 16" MFDs Garmin Doppler Radar Garmin Autopilot & MSC 10 Marine Satellite Compass Airmar Wind Instruments Garmin VHF 315 + Vesper Cortez portable VHF Navionics App on iPad Starlink Internet TV and StereoAccommodations Cabins: 2 Berths: 2 doubles (convertible guest berth to 2 singles) Heads: 3 (fresh water manual flush) Showers: 2 Holding Tanks: (3) 2 100 gal + 1 15 gal (day head) Hot Water: Electric & engine heat exchangeGalley Appliances: Propane (4-burner) Parmco stove + oven; Magic Chef microwave Refrigeration: Frigidaire 12 V Freezer: 12 V (Starboard bow compartment) Sink: Yes Gas Alarm/Auto Shut-off: Yes Counter Seating: New custom wood stools (2025) Flooring: Refinished Sept 2025Safety Equipment (12) Adult Type II / (2) Adult Type V inflatable life jackets (2) Throwable Type IV horseshoe rings with retrieval lines Portable fire extinguishers (exp 2026) Fixed fire suppression system (3 units; re-cert scheduled 2025) Visual distress gear (exp 10/2028) Ocean Signal RescueMe EPIRB1 (batt exp 11/2027) Navigation lights, horn, searchlights (2) Weems & Plath C-1001 strobe High-water alarms (3 per hull) Comprehensive medical kits ABYC placards and compliance equipmentGround Tackle (2) Lewmar Delta Plough anchors (~88 lb each) ~200 of 3/8 galvanized chain Maxwell windlass (6" capstan / 8" gypsy) serviced Aug 2025 ~150 of nylon rodeTenders & Accessories Tender: 11 BW with 20 HP Suzuki outboard Crane/Davit: OceanLift Crane Swim Ladder: Extended (2022) Deck Wash: Salt & Fresh water Deck Shower: Hot & Cold Bimini: Yes Cockpit Cushions: Yes Air Pump: Portable (not mounted) Additional Gear: Boat hook, lines, fenders, spares, kayak brackets, BBQ optionalRefit & Maintenance HighlightsPrevious Owner Upgrades:TV replacement, generator overhaul, fire system updates, steering repairs, new battery monitor, electrical and plumbing refits, paint buffing, water filtration install, Hundestat system conversion, and more.Current Owner (20232025): New Garmin navigation package ($80k) New BW dinghy & removable chocks New shore power system, house & start batteries Full bottom paint (July 2025) Full hull and topside paint (AugSept 2025) Windows and hatches re-bedded Starlink installed Kayak mounts added New engine through-hull (Starboard 2025) Port engine completely rebuilt Windlass chain wheel replaced & rewired Alternators rebuilt (2023)Cruising & HistoryOriginally launched in New Zealand, Gato Mal cruised through the South Pacific to Hawaii, then to Southern California, and later to the Pacific Northwest. Shes since voyaged down the U.S. West Coast, Baja, the Sea of Cortez, and onward to Costa Rica, where she is currently based.Special Features Global-range expedition design (3,000+ NM range running single engine with feathered prop) Three drive stations for optimal control and docking ease Exceptional sea-keeping and efficiency from Malcolm Tennants multi-hull design