Seawind 850

Seawind 850 XL from 1995 is now offered For Sale exclusively with DBY Boat Sales.

The Seawind 850 XL is praised as a great entry-level cruising catamaran, known for its simple, functional design, compact size, and ability to sail short-handed, featuring a versatile cockpit/saloon area, good accommodation for its size (sleeping 4-7), and solid performance with battened main, furling headsail and powerful 2008 model Honda 20HP outboard. Reviews highlight its excellent space utilization, level sailing, easy handling, and robust build.


    Design: A compact catamaran designed by Scott Jutson, precursor to the popular Seawind 1000, balancing performance and comfort.
    Sailing: Easily sailed short-handed with furling headsail and stack pack main with lazy jacks; performs well in moderate winds, reaching 6.5-8 knots upwind.

Accommodation & Layout

    Galley: Starboard hull features a galley midships with a stove/grill, while the port hull is separate and has berths.
    Berths: Sleeps 4-7, with V berths forward, double berths aft, and midship berths that can extend.
    Saloon: Features a U-shaped lounge, convertible table, and great connection to the cockpit.
    Galley/Saloon Connection: A hallmark is the large, open connection between the saloon and cockpit, creating a large entertaining space. A BBQ is neatly arranged on the aft rail

Specifications:

Designer     : Scott Jutson
Builder     : Seawind Catamarans

Water (Potable) Capacity (l)     : 1000
Hull Construction Material     : Fibreglass
Hull Type     : Catamaran
Deck Construction Material     : Fibreglass
Country Origin     : Australia
Length (feet)     : 28 feet
Length (m)     : 9.5 m
Length Waterline (m)     : 7.77 m
Beam/Width (feet)     : 18.6 feet
Beam/Width (m)     : 5.67 m
Draft (m)     : 0.84 m
Draft (feet)     : 2.75 feet
Keel/Ballast     : Fixed mini keels
Dry Weight (kgs)     : 2177 kgs
Displacement     : 2177
Colour     : White

Engine Notes     : 2008 model Honda 20HP outboard, electric tilt/trim/start, serviced December 2025
Number Of Engines     : 1 primary plus 1 x genset
Stroke     : 4
Engine Hours     : No hour meter
Horse Power (hp)     : 20
Drive Type     : Outboard
Generator     : Propellor powered via horizontal prop shaft.
Number of Batteries     : 2
Fuel Type     : Unleaded
Number of Fuel Tanks     : 2 x 20 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)     : 40
Propeller     : Fixed 3 blade
Steering System     : Tillers with connection arm

Accommodation Notes     : 4 beds, sleeps 6/7, separate hull entry and privacy. Large cockpit table has huge horseshoe dining seating and can be used as al fresco double bed under the stars. Approximate headroom: 1.8m
Number of Berths     : 6/7
Number of Showers     : 1
Number of Toilets     : 1
Toilet Type     : Electric
Holding Tank (L)     : 40

Galley Notes     : 2 ring burner gas stovetop, inline galley, plumbed stainless steel sink, ample pantry and storage areas.
Stove     : 2 burner gas cooking
Refrigeration     : 12v fridge
Number of Sinks     : 1

Entertainment and Appliances Notes     : GME Sound system with cockpit and cabin speakers.

Anchor / Winch     : Electric anchor winch
Bilge Pump     : 2 x auto.
Deck Gear     : Fenders, docklines, boat hook, BBQ on rail, 2 self tailing winches, numerous opening deck hatches and solar vents.

Mast/Rigging     : 2019 standing wire and running rigging on aluminium mast and boom.
Sail Inventory     : Battened radial laminate carbon fibre mainsail in boom bag with lazy jacks, furling woven polyester genoa

Electrics     : 12v batteries x 2, Solar panels over stainless steel arch x 2
Electronics Navigation     : Raymarine package, 2 x bulkhead compass, Plotter

Dinghy     : Small fibreglass dinghy with oars and rowlocks

Safety Gear     : Lifejackets, lifering, compass, fire extinguisher, EPIRB, clock, barometer, flares, first aid kit
Covers     : Boom bag, UV strip on headsail
Ground Tackle     : Rocna galvanised anchor and chain

GPS     : Raymarine GPS,
Has Navigation Lights     : Yes
Radio     : VHF and sound system
Number of Life Jackets     : 8

Remarks     : Inspections welcome.

Vessel Name     : LIONS DEN