The Aquila 54 Yacht is a power catamaran built for extended cruising and liveaboard comfort. With a 7.68-metre beam spanning twin hulls, she delivers the interior volume and deck space of a much larger monohull while drawing just 1.37 metres. Category A ocean certification for 12 persons confirms her blue-water credentials, and the available 3, 4, or 5-cabin layouts make her adaptable to owner-operated weekends or crewed charter programmes.nnTwin Volvo Penta D6 diesels drive her through the water with the efficiency that only a catamaran hull form can provide. At cruising speed the range extends beyond 500 nautical miles, opening up passage-making itineraries that would demand careful fuel planning on a comparable monohull. The panoramic saloon connects to the cockpit through oversized sliding doors, and the flybridge adds an elevated social space with wet bar and multiple seating zones.nnThe full-beam master suite occupies the entire starboard hull and offers genuine privacy, while guest cabins are distributed across the port hull. A galley-down layout option moves the kitchen below deck, freeing the saloon as a pure entertaining space. Build quality follows the standards established across the Aquila fleet, with hundreds of hulls now cruising worldwide, providing a proven platform that combines catamaran stability with the power and speed of a motor yacht.
Length
16.5M
Beam
7.68M
Draft
1.37M
Day Guests
12
Sleeping
8
Cabin
4
Cruise Speed
16KT
Max Speed
22KT
Fuel
2200L
Engine
2 x Volvo Penta D6-380 (380hp)
Option 1
2 x Volvo Penta D6-480 (480hp)
Option 2
2 x Cummins QSB6.7 (550hp)
Exterior
Aquila
Interior
Aquila
High Price Brokerage
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The catamaran hull form gives the Aquila 54 inherent advantages in stability and efficiency. Twin Volvo Penta D6-380 engines in standard trim deliver a top speed around 20 knots, while the optional D6-480 or Cummins QSB6.7 550hp units push that figure to approximately 22 knots. Where the 54 truly distinguishes herself is at cruising speed: 16 knots returns a range beyond 500 nautical miles from the 2,200-litre fuel capacity, a figure that opens up serious passage-making. The twin-hull configuration means she tracks straight in beam seas that would have a monohull rolling, and the shallow 1.37-metre draft gives access to anchorages and harbours that deeper-keeled yachts must pass by. At anchor, the catamaran platform is remarkably stable, eliminating the roll that can make monohull life uncomfortable in even moderate swell. For owners planning Mediterranean island-hopping, Caribbean cruising, or coastal exploration anywhere in the world, the seakeeping characteristics of the 54 reduce fatigue and increase the number of days the boat can be used comfortably.
The 7.68-metre beam creates deck areas that redefine what is possible on a 54-foot yacht. The cockpit is an outdoor living room, with dining for eight, direct access to the swim platform, and enough space for the kind of entertaining that would normally demand a 70-foot monohull. The flybridge adds a second social level with its own wet bar, seating groups, and helm station, providing an elevated perspective that makes navigation a pleasure rather than a chore. Forward, the bow area offers additional sunbathing or lounging space accessed via wide side decks with secure handrails. The overall profile is purposeful without being aggressive, with clean lines that reflect the boat’s function as a comfortable cruising platform rather than a speed machine. Boarding is straightforward from either hull’s transom, and the wide steps between decks make moving around the boat safe and intuitive, whether at anchor or underway.
The panoramic saloon is the heart of the Aquila 54, with floor-to-ceiling windows and oversized sliding doors that dissolve the boundary between indoor and outdoor living. In the standard layout, the galley sits forward in the saloon with full-size refrigeration and ample counter space, while the galley-down option relocates it below deck, transforming the saloon into a pure entertaining and relaxation space. The full-beam master suite occupies the entire starboard hull, offering a private retreat with en-suite head, generous storage, and natural light from hull windows. Guest cabins are distributed across the port hull, with configurations ranging from three to five cabins depending on owner preference. Every cabin benefits from the catamaran’s beam, providing a sense of space that monohull cabins of similar length simply cannot match. Headroom throughout is generous, and the finish quality reflects the maturity of a platform that has been refined over multiple production years.
What sets the Aquila 54 apart from comparable power catamarans is the number and quality of distinct living zones. The cockpit, saloon, flybridge, and foredeck each function as independent social spaces, allowing different groups to spread out without feeling cramped. This is particularly valuable in charter operation, where guests appreciate having options for privacy and socialising. The cockpit integrates seamlessly with the saloon when the sliding doors are open, creating a single entertaining space that spans the full beam of the boat. The flybridge wet bar handles drinks and light meals independently of the main galley, reducing traffic below and keeping the party where the views are. At anchor, the swim platform and transom steps provide direct water access, completing a circuit of outdoor living that takes full advantage of the catamaran’s stability and wide beam. The 1,000-litre freshwater capacity supports extended cruising without constant concern about consumption.
The Aquila 54 benefits from a global service network and the production scale of a yard that has delivered hundreds of catamarans to owners and charter fleets around the world. The Volvo Penta D6 powerplant is one of the most widely serviced marine engines in the 300-500hp range, ensuring that maintenance and parts are available in virtually every cruising ground. Category A ocean certification is not merely a marketing claim but reflects genuine structural standards in hull construction and systems redundancy. For owners weighing the catamaran option against a traditional monohull, the 54 makes a compelling case: more usable space, better fuel efficiency at cruising speed, shallower draft, and a level of stability at anchor that transforms the liveaboard experience. The multiple cabin layouts and galley-down option mean the boat can be configured for very different ownership profiles, from a couple seeking maximum entertaining space to a family or charter operator needing maximum sleeping capacity.
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