Carolina Cat Boats, a member of the PowerCat Group, has just announced a new 23-ft center console power catamaran. The 23CC cruises at 27 mph, has a top speed of 46 mph and a range of more than 250 miles. Its catamaran hull draws only 9 inches of water and is designed for smooth rides in rough seas.  This power catamaran is ideal for long offsore runs as well as hugging the shore to access the best fishing areas.  With seating for as many as 10 and twin four-stroke 115 Yamaha engines, this is a perfect cruising cat.

If you’re interested in a slightly smaller powercat, read this earlier post about the Carolina Cat 18CC powercat.  You can also see the 23CC in action in this YouTube video.

One of the newer offerings from the PowerCat Group is the Carolina Cat 18CC.  According to BoatTest.com, the PowerCat Group is the world’s largest manufacturer of catamarans, having produced more than 80,000 multi-hull boats.  The Carolina Cat 18CC is an 18′ basic utilitarian powerboat that provides a stable, safe ride and gets you where you want to go within a 120-mile range with a top speed of 35 mph and a 23 mph cruising speed.

The total price for the Carolina Cat 18CC and its Yamaha 115 HP 4-stroke engine is less than $35,000.  Read more about the Carolina Cat 18CC on the Carolina Cat website.

Livingston Cat Boats, a company with a 40-year history, is one of the newest additions to the PowerCat Group.  More than 75,000 Livingston boats have been sold for use as fishing boats, dinghies and yacht tenders.  Livingston currently offers 7 models (named 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 19) that range in length from 7′ to 18′.  Prices range from about $1300 to $14,000.  A wide variety of options available, including swivel seats, remote steering, rail systems, protective boat covers and special colors.

Find out more on the Livingston Boat website.

The 3480 Cuddy Hardtop powercat from Glacier Bay is both stylish and versatile, the perfect boat for fishing expeditions and extended cruises.  This 37′ powercat boasts many features normally found on yachts, including two large staterooms, a private head with an enclosed shower, a fully-equipped galley and a large aft cockpit.  The hardtop provides added protection from the sun and elements.

The Glacier Bay brand is known for soft-riding offshore cruising cats that provide maximum comfort on the high seas.  The living spaces below deck are surprisingly luxurious.

Find out more about the 3480 Cuddy on the Glacier Bay website.  Glacier Bay is part of the PowerCat Group that we wrote about in an earlier post.

We’ve written in this blog about WorldCat power cats, a top manufacturer of high-performance fishing and cruising power catamarans.  In 2009, WorldCat owners Andrew Brown and Chris Brockway bought Glacier Bay, the oldest U.S. maker of catamaran’s and WorldCat’s biggest competitor.  Two more acquisitions followed in 2010 – Carolina Cat and Livingston Boats.  At this year’s Miami Boat Show, the PowerCat Group made its debut as the union of these four brands.

We’ll be looking at some of the current offerings of the PowerCat group in our next few posts.  You can learn more about the company on the PowerCat Group website.  You should also check out this PowerCat Group YouTube video that shows why mono-hulls just can’t compete with powercats on the high seas.