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The only pre-owned Vision 444 currently on the market!
"Ruby Star" is an exceptional example of the fantastic Vision 444 performance cruising catamaran. Winner of the Cruising World Magazine Boat of the Year award, the Vision 444 is a stand out of modern multihull design and construction. The Vision 444 was designed to strike the ideal balance between sailing performance and live aboard comfort. All sails can be easily handled by one person from the safety on the helm, making it possible to confidently sail shorthanded. With her 3 cabin / 3 head Owners Version layout, Ruby Star is the perfect world voyaging platform for a couple or family.
As hull # 6 off the Vision 444 production line, Ruby Star benefited from all the modifications and tweaks that were incorporated into the design after the earlier hulls had spent some time on the water. She has been sailed extensively by her original owner who has spared no expense keeping her in bristol condition. Ruby Star was initially shipped from the factory in South Africa to Florida in early 2022. Her owners have since spent the past couple seasons cruising the Bahamas and US East Coast. In that time, Ruby Star has been tweaked and tuned with several modifications to her sailing equipment. She is in gorgeous condition, totally dialed in, and ready for a world voyage.
Ruby Star is exceptionally well equipped. Several of her equipment highlights include:
And so much more! Ruby Star is US Import Duty Paid and available for showings by appointment in Norfolk, VA.
Specifications
SPECS
MEASUREMENTS
ENGINE(S)
TANKS
Accommodations
Specifications
Construction
Accommodations
The Vision 444 offers a unique take on the traditional Owner’s Version layout. Features include a spacious U-shaped galley with ample counter space and storage. The salon has a generous U-shaped settee around a nice table. A forward facing nav station really brings it all together. There is a very functional full sized Tool Room / Workshop located in the starboard bow. There are overhead hatches and larger sliding doors for great ventilation throughout.
Galley
Sails and Rigging
Mechanical
Both Beta engines and the Phasor generator are all based on the Kubota 1505 engine family. Therefore they have commonality of spare parts, filters, oils, maintenance manuals, etc. This makes upkeep and maintenance considerably easier!
Electrical
110V / 60hz Electrical Systems. Electrical system optimized after-market by Marine Technical Services.
Electronics
Ruby Star is equipped with a full suite of Garmin navigation electronics.
Tender
Stryker Inflatable 11′ 7″ (red) Aluminum Floor with Suzuki 15hp Outboard (4 stroke)
Safety and Extras
Recent Maintenance
Tankage
*This vessel is not equipped with a watermaker but one can be retrofitted if desired.*
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.
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