2015 Broadblue Rapier 550 for Sale – 55 ft – Emsworth, E19, United Kingdom

The Rapier 550 is a proven fast cruising catamaran, easily capable of covering 250+ miles per day, with Atlantic crossing experience to her credit. The key to the success of the Rapier 550 is light weight construction. It also features a forward helm position from where the skipper can safely keep watch at high speed while also controlling sail trim. This internal helm position offers safety and control without equal - no need to sit out in an exposed helm position on the transom or sit on the roof. Although external carbon tillers are also provided and fully functional for that hands on feeling and adrenaline rush. The huge opening windows of the saloon ensure that the Rapier 550 can always be matched to the weather conditions in which the boat is sailed. The interior of the Rapier 550 is designed for an owner couple and visiting friends to share a safe and exhilarating sail when the weather conditions suit but to always enjoy the the space and comfort of a luxury catamaran under sail or at anchor. The three cabin layout of this boat has en-suite facilities together with an enormous open air saloon which can be opened up or closed in as the skipper prefers. Underway, the connection between the galley and the saloon means that the crew can enjoy wonderful dining without compromise in complete control and safety. At anchor, the sliding windows and doors and opening roof bring the outside in and offer the most comfortable outside sitting space available on any catamaran of this size. The performance of the Rapier 550 is possible because it was designed from the outset to be a thoroughbred with slim efficient hulls and with Carbon and E-glass Infused epoxy construction making it light and strong but with good looks and a proven cruising speed of 15 knots on passage.

Why we like it: The Rapier 550 is designed and built as light and fast. It looks good and has a proven cruising speed of 15 knots or more,. The boat underwent a general refit adding several upgrades in preparation for the ARC 2023, and since arriving back in the UK August 2024 a more thorough deep refit has been completed: Upgrades included new batteries, battery management system, 2 x 5Kw inverters, all rigging - standing and running, solar panels, rudder bearings and bushings, 220sqm parasailor, 2 x Raymarine Axiom screens, radar and AIS, and the Liferaft also serviced.