In 2002, Peter Johnstone embarked on a visionary journey to redefine luxury sailing with Gunboat, crafting unparalleled catamarans that harmonize performance with the pinnacle of refinement. Dissatisfied with conventional monohulls, Johnstone imagined a revolutionary vessel that sailed level, embraced privacy, and ensured offshore safety.
Gunboat catamarans shattered conventions by seamlessly blending groundbreaking racing innovations, sleek aesthetics, sophisticated rigging systems, and advanced lightweight materials, offering breathtaking speed alongside an unmatched lifestyle experience.
As the epitome of cruising catamarans, Gunboat became synonymous with Grand Prix performance without compromising on comfort and spaciousness. Under Grand Large Yachting’s leadership since 2016, Gunboat has continued to break barriers with their exceptional series -the Gunboat 68, the Gunboat 72, and the Gunboat 80 series- crafted in cutting-edge French facilities.
Partnering with the esteemed VPLP Design team, Gunboat remains committed to excellence in performance, structural integrity, and safety, with customization options that cater to unique sailing aspirations.
Gunboat catamarans, crafted to glide effortlessly even in soft breezes, invite you to indulge in an elegant lifestyle of adventure and refined sailing, emphasizing sustainability and a minimal reliance on engine power, thus nurturing our planet.
Welcome to the world of Gunboat, where audacity, savoir-faire, and boundless imagination converge to create an extraordinary experience of fast, stylish, and comfortable sailing on the water.
Faster Than The Wind
Life’s too short to sail a slow boat! Born from the innovation of racing multihulls, Gunboats are designed for fast cruising, allowing you to enjoy safe, shorthanded sailing or push for performance with a crew. These high-functioning, rugged, oceangoing yachts empower you to command the seas with confidence.
With speed and optimal handling at their core, Gunboats unlock more options to explore wherever you desire and adapt to a wider range of conditions.
Sail More, Explore More
To onlookers, it might seem impossible. To sailors, it feels surreal. Picture your Gunboat gliding effortlessly, sailing faster than the wind in just over 6 knots. Designed to maximize your sailing time, Gunboats deliver unparalleled pleasure across the widest range of conditions—from the gentlest breezes to stronger winds.
Every detail, from hull design to sail plan, has been meticulously engineered for performance, utilizing ultralight construction technologies that elevate your sailing experience.
Exterior Customization
The entire Gunboat 80 series allows you to transform every voyage into a personalized experience through extensive exterior customization that seamlessly blends style and performance. The choice of hull colors, deck finishes, and exterior equipment is entirely up to you, enabling you to create a yacht that truly reflects your personality.
You can select high-performance carbon fiber sails, optimized rigging systems, or custom teak decks to maximize comfort during your sailing adventures. With the Gunboat 80 series, every exterior element is thoughtfully designed to meet your unique needs, offering an unparalleled combination of beauty, speed, and functionality.
Interior Customization
Onboard the Gunboat 80 series, the interior transcends being just a living space; it’s a blank canvas waiting to showcase your personal style. Every detail—from materials to finishes—is tailored to cater to your individual preferences. Choose from a selection of exotic woods, a diverse color palette, and luxurious fabrics to create an ambiance that resonates with you. Whether you envision a modern, minimalist decor or a warm, classic atmosphere, each cabin, salon, and living area can be customized to maximize both comfort and elegance.
The Gunboat 80 series also provides options to integrate advanced technology, discreet audiovisual systems, and sophisticated lighting solutions, ensuring that your interior is not only visually stunning but also highly functional and innovative.
Our success is the result of collaborations that span the most talented industry professionals. Award-winning naval architects and designers, the deep talent of our in-house team, generations of owner experience and exciting industry partnerships come together to deliver elevated performance and refinement.
Applying the best of race boat technology on a fully equipped cruising platform is complex, nuanced, and a matter of perspective. We pool the highest level of experience, and then use sophisticated modeling tools to help the designer, builder, and client establish the same vision and desired results.
Exterior Design
In an instant you know she’s a Gunboat - the head-turning design and signature style could only be one dream.
The visual singularity of Gunboat shines through, with unique characteristics suitable for a yacht of her stature.
Interior Design
For the interior we orchestrated a seamless experience and a feeling of streamlined integration. The design team utilized virtual reality to make every detail a pleasantry, more functional, an extension of natural use. On a yacht, and especially a fast sailing Gunboat, the focus on clean purposeful design thoughtfully integrates everything you need and nothing more - for complete comfort, and an innate sense of freedom.
Within the 80 series, The Gunboat 80 is the fastest 80-foot cruising catamaran. But if you desire the option to go turbo, consider the rudders and boards. VPLP have studied several iterations of lift proportions and are ready to run multiple VPP sessions to achieve the optimal appendage configuration that best matches the wind and angles you sail at your favorite regattas.
Testing concepts against a range of conditions.
Utilizing the VPLP simulator to mimic a complex system of real world conditions, Gunboat 80 owners test their interests to see how they impact ride comfort and performance.
L-Boards or tipped daggerboards.
This shape gives you lateral side force, while the angled portion gives vertical lift, reducing the wetted surface area of the hull, and consequently improving performance.
T-Rudders.
Create some lift and dampening effect to further improve performance and comfort. The elevator angle of attack can easily be changed to increase lift or reduce drag.
Where Performance Meets Innovation
Step into a new era of performance sailing with the Gunboat 80 Series, an unrivaled blend of speed, sophistication, and advanced design that redefines your cruising experience. Each model within this prestigious series is meticulously tailored to elevate your adventures on the water, offering exceptional versatility to match your sailing aspirations.
The Gunboat 80
Experience pure exhilaration as you take command of this sleek and powerful yacht. Engineered for those who demand uncompromising performance, the Gunboat 80 promises smooth and thrilling voyages while effortlessly capturing the essence of high-speed sailing. For the competitive spirit, the regatta version turns ambition into triumph, letting you dominate the racecourse.
Prepreg Carbon Fiber Construction
Experience the pinnacle of precision and durability with the Gunboat 80’s robust, lightweight design. Utilizing a full prepreg carbon fiber structure combined with a honeycomb Nomex core, this yacht is meticulously engineered for optimal performance.
The lightweight aerospace-grade interior enhances not just comfort, but also contributes to outstanding navigation even in low wind conditions. Each material and process has been thoughtfully selected to maximize efficiency and excellence throughout the entire build, setting a new standard in performance sailing.
Customization & Development
Discover unparalleled flexibility with the most customizable Gunboat yet. Collaborating closely with VPLP, we ensure that structural integrity and safety are expertly managed while you bring your vision to life.
Tailor the interior layout to suit your lifestyle and experiment with board and rudder shapes, all with the confidence of a future-proof platform. This is your opportunity to create a yacht that reflects your individuality and sailing ambitions, offering a personalized experience that harmonizes with performance and innovation.
Embrace the art of customization and set sail on a vessel that is uniquely yours.
Interior Volume
Elevate your lifestyle aboard the Gunboat 80, where impressive interior volume transforms your sailing experience into one of utmost comfort and privacy. The expansive salon and aft cockpit invite relaxation and social gatherings, while the thoughtfully designed customizable hulls ensure that every corner reflects your personal style.
Enjoy the freedom to retreat into your private sanctuary whenever you desire, all within an ultra-accommodating environment that beautifully balances luxury and functionality. Immerse yourself in a space that is as inviting as it is versatile, and make every journey a celebration of your sailing life.
- Main: 223 m2
- J3: 88 m2
- J2: 132 m2
- J1: 184 m2
- J0: 237 m2
- A2 / A3: 405 m2
- Mast Clearance: 34.60 m
- Mast Length: 30.90 m
- Displacement: 27-28 t
- Displacement Max Load: 34.00 t
- Bridge Deck Clarance (Mid Load): 1.15 m
