Aquila 46 Coupe (2025-)

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Brief Summary

With sleek, well-balanced lines, a low profile exterior, and large windows above and below decks, the Aquila 46 Coupe, along with the kind of accommodations only found on a cat, offers a high level of sophisticated design and engineering, including carbon fiber foils and double stepped hulls for better fuel efficiency, and is poised to take its rightful market place for those wishing to own a go-anywhere, well-appointed cruising yacht. It’s no wonder she was the in-class Yacht Style Award Winner for 2025.

Test Results

RPM	MPH	Knots	GPH	MPG	NMPG	SM	NM	dBa
700	1.4	1.2	2.8	0.5	0.4	308	267.6	68
1000	4.1	3.5	4.1	1	0.9	608.5	528.8	68
1500	6	5.2	6	1	0.9	610.9	530.8	68
2000	7.9	6.8	9.6	0.8	0.7	506.3	440	68
2500	9.4	8.2	14.7	0.6	0.6	395.2	343.5	68
3000	10.8	9.3	22.1	0.5	0.4	300.3	261	69
3500	12.1	10.5	35.3	0.3	0.3	211.2	183.5	71
4000	13.8	12	44.6	0.3	0.3	190.6	165.6	74
4500	16.9	14.7	54.5	0.3	0.3	191	166	73
5000	39.8	34.5	60.6	0.7	0.6	404.4	351.4	77
5500	45.8	39.8	77.2	0.6	0.5	365.7	317.8	78
6000	48.9	42.5	94.2	0.5	0.5	319.9	278	83

View the test results in metric units

Specifications

Length Overall	47' 4" 14.44 m
Beam	17' 11" 5.46 m
Dry Weight	31,970 lbs 14,500 kg
Draft Up	3' 7" 1.09 m
Draft Down	3' 9" 1.14 m
Fuel Capacity	616 gal 2,334 L
Water Capacity	116 gal 439 L

Acceleration Times & Conditions

0 to 30	23.2
Props	Merc Rev X
Load	Persons & Gear: 600 lbs/272 kg; Fuel: 1,314 lbs/596 kg; Water: 334 lbs/151 kg
Climate	76°; 68% humidity; wind: 5-10 mph; wave: .5-1'; salt

Engine Options

Tested Engine	2 x 600-hp Mercury Verado V12
Std. Power	2 x 600-hp Mercury Verado V12

Go Anywhere Cat

Captain's Report Aquila 46 Coupe Power Cat

by Capt. Ken Kreisler

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran cruising — Sleek, well-proportioned lines, with extra-large windows topsides as well as below decks, are invitations to enjoy all that the Aquila 46 Coupe has to offer.

Major Features

Aquila Hydro Glide carbon fiber semi foiling system
Carbon fiber central electrically actuated hatch/door providing access to forward bow seating
2 x 600-hp Black Mercury Verado V12 outboards with JPO
Galvanic isolator protection system
Mastervolt 24/3500W Inverter/battery charger
Aft cockpit w/heavy duty stainless steel sliding door w/flip up bow counter window
Slide out stainless steel swim ladder w/teak steps
Manual slide opening window next to helm
Forward deck seating removable sunshade w/carbon support poles
Light Bianco cherry finish w/covered accent wall and ceiling upholstery
Black bow seating canvas cover
Exterior upholstery w/diamond stitched in "Surf Mocha" color

Notable Options

Expansive electric opening fiberglass sunroof
2 x Volvo Penta D6 Model 480-hp DPI sterndrive diesel engines
Retractable MakeFast integrated canvas sunshade system diesel
Synthetic marine decking throughout all main level exterior and interior deck space
Fischer Panda 10-kW diesel generator
Single variable speed bow thruster w/Mercury JPO integration
Hull Shield ultrasonic antifouling protection
PropSpeed protection on Aquila Hydro Glide aft stabilizing foil
Folding, telescoping, hydraulic crane w/adjustable storage supports for See Doo Spark jet ski (not included), capacity 660 lbs
Platinum Nav Package includes 2 x Raymarine Axiom 2 XL 22" chart plotters w/ B175M low profile thru hull transducer, Raymarine Ray 90 VHF with speaker and antennae / Raymarine Radome Quantum 2 Q24D with Seaview mount, Raystar 150 GPS
FLIR M232 pan/tilt night vision camera
Automatic fresh water slushing system for outboards
50,000 chilled water BTU air conditioning for staterooms and interior
Dark walnut interior

Vessel Inspection

Cat design, no matter how big the boat or yacht is, has pluses on both interior and exterior space. With the beam taken fully forward, the Aquila 46 Coupe Power Cat offers spacious accommodations in its two stateroom, two head layout, as well as with its topsides deck space.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran one-level deck layout — With a one-level deck from bow to stern, getting around the Aquila 46 Coupe Power Cat is safe and easy for all those aboard. This layout shows the configuration with twin outboards.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran room layout — The pair of staterooms, guest to port, master to starboard, are taken full beam and offer spacious berths and heads.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran layout with optional inboards — With optional inboards, the aft deck gets some additional space while the living areas remains unchanged.

Bow

The bow area is one of those places which shows off the benefits of cat design. Roomy and wide, the space is sure to be a favorite gathering for those aboard.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran large bow space — Carrying her 17'11" beam fully forward results in an exciting bow space with more than enough room to hang out on.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran unique comfortable seating setup — In a rather unique set up for comfortable seating, access to and from the salon is through this off-to-port, electrically operated topside door. The bottom half easily opens and closes manually.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran across the front of the bow, a folding table offers informal dining options — Across the front of the bow, a folding table offers informal dining options. Padding all around ensures comfort and there are well-placed grabs in just the right places. All the seats have armrests and there is a large storage space beneath the starboard cushion. The high bulwarks provide added comfort and safety while underway. The forward central hatch holds the mooring system consisting of the 24V/1500W electric windlass, hard wired handheld control, polished stainless 44ls anchor with 200’ of rode and 49’ of galvanized anchor chain.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran additional storage is found in this deck hatch just outside the doorway to the bow — Additional storage is found in this deck hatch just outside the doorway to the bow.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran door controls — Located just inside the access to and from the bow are the controls for lowering and raising the top portion of the door.

Interior

Step through the entry door forward, or by using the aft sliding glass doors and step into the main salon area where there is a whopping 6’11” of headroom. With those large windows all around, and light décor with dark wood trim, the interior offers an elegant presentation.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran starboard helm — The starboard helm features wide open spaces to lay out all the necessary electronics, including those 22” Simrad touchscreens, controls, and other critical items such as remote spotlight, C-Zone screen, and windlass among others, necessary for safe operations. With everything within easy viewing and reach, and all around clear sightlines into the seaway, both the driver and co-pilots will have a high degree of ease while underway.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran steering wheel — One of the more outstanding, high-tech features here at the helm is this screen in the center of the steering wheel. Using the paddles located on the inside of the spokes, the screen can be programmed to control autopilot, radio channels and volume, lights on and off, and a host of other functions.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran VHF radio is located on the lower starboard bulkhead and is also within easy reach — The VHF radio is located on the lower starboard bulkhead and is also within easy reach.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran throttles, joystick control, and bow thruster are located on top of the starboard console — Throttles, joystick control, and bow thruster are located on top of the starboard console and in close proximity for the driver. That circular, flush mounted object is an induction phone charger. The thruster can be interfaced with the joystick.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran helm seating — The captain's seat is to starboard with an additional two seats in the row. Note the high backs for comfort and the bolsters and arm rests. Each can individually, with the touch of a button, slide forwards and backwards.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran helm window — This opening window portion at the helm allows for extra ventilation.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran electrical panel — Located in the front of the helm console is this electrical panel, controlling ac distribution, dc breakers, and Fischer Panda generator controls.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran salon — Seen from aft, the salon's elegance is obvious including the large seating area to starboard. That port counter is part of the galley aft layout. Again, considerably-sized windows to both sides add to the roominess of the space. That opening, forward of the port counter, is the entrance to the guest quarters on that side while access to the starboard master stateroom is just forward of the helm console.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran aft galley to port — The galley is aft and to port and the wide open spaces, with 17’ of counterspace, makes it more than easy to prepare anything from a light snack to an elegant dinner experience. There is a two-burner electric induction stovetop, deep sink, undercounter refrigerator/freezer and storage space, and microwave in its own above-counter cabinet. Note the opening window to port.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran dining area with hi-lo table — Across from the galley is this seating area with a hi-lo table which when activated, lowers to the deck and neatly fits into its own flush space. Situated at the right height, filler cushions can be used to prepare an additional berth should extra guests decide to join the fun.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran controls for lighting and audio — Controls for lighting, Fusion audio system, the hi-lo table, and air conditioning are easily found on the aft starboard bulkhead.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran hi-lo table flush with the deck — With the hi-lo table flush with the deck, more space is added to the area.

Aft Section

Balancing the ability to be outdoors, and at the same time, have the opportunity to open up the aft section, is just one feature of the Aquila 46 Coupe’s design for entertaining here.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran aft deck with glass doors fully retracted — With the glass doors fully retracted, and the port aft window in the open position, the aft deck is transformed into an extension of the salon, bringing the indoors out. Heightening the use of the space is a three-stool, outdoor bar. Controls for the aft sunshade are located on the port bulkhead here.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran electric grill, refrigerator/freezer pullout — Over to starboard, a covered electric Kenyon grill, with its own built-in light for evening preparations, and refrigerator/freezer pullout, together with the proximity to the port galley, creates entertainment opportunities limited only be imagination. Next to the refrigerator is an extra shelf, which easily lifts up and locks into position when needed.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran electrically operated television — This electrically operated television, when not deployed, fits neatly into its dedicated overhead space.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran molded-in steps to either side — These molded-in steps to either side, assist the nimble in getting forward on the walkways. Since there are no rails, and only grabs, care should be taken when transiting. Aft boarding doors are also located to port and starboard in the cockpit.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran Safety gates are located on both sides of the aft hulls — Safety gates are located on both sides of the aft hulls.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran large pair of sunpads — The cockpit also features a pair of large sunpads with backrests that can be reversed to create forward facing bench seats. That housing, just to the left of the starboard outboard, is the optional Besenzoni folding, telescoping davit, used to handle a dinghy or Sea Doo up to 660 pounds.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran storage beneath sunpads — There is storage beneath each and while not deep, can still hold lots of gear.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran machinery space — Accessed on either side of the aft deck are large hatches leading to the machinery/storage spaces below. Here in the starboard section are wide open areas for a wide variety of uses. A sea chest system for all the raw water, fresh and black water tank, double clamped hoses, and hot water heater. Everything, including the wiring, is labeled for easy identification.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran hydraulic pump — Also located here is the hydraulic pump which powers the optional Besenzoni davit located on the starboard aft section and right next to the 600-hp Mercury outboard engine.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran 12-kW Fischer Panda generator — Over in the port compartment is the 12-kW Fischer Panda generator and its accompanying diesel fuel tank along with more storage space.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran swim platform — Access to the wide swim platform, as in 8’x40”, is courtesy of those lower turning units on the twin 600-hp Mercury outboards, and affords the use of the extra space.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran swim platform ladder — Mounted on the centerline, this stainless/teak swim ladder feature wide steps making getting and out of the water safe and easy.

Living Accommodations

With that 17’11” beam carried fully forward, and in combination with the design of the Aquila 46 Coupe, this allows for the port stateroom to have 6’2” of headroom and the master to have an impressive 6’10” entranceway with 6’ in the room itself. In addition, there are lots of storage areas in both for those times, and given her prime directive as a cruising yacht, when those spaces will be needed.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran platform berth — The platform berth measures 6'&' x 4'9" and offers storage at the foot of the bed, has the aforementioned headroom, and a private head and shower compartment with large windows. Additional storage space is found along the bulkhead.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran head offers a separate shower compartment with closing door — The head offers a separate shower compartment with closing door.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran electric head — The compartment for the electric head is also roomy and easy to navigate.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran sink console — The sink console has storage below as well as overhead.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran large window — The large window allows for plenty of ambient light to enter the space. Note the convenient opening vent.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran owners stateroom with scenic views — Here, in the owner's stateroom, with the elevated berth set up athwartships, a scenic view awaits the morning wake-up time. Note the opening hatch in the window. In addition to closet space, storage space is available above the headboard, and there is a large drawer at the foot of the bed. To either side of the berth, there are induction cell phone chargers.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran additional cabin storage — Additional storage space runs the distance of the cabin's length.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran ensuite head — The ensuite head offers 6'3" of headroom in the enclosed shower, electric toilet, stylish sink atop a storage cabinet, as well as other space for things you will need while staying aboard.

A Word About Performance

With her cat design, the Aquila 46 Coupe is at its core, already a wide, stable platform noted for its performance, seaworthiness, and fuel efficiency. Enhancing this is the Aquila Hydro Glide Foil system, standard on the 46 Coupe, and whose purpose is to heighten those qualities. With its port to starboard alignment, the fixed carbon-fiber foil is installed between the hulls and bridging the tunnel, and will, as the rpm increase, act to generate lift and lessen the amount of wetted surface in the water. This will, in turn, reduce drag and function in a way so as to enable the yacht to achieve greater speeds and better fuel efficiency. An additional feature are a pair of stabilizing fins located on the aft section of the hulls which act to assist in supplying a smoother ride and help in avoiding the up and down motion, commonly known as ‘porpoising’, which can be most annoying to many while underway.

Our test boat weighed in at approximately 34,217 pounds with 30% of her 616 fuel load in the twin tanks and pair of 600-hp Mercury V12 outboards astern turning Rev X props. We had three passengers aboard and our conditions found us with a calm wind and an equally placid sea state, 70° F temperature, 68% of relative humidity, and sunny skies.

With our trim at first down, and as we gathered up speed approaching 20 mph, we adjusted it some 4% up and saw the foils go into action. Noticing how the boat rose up higher, we increased our speed and then the trim to about 12%, there to experience a smooth ride and steady attitude. Our top speed, at 6150 rpm, came in at 51 mph. At that rate, our range was about 338 sm. We found our best cruise settled in at 5000 rpm and 38.9 mph, we calculated a 404 sm with a 10% fuel reserve. During out-of-the-hole shots, we noted 10 mph at 4.2 seconds, 20 mph at 12.7 seconds, and 30 mph at 23.2 seconds. And while we noticed an acceptable and expected drop in speed during hard over turns, she tracked straight and true.

Summary

Deservedly so, the Aquila 46 Coupe is a complete package, covering performance, amenities, and the kind of room, both inside and outside, only a cat can provide. She has been designed and engineered for those wishing to own the kind of cruising yacht capable of spending anywhere from an extended weekend to island hopping to Great Looping in comfort and luxury. She is user friendly, owner-operator equipped, and can be packed with all the necessary and premium optional equipment.

An advanced carbon-fiber foil system, along with double stepped hulls, allows the Aquila 46 Coupe to outperform the competition in both performance and efficiency. And with the choice of either twin 600-hp Mercury V12 outboards, or a pair of 480-hp D6 DPI sterndrive diesel engines, your time out on the water will be as exciting as the yacht they are powering.

With an excellent reputation and track record in this sector of boat building, and a worldwide dealer and service network ready to take care of all your ownership needs, Aquila soars high with the 46 Coupe leading the way. Set up a visit and sea trial and find out for yourself, what the Aquila difference makes.

Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran running

With 40 years, and counting, of powerboat design in its wake, Aquila has learned a thing or two about staying out in front. In 2012, in a partnership between industry giant Marine Max and parent Sino Eagle Yachts, the enterprise catapulted the builder to become one of the largest power cat companies in the world. Focusing 100% on this sector of the market, the technically advanced factory covers some 27 acres and employs over 510 craftspeople, artisans, and administrative personnel. One of the more outstanding results of their endeavors is the Aquila 46 Coupe Power Cat, the new flagship of the Coupe model lineup.

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