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YOT Power Catamarans 41 (2026-)

2 x 300-hp Mercury V8

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Brief Summary

If you can recall your high school French, the above phrase in the title of this report, and often repeated in English, is used to express a cheerful enjoyment of life, a celebration of spirit, and a general feeling of happiness. And that is just what the France-based Catana Group, with more than 40 years of boat design and construction in its wake, has built into its YOT 41, a power catamaran with the kind of features making it a comfortable, stable platform with roominess for its owners and guests a priority.

Test Results

RPM MPH Knots GPH MPG NMPG SM NM dBa
650 2.1 1.8 2.6 0.8 0.7 318.6 276.9 62
1000 4.6 4 3.7 1.2 1.1 496.9 431.8 63
1500 6.8 5.9 5.1 1.3 1.2 534.8 464.8 65
2000 8 7 8.4 1 0.8 387.2 336.4 67
2500 9.7 8.4 12.4 0.8 0.7 315.8 274.4 69
3000 16.8 14.6 23.5 0.7 0.6 289.5 251.6 74
3500 21.6 18.8 32.9 0.7 0.6 265.7 230.9 75
4000 26 22.6 40.5 0.6 0.6 258.9 225 76
4500 30.8 26.8 51.2 0.6 0.5 243.3 211.5 79
5000 35.7 31 63.4 0.6 0.5 227.4 197.6 80
5500 40.2 34.9 83.4 0.5 0.4 194.9 169.4 83
5900 43.9 38.1 99.5 0.4 0.4 178.3 154.9 86
View the test results in metric units
Performance chart

Specifications

Length Overall 41' 2"
12.57 m
Beam 14' 7"
4.49 m
Draft 3' 7"
1.13 m
Person Capacity 12
Fuel Capacity 449 gal
1,700 L
Water Capacity 105.7 gal
400 L

Acceleration Times & Conditions

0 to 30 11.9 sec
Load Persons & Gear: 555 lbs (252 kg); Fuel: 2,160 gal (980 kg)
Climate 78°; 68% humidity; wind: 5-10; wave: .5'; salt

Engine Options

Tested Engine 2 x 400-hp Mercury V10
Std. Power 2 x 300-hp Mercury V8
Opt. Power 2 x 400-hp Mercury V10
2 x 600-hp Mercury V12

YOT 41

Nautical Joie de Vivre 

By Capt. Ken Kreisler

YOT 41 running on water

Modern exterior styling, with bold hull colors, two heads, two staterooms, and a pair of standard V8, 300-hp Mercury outboards, with power options including V10, 400-, or V12 600-hp Mercury outboards, running on a catamaran platform results in an exciting and innovative boat with opportunities for day cruising, extended weekends, and even longer time away from your home dock.

 

Major Features

• Full beam hard top
• Full height front windshield
• 2 stateroom w/ensuite heads and private companionway access
• Starboard and portside electric terraces
• 2 extendable telescoping cockpit tables
• 4 modular cockpit seating benches
• 4 forward facing pilot seats with lifting bolster
• Swim ladder w/pop up handles
• 4 stainless aft access gates
• 4 Clarion speakers
• Fixed aft platform
• Electric windlass w/chain
• 7” Mercury Vesselview display
• 10 quick release fender system
• 6 pop up cleats

Notable Options

• 2 x V10-400 HP, or 2 x 12V 600-hp Mercury outboards, w/JPO joystick, autopilot, Skyhook, Auto trim, moving prop alert
• Premium JL Audio system (6 loudspeakers, 2 Subwoofers)
• Zipwake  Interceptors
• Luxe Maglia Artic upholstery with custom quilting 
• Aft electrical Sureshade awning in Hard-top
• Bow sun pad sun shade
• Aft electric up/down platform
• Removable side swim ladder
• Helm station enclosure
• 900-W Solbian solar panels
• LED searchlight
• Underwater lights
• Navigation Pack includes 2 x 16” MFD Simrad NSX (in place of 7" screen), Simrad VHF and AIS, transducer, and Simrad 20 nm radar
• 6 kVA 220 V generator
• Air conditioning 220V 2 x 6000BTU w/Cockpit air conditioning 1 x 13000BTU
• 2 exterior drawer refrigerators, ice maker, Kenyon electric grill

Vessel Inspection

An exciting,  contemporary exterior is only a prelude of what awaits aboard the YOT 41.

With a 41’2” LOA, and a 14’7” beam carried fully forward, the YOT 41 power catamaran offers a stable, spacious flatform featuring convertible seating and dining areas, numerous gathering and entertaining spaces, as well as roomy quarters and accommodations below decks for long weekends and extended time away. In addition, her modern exterior styling presents head turning good looks, separating her profile from many others.

Overview of boat design

From left to right, wide open deck spaces, with full walk-thru and bowrider design forward, combine with standard electric terraces and a two stateroom, two head layou, makes the YOT 41 an all-purpose vessel.

Bow

As with all areas aboard a catamaran hull, the bow space greatly benefits from the beam being carried fully forward.

YOT 41 running on water

As this overhead shows, the bow is separated into two parts, each supplying large, comfortable sun pads and ample storage.
Bow of boat

This close up shows how spacious the bow area is aboard the YOT 41. Note the stainless rail surrounding the space as well as the deep passageway going fore and aft.
Boat seat

High back cushions make for comfortable lounging whether underway or on the hook.
Aerial of boat on water

Relief from the sun forward while on the hook is delivered by the optional bow shade and aft from the electrically deployed unit in the hardtop. Note the solar panels, radar tower, and open aft terraces.
Sideview of YOT 41

Neatly hidden away between the bows is the stainless anchor, designed for effortless grabbing the bottom as well as retrieval. Controls are at the helm.
Anchor locker

The anchor locker is also located here and features a remote control for the windlass.

Helm

Wide windows all around, with 4 x 2 seats across on each side, makes for optimal viewing while underway and provides excellent sightlines into the seaway for the starboard driver.

Captains controls

With enough space for a pair of optional 16" Simrad screens, and plenty of room for all necessary equipment and controls, the YOT 41's helm is both elegant and utilitarian at the same time. 
controls

For tight docking situations, or for close quarter maneuvering, the joystick control is at the ready.
front row of boat seats

The front row of bolstered seats are fully protected by the full beam hardtop overhead. 
boat windows

To port is a lounge for carefree relaxing.

Cabin

Utilizing all the beam carried forward, the two stateroom, two head layout offers owners and guests comfortable and spacious accommodations.

cabin view

Sliding doors, for privacy, allows access to the stairways and cabins, and are located just forward of the helm to either side.
bed in cabin

The cabins and heads are mirror images of one another and offer bright and airy accommodations. Note the large window and portlight as well as the overhead hatch allowing ambient light to fill the space.
storage space on yacht

Located in the companionways, as well as in the cabins, are large storage spaces and closets, providing more than enough storage for travel.
toilet

The heads are spacious and offer electric toilets and lots of headroom.
vanity area

The vanities have ample counterspace, a stylish sink, and storage cabinets.
shower area

The shower compartment is spacious and with a rectangular window and opening portlight, provides light to fill the space.
electrical panel

2In addition, the starboard cabin houses the electrical panel. The breaker locker is located directly beneath.

Cockpit and Aft

The cockpit area, combined with the aft section, easily provides enough gathering and entertaining space for 12 in several dedicated and convertible seating and dining zones.

sun shade

The easily deployed electrically operated aft sunshade provides protection when needed.
outdoor lounging space

The cockpit and aft sections not only provide seating and lounging space, but with the starboard outdoor galley, memorable alfresco dining experiences will be delivered.
seating area

The seating space to port is wide and can easily accommodate two people.

storage space under boat seats

Large storage space is located beneath the seat cushion.
lounging area and boat engines

The port seating easily converts to a lounge while the starboard side can be transformed into a dining space.
lounging area

This close-up shows how big the port lounge is when fully deployed.
refrigerators and storage

Just aft of the starboard helm is the cockpit’s outdoor galley space with wrap around counterspace, a pair of refrigerators, and storage.
sink

Under the lift-up lid is a deep sink. Note the stainless rail for safety.
grill

Here, on the starboard corner of the galley, is a Kenyon grill.
overhead view of seating area

This overhead shows the seating and dining arrangements with the side terraces in the open position.
steps into the water

Located aft and amidships is this optional electrically operated swim platform with steps and a hidden stainless swim ladder for easy access to and from the water using the aft deck. Note the robust rails to either side.
mechanical space

The mechanical space, easily accessed via a hatch aft, provides room to service any component found here including fresh water tank and house battery.
diesel generator

The optional Onan diesel generator and its own dedicated fuel including fresh water tank and house battery. tank is also found here.

 

A Word About Performance

Our test YOT 41 was equipped with a pair of optional Mercury V12 600-hp Verado outboards turning Rev12 props with 21.5” of pitch. Standard power is a pair of V8 300-hp V8 Mercury’s with an additional option including twin V10 400-hp Mercury’s. The air temperature that day was 78° and the relative humidity was 68%. The wind registered between 5-10 knots and the sea state was about .5’. There were three people on board, 50 gallons of water and 360 gallons of fuel of the 449 gallon capacity. Test weight was 18,930 pounds.

boat engines

Quiet and powerful, the pair of Mercury V12 600-hp Verado outboards performed exceptionally well.

Our WOT speed was 43.9 mph at 5900 rpm. We found our best cruise settled in at 4000 rpm with a 26.0 mph turn of speed and a range of about 259 statute miles with a 10% fuel reserve. On hole shots, our test boat reached 10 mph in 3.5 seconds, 20 mph in 6.5, and 0-30 in 10.5 seconds. We found her handling characteristics to be quite excellent and once up on plane, put her through a series of maneuvers including hard over and S-turns, and straight runs. We noticed she did not lose much speed on tight turns, provided a smooth and stable catamaran ride, and whether taking the seas on the bow, astern, and abeam, always under control and riding well with no slamming or sliding. 

Summary

There are solid reasons why the YOT 41 was the recipient of the 2025 European Power Boat of The Year. Its modular, wide open seating and dining spaces, one level deck with bowrider design forward and galley aft to starboard, standard electrically operated aft terraces to either side, a pair of private staterooms with ensuite heads, ample storage areas, long list of premium options, and sparkling performance provided by a choice of Mercury outboard power up to 1200-hp, area among the many features found aboard. Along with the Catana Group’s 40 years of design and engineering, the YOT 41 Power Catamaran delivers a safe, modern, exciting yacht more than capable of fulfilling the needs of its owners whether it be day tripping, coastal cruising, or extended time away. 

REMEMBER, LIFE IS BETTER ON A BOAT!

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Capt. Trip Smith

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Capt. Trip Smith holds a USCG 100-Ton license and has 22 years of experience navigating various types of boats, such as center consoles, runabouts, wake boats, and cruisers. He now owns a 22’ C-Dory. At 36 years old, he is living the dream of escaping the typical 9 to 5 job and has become a popular boat adventure video creator with over 75,000 YouTube subscribers. Capt. Trip Smith's expertise is evident in his 434 videos, where he shares his experiences spearfishing, collecting scallops, cooking fresh grouper on his boat’s grill, and planning his next adventure. Capt. Trip has an impressive background as a firefighter, outboard engine mechanic, boat rigger, fiberglass repair and restoration expert, and kayak safety teacher. 

Capt. Ken Kreisler

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Capt. Ken Kreisler is a well-known figure in the marine industry, with extensive experience testing boats for major boating magazines. He has held USCG 100-Ton License for 40 years and has served as a delivery and charter fishboat captain, project manager for two small passenger ferry catamarans, making sure every details met USCG build standards. Capt. Ken is an accomplished writer, having received several BWI awards and the John Burroughs Association certificate of commendation for his children's book, "NATURE SPY," published by Macmillan. He resides with his family on the Shrewsbury River in Monmouth Beach, NJ, where he enjoys boating on his 24-foot Grady White Exp