Fastcat 305 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Catamaran · twin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

29.53' · 9 m

Displ.

5,291 lbs · 2,400 kg

First year

2002

The Fastcat 305, designed by the renowned naval architect Angelo Lavranos and built by African Cats in South Africa, represents a dedicated pursuit of performanceoriented multihull cruising. Entering the market in the late 2000s, this 30foot (9.2meter) catamaran was specifically engineered to bridge the gap between small, flighty racing cats and larger, more ponderous cruising platforms. Unlike many production catamarans of its era that prioritized interior volume at the expense of sailing dynamics, the 305 was constructed using advanced composite materials—including epoxy resins, carbon fiber reinforcements, and even basalt fibers—to keep the displacement remarkably low, often cited around 2,500 kg (5,500 lbs) light ship.