Design and Construction
Royal Cape Catamarans built the Majestic series using vacuum-bagged glass-reinforced plastic, with solid fiberglass below the waterline and balsa coring above it. The 570 Fly follows this lineage as a twin-keel catamaran with spade rudders and a solid fiberglass deck. Her 53.87-foot waterline and 4.59-foot maximum draft give her a hull speed of 9.84 knots, while a capsize ratio of 3.03 and a comfort ratio of 17.11 place her among stable, long-range cruising platforms rather than lithe racers. The 147.95 displacement-to-length ratio and 22.8 sail-area-to-displacement ratio confirm a heavy, volume-driven hull tuned for loaded passage-making rather than sparkling acceleration.
Rig and Power
The fractional sloop rig carries a tall 74-foot-6-inch mast and a combined working sail area near 1,980 square feet, which on a 51,808-pound catamaran yields measured but not explosive performance. Propulsion comes from twin 80-horsepower diesel engines turning the standard twin drives, backed by a serious electrical plant: two 140-amp-hour start batteries at 12 volts, a 10,000-watt inverter, and an 11.5 or 13 kW generator running at 50 or 60 hertz anchor. Fuel is carried in two 600-liter tanks and fresh water in a 1,000-liter tank, figures that support extended independent cruising without frequent resupply.
Accommodations and Equipment
The flybridge variant distinguishes itself with an upper steering and social station plus an electric swim/tender platform for easy water access. Below, the salon is fitted with a 50-inch smart television and a sound system that extends to the cockpit and flybridge, while each cabin carries a 32-inch smart television. Linen and soft furnishings are included as standard, signaling a turnkey charter-grade interior rather than a bare cruising shell. The wide 28-foot beam translates directly into salon and cabin volume unusual for a sailing vessel of this length.
The Verdict
The Majestic 570 Fly is a purpose-built large cruising catamaran with serious tankage, a robust standard electrical system, and a flybridge layout that extends living space upward. Her heavy displacement and modest sail-area-to-displacement ratio mean she is built for comfortable loaded cruising rather than speed, and the standard entertainment and comfort equipment make her a ready platform for owner or charter use.
Pros
- Substantial 1,000-liter water and 1,200-liter fuel capacity for long-range independence
- Standard 10 kW inverter and 11.5–13 kW generator with twin 80 HP diesels
- Wide 28-foot beam and flybridge with electric swim platform for volume and access
Cons
- High 23.5-tonne displacement limits light-air performance
- Sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 22.8 favors passage comfort over agility
