Design and Construction
Royal Cape Catamarans built the Majestic series in vacuum-bagged glass-reinforced plastic, using solid fiberglass below the waterline and balsa coring above it. The 570 Fly follows that lineage as a twin-keel catamaran with spade rudders and a solid fiberglass deck.
She measures 17.38 meters overall, with a 53.87-foot waterline, an 8.60-meter beam, and a maximum draft of 4.59 feet. Displacement is 51,808 lbs, or 23.5 tonnes. Her hull speed is 9.84 knots.
A capsize ratio of 3.03 and comfort ratio of 17.11 place her among stable, long-range cruising platforms rather than lithe racers. A displacement-to-length ratio of 147.95 and sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 22.8 further define her as a heavy, volume-driven boat tuned for loaded passage-making rather than sparkling acceleration.
Rig and Performance
The fractional sloop rig has a mast height of 74 feet 6 inches. The mainsail measures 1,163 square feet and the genoa 818 square feet, for a combined working sail area of nearly 1,980 square feet on a 51,808-pound catamaran. That points to measured rather than explosive performance. The principal dimensions and sail-plan figures are listed in the boat’s technical specifications.
Engines, Electrical System, and Tankage
Propulsion comes from twin 80-horsepower diesel engines turning the standard twin drives. The substantial electrical plant includes two 140-amp-hour, 12-volt start batteries, a 10,000-watt inverter, and an 11.5 or 13 kW generator operating at 50 or 60 hertz, according to the builder’s 570 Fly specifications.
Fuel is carried in two 600-liter tanks, while the fresh-water tank holds 1,000 liters. Those capacities support extended independent cruising without frequent resupply.
Accommodations and Equipment
The flybridge variant adds an upper steering and social station that extends the living space upward. An electric swim/tender platform provides easy access to the water.
Below, the salon has a 50-inch smart television and a sound system that also serves the cockpit and flybridge. Each cabin has a 32-inch smart television. Linen and soft furnishings come as standard, giving the boat a turnkey, charter-grade interior rather than a bare cruising shell. The wide 28-foot beam translates directly into salon and cabin volume that’s unusual for a sailing vessel of this length.
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 adds useful living space. Her heavy displacement and modest sail-area-to-displacement ratio favor comfortable, loaded cruising over speed or agility. Standard entertainment and comfort equipment make her a ready platform for either owner or charter use.
Pros
- Substantial 1,000-liter water capacity and 1,200-liter fuel capacity for long-range independence
- Standard 10 kW inverter and 11.5–13 kW generator, paired with twin 80 HP diesels
- Wide 28-foot beam, flybridge, and electric swim platform provide generous volume and easy access
Cons
- High 23.5-tonne displacement limits light-air performance
- Sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 22.8 favors passage comfort over agility
