August 17, 2026
The Fountaine Pajot FPY59S: A Sailing Catamaran Built for the Long Game
Built for extended cruising, the Fountaine Pajot FPY59S pairs condo-scale living—1,238 sq ft, a full-beam owner suite and 344 sq ft flybridg…
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 61'7" |
| Beam | 31'0" |
| Draft | 5'5" |
| Displacement | 62,170 lbs (light) |
| Engines | Twin Volvo Penta D3-110 (2 x 110 HP) |
| Fuel Capacity | 317 gal |
| Water Capacity | 304 gal |
| Cabins / Heads | 4-6 Cabins / 3-6 Heads + Crew |
| Max Speed | 10 knots (under power) |
| Cruise Speed | 8-9 knots (under sail/power) |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
You want a sailing catamaran that hosts five couples and a crew without anyone crossing paths before coffee. The FPY59S opens Fountaine Pajot's yacht line.
Part of the Fountaine Pajot FP Sailing Yachts series — see how owners step up through the lineup.
Quick Verdict
- 1,238 sq ft of living space, including a 344 sq ft panoramic flybridge and a full-beam owner's suite—more usable volume than the length suggests
- Energy architecture of up to 42 kWh of lithium, up to 4 kW of solar and a dedicated 14 kW generator supports long stays at anchor without constant generator hours
- Three interior layouts from owner's Maestro to a six-cabin charter version, with dedicated skipper's quarters
Our Take
The FPY59S is a well-executed cruising catamaran that does not try to be something it is not. The build quality is solid, the systems are well-integrated, and the layout makes sense for extended cruising. The energy package—up to 42 kWh of lithium batteries, up to 4 kW of solar, and a dedicated 14 kW generator—is a legitimate piece of engineering, not a gimmick, and it delivers real value if you plan to spend time at anchor. The boat is not fast, but it is efficient and comfortable, which is what matters on a passage.
This boat is for the buyer who has moved past the performance conversation and into the lifestyle conversation. If you want a cat that points high and races the weather window, this is not it. If you want a boat that will comfortably host six to eight people for two weeks in the islands without feeling cramped, this is one of the best options in the 60-foot range. The owner-focused Maestro layouts are the right choice for private use. The six-cabin charter layout is optimized for revenue, but it compromises the owner experience.
Resale on Fountaine Pajot catamarans is generally strong, and the brand has a good reputation for support and parts availability. The FPY59S is the entry point into the Fountaine Pajot Yachts line, which means it will hold value better than some of the smaller models. Maintenance costs are higher than a monohull, but that is the trade-off for the space and stability. Keep the boat maintained and the systems updated and it should remain very sellable; buyers in this segment know exactly what they are looking for.
Official Fountaine Pajot Premiere: Inside the Fountaine Pajot FPY59S
Video courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
Fountaine Pajot FPY59S Photo Gallery
Photos courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
Fountaine Pajot FPY59S Overview
The FPY59S is the entry point to Fountaine Pajot Yachts, the builder's large-yacht line. The sheet reads 61'7" overall on a 31'0" beam, 5'5" draft and 62,170 lbs light displacement, with 317 gallons of fuel and 304 gallons of water.
This platform reached the market as the Samana 59 before the 2025 renaming, so it enters the FPY line already sea-trialed and in service — SAIL Magazine's test is the source for the performance notes below.
Performance & Handling
Fountaine Pajot lists 10 knots under power and an 8-9 knot cruise. SAIL's sea trial of the platform recorded 9.5 knots at 2,400 rpm with a 76 dBA saloon — quiet, unhurried miles rather than headline speed.
Power is twin 110 hp Volvo Penta D3-110 diesels; twin engines set a full beam apart make close-quarters handling straightforward for a boat this size.
Interior & Accommodations
Layouts run from a three-cabin owner's version with a full-beam master to a six-cabin charter configuration; the sheet spans 4-6 cabins and 3-6 heads, plus dedicated crew quarters.
Living space stacks across saloon, cockpits and flybridge, and the design assumes professional crew may be aboard: crew accommodation and circulation are separated from the guest spaces.
Market Position
At sixty feet a sailing catamaran stops competing with family cruisers and starts competing with crewed charter yachts, and the FPY59S is built for exactly that duty — private owners with a captain, or charter programs that need volume and cabin count.
Within the range it is the smallest of the FP Yachts line; the FP55 below it trades crew-run capability for owner-operated simplicity, and the FPY70S above it adds ten feet and materially more volume.
Who the FPY59S Is For
Buy the FPY59S if your program involves guests in numbers — extended family, friends, or paying charter — and you are ready for professional help running the boat. Owner-operation is possible for an experienced couple, but the boat is drawn with crew in mind.
Step down to the FP55 if you want to keep the program in the family. Step up to the FPY70S if you need more cabins and true crew separation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fountaine Pajot FPY59S the same boat as the Samana 59?
Yes — the platform reached the market as the Samana 59 before the 2025 renaming brought it into the FP Yachts line, so it arrives already sea-trialed and in service. SAIL Magazine's test of the platform recorded 9.5 knots at 2,400 rpm with a 76 dBA saloon — quiet, unhurried miles rather than headline speed.
How fast is the FPY59S?
Fountaine Pajot lists 10 knots under power and an 8-9 knot cruise under sail or power. Power is twin 110 hp Volvo Penta D3-110 diesels, set a full beam apart, which makes close-quarters handling straightforward for a boat of 61'7". This is the entry to the crewed yacht line, not a performance catamaran.