August 17, 2026
The Fountaine Pajot FPY70S: When a Sailing Catamaran Becomes a Residence
The 72-foot Fountaine Pajot FPY70S is a floating residence for serious bluewater cruisers: 2,433 sq ft of living space, a 269 sq ft owner's …
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 72'2" |
| Beam | 32'11" |
| Draft | 5'10" |
| Displacement | 88,185 lbs (light) |
| Engines | Twin Diesel (2 x 150 HP) |
| Fuel Capacity | 343 gal |
| Water Capacity | 343 gal |
| Cabins / Heads | 3-6 Cabins / 3-6 Heads + Crew |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
You want bluewater sailing with a crew you rarely see and guests who never feel stacked. The FPY70S is the yacht line's 72-foot sailing catamaran.
Part of the Fountaine Pajot FP Sailing Yachts series — see how owners step up through the lineup.
Quick Verdict
- Up to eight layout configurations with three to six guest staterooms and up to five crew cabins—more operational flexibility than most 70-foot sailing cats
- Up to 7 kW of solar, a 64 kWh lithium bank and a 16 kW fast-charging generator, designed for extended anchoring without constant generator use
- 2,433 sq ft of living space in distinct zones—a 334 sq ft panoramic flybridge, a 280 sq ft forward spa area and a 269 sq ft owner's suite—separation that matters on long passages
Our Take
The FPY70S is a well-engineered bluewater cruiser with a focus on autonomy and livability. The deck construction keeps the center of gravity low, and the hull layup is proven. The energy system—up to 7 kW of solar, up to 64 kWh of lithium storage and a dedicated 16 kW charging generator—is one of the most robust I've seen on a production sailing cat this size. Fountaine Pajot didn't cut corners on the systems, and it shows in the way the boat handles extended time at anchor. The build quality is consistent with what I expect from this builder.
This boat is for the experienced sailor who wants to cruise long-range with family or guests and has the budget to run it properly. It's not for the first-time catamaran buyer. The operational complexity requires either crew or significant owner competence. If you're planning to charter, the six-cabin configuration makes sense. If you're owner-operating, the three or four-cabin layouts offer better crew separation and easier management. This is not a boat for someone who wants to sail weekends and keep it simple.
Resale on Fountaine Pajot cats has been strong, particularly in the 60-80 foot range. The FPY70S benefits from the brand's reputation and support network. Maintenance costs are high, but predictable. The systems are well-documented, and parts availability is good in most cruising regions. If you're buying this boat, plan to own it for at least five years to justify the transaction costs and customization investment. The market for 70-foot sailing cats is smaller than the 50-60 foot range, but buyers in this segment tend to be more serious and better capitalized.
Official Fountaine Pajot Premiere: Inside the Fountaine Pajot FPY70S
Video courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
Fountaine Pajot FPY70S Photo Gallery
Photos courtesy of Fountaine Pajot.
Fountaine Pajot FPY70S Overview
The FPY70S is the sailing catamaran at the heart of Fountaine Pajot's yacht line. The sheet reads 72'2" overall on a 32'11" beam, 5'10" draft and 88,185 lbs light displacement, with 343 gallons each of fuel and water.
Fountaine Pajot quotes 2,433 sq ft of living space and up to eight layout configurations — numbers that explain the boat better than any adjective: volume and flexibility at a scale the sailing range below it cannot reach.
Performance & Handling
Fountaine Pajot publishes no speed figures for the FPY70S; those rows stay empty rather than estimated. Auxiliary power is twin 150 hp diesels, sized for maneuvering and passage support rather than motor-yacht pace.
Berret-Racoupeau drew the platform for long-range cruising under sail, with the energy systems specified around time at anchor — the operating pattern a catamaran this size actually lives in.
Interior & Accommodations
Configurations run from three guest cabins to six, with up to five crew cabins — setting the boat up as a private yacht, a family platform, or a full charter program. The sheet spans 3-6 cabins and 3-6 heads plus crew.
Deck living splits across the flybridge, aft cockpit and forward lounge, and guest circulation is kept clear of the working side of the boat.
Market Position
Seventy-foot sailing catamarans are a small field split between semi-custom builds and a handful of production yards; the FPY70S brings production-line consistency and factory support to a size that usually means a custom project.
Within the range it sits between the FPY59S and the FPY80S; the FPY70 is its motor-yacht counterpart at the same point in the line.
Who the FPY70S Is For
Buy the FPY70S if you are an experienced catamaran owner moving up to a crewed program — long-range cruising with family and guests, or charter — and you want sail rather than diesel doing the daily work.
Step down to the FPY59S for a smaller crew and budget. Step up to the FPY80S if the program justifies it. Choose the FPY70 instead if nobody aboard wants to trim anything.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What powers the FPY70S?
Twin 150 hp diesels as auxiliaries, sized for maneuvering and passage support rather than motor-yacht pace — the yard publishes no speed figures for the FPY70S. Berret-Racoupeau drew the platform for long-range cruising under sail, with the energy systems specified around time at anchor, the operating pattern a catamaran this size actually lives in.
How much living space does the FPY70S have?
Fountaine Pajot quotes 2,433 sq ft of living space and up to eight layout configurations — three to six guest cabins and up to five crew cabins. Deck living splits across the flybridge, aft cockpit and forward lounge, with guest circulation kept clear of the working side of the boat.