April 4, 2026
The Horizon PC68: A Power Catamaran Built for Distance and Decisions
Horizon publishes 2,000 nautical miles at 8 knots for the PC68 — the longest quoted range in its catamaran line. Twin MAN i6 850s, SCRIMP-in…
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 68' 0" (20.73 m) |
| Beam | 24' 6" (7.47 m) |
| Draft | 5' 4" (1.62 m) at half load |
| Displacement | 111,112 lb (50.40 t) at half load |
| Engines | Twin MAN i6, 850 hp each |
| Fuel Capacity | 1,500 US gal (5,670 L) |
| Water Capacity | 300 US gal (1,135 L) |
| Cabins / Heads | 3 en-suite staterooms + crew cabin |
Source: Spec & Photos courtesy of Horizon Power Catamarans. Specs verified by Tony Smith, USCG 100 Ton Master, on August 10, 2026.
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Quick Verdict
- Horizon publishes 2,000 nautical miles at 8 knots and 600 at 20 — the longest quoted range in the PC line, and a factory figure rather than a magazine one
- A forward Portuguese deck reached from the flybridge, a second outdoor lounge almost nobody offers at 68 feet
- On-deck master or open salon: the layout decision that defines whether the boat prioritises the owner or the entertaining
Our Take
The PC68 is built with the licensed SCRIMP resin-infusion process, which is the right choice for a long-range catamaran. The 24-foot-6-inch beam creates genuine volume without the weight penalty of a monohull, and 5 feet 4 inches of draft keeps you in cruising grounds larger boats can't access. The twin MAN i6 850s are proven, serviceable engines, and the 1,500-gallon tankage is what supports Horizon's own 2,000-mile figure. The build quality reflects the yard's decision to limit production and keep control of the process.
This boat is for the owner who plans trips in weeks, not weekends. If you're running to the Bahamas for a long weekend and back, you're overpaying for capability you won't use. If you're planning a month in the islands or a season in the Caribbean, the PC68 makes sense. The on-deck master layout works for couples who are the primary users. The open salon layout works for families or owners who charter. The wrong choice here will define whether you're happy with the boat in year three.
Resale on Horizon catamarans has held better than most production builders in this segment, largely because the company doesn't flood the market and because the boats are built to a standard that supports long-term ownership. Maintenance costs are predictable — twin diesels, accessible systems, and a builder who answers the phone. The PC68 is not the cheapest way to get 68 feet of boat, but on the yard's own numbers it is one of the most capable ways to cover 2,000 miles without stopping.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far can the Horizon PC68 run on one tank?
Horizon publishes 2,000 nautical miles at 8 knots, and 600 nautical miles at 20 knots, on 1,500 gallons of fuel — the longest quoted range in its catamaran line, and a factory figure rather than a magazine one.
In practice that means Florida to the eastern Caribbean is a passage you plan around weather rather than fuel docks, while 600 miles at a fast cruise still gets you to the Abacos in a single run. Horizon notes that its performance statistics are estimates rather than warranties, and publishes no fuel-consumption figure.