The Horizon PC74: When 74 Feet Feels Like 90
The Horizon PC74's 28-foot-3-inch beam delivers volume a 90-foot monohull would envy: a full main-deck master, four guest staterooms, two is…
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Expert Review, Technical Specifications & Market Analysis
The Essentials
| Feature | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 73' 9½" (22.49 m) |
| Beam | 28' 3¾" (8.63 m) |
| Draft | 5' 11" at half load |
| Displacement | 163,140 lb (74 t) at half load |
| Engines | Twin CAT C18 ACERT, 1,136 hp each |
| Fuel Capacity | 2,000 US gal (7,570 L) |
| Water Capacity | 400 US gal (1,514 L) |
| Cabins / Heads | 4 guest staterooms + 2 crew cabins |
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
- A 28-foot-3-inch beam delivers a full main-deck master plus three en-suite guest cabins in the hulls — more usable volume than any monohull its length
- Twin CAT C18 ACERTs at 1,136 hp on 2,000 gallons, with two isolated crew cabins that never cross the guest areas
- Six feet of draft at 74 feet, which is less than plenty of 50-foot monohulls and the reason the Bahamas stays open to you
Our Take
The PC74 is serious yard capability applied to a Florida charter-market brief. Horizon has been laying up composite cats for over a decade, and it shows. The hull is a one-piece resin-infused lamination, the engineering is conservative, and the systems are accessible. The twin CAT C18s are bulletproof. The ride is flat. The boat does what it says it will do. No surprises.
This boat is for the owner who has already figured out that beam matters more than length. If you're still chasing the sportfish aesthetic or you think a cat is a compromise, this isn't your boat. But if you want four real guest cabins, a full-beam master, and the ability to cross to the islands without your guests turning green, the PC74 is the answer. It's also the right boat if you're considering crew but haven't committed. The layout supports both owner-op and crewed operation without forcing the decision.
Resale on Horizon cats has been stable because the brand isn't chasing fashion. Buyers looking at pre-owned PC74s are looking at condition, hours and maintenance records. The charter market provides a floor for resale values. If you maintain the boat properly and keep hours reasonable, you'll find a buyer. Operating costs are real — well into six figures annually owner-operated, and roughly double that with crew — but the boat can charter if you're willing to put it into a programme. It's not a moneymaker, but it's not a pure expense either. The PC74 is a tool, not a trophy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Horizon PC74 have crew quarters?
Yes — two crew cabins with their own heads and separate access, isolated from the guest areas. Horizon's own data table lists the boat as four guest cabins plus two crew.
It is the only model in the catamaran range that assumes crew, and the 28-foot-3-inch beam is what makes it possible: that extra width is also what buys the full main-deck master and three en-suite guest cabins in the hulls. Horizon does not publish a crew headcount, so treat any specific number you see elsewhere with caution.