S/V Ruatahi started life as a 1999 Manta 40 and is now a Manta 46 catamaran for sale by owner.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a meticulously upgraded boat at an unbeatable price! Our vessel, enhanced by a renowned Naval Architect with Gunboat yachts expertise, is now available and you won’t find a better deal anywhere else!
The transformation is remarkable, with extended sterns and rudders that boost performance and load capacity. Construction by Dencho Marine in Marina Del Ray ensures top-notch quality. With “kiwi props,” an extended rig, and cabin modifications, this boat is a sailing dream.
But that’s not all – it’s equipped with a retractable bow sprit, a deluxe hot water/heating system, A/C units, and solar panels. Annual servicing and rigorous inspections ensure top-notch condition.
Act now! The price reduction is too good to ignore, and this boat, along with kayaks, SUP, and galley essentials, is ready for you to sail the seven seas. Don’t wait, as we’re open to offers. Secure your adventure on the water today!
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Specifications | |
Catamaran Name: | S/V Ruatahi |
Model: | 46 Custom |
Year Built: | 1999 |
Builder: | Manta Enterprises (Sarasota, FL) |
Designer: | Manta Enterprises |
Construction: | Vacuum-bagged Core Cell and Nida Core honeycomb coring; Solid GRP below waterline |
Loa: | 46 ft |
Lwl: | 44 ft |
Beam: | 21' 0" (6.4 m.); 53% LOA |
Headroom: | 6' 4" (1.93 m.) |
Draft: | 3' 8" (1.12 m.) |
Displacement: | 16500 lbs. (7500 kgs.) |
Mast Height: | 62' 6" (18.2 m.) |
Bridgedeck Clearance: | 2' 5% LOA (min) |
Holding Tanks: | 25 x 2 |
Cabins: | 3 |
Heads: | 2 |
Galley Location: | up |
Engines: | volvo MD 2030 |
Engine Hours: | 2500 approx |
Sails: | Mainsail..Radial cut Hydra-net square top Jib...cross-cut dacron fully battened camberspar Screecher... Kevlar/carbon composite Spinnaker..nylon |
Layout Diagram

Catamaran Inventory
Accommodations
- Totally updated contemporary look
- All headliners replaced with marine plywood wrapped with foam lined vinyl
- All ceiling areas insulated with 1" foil backed foam insulation
- Counters refinished with Wilsonart laminates
- Hull liner wall carpet
- Flooring upgraded with waterproof vinyl planking (Driftwood)
- Durable salon cushions (Taupe/Beige)
- Cabinets, doors and drawers with wood finish
- Lighting updated with LED lights
Owners hull
- 6" foam Queen mattress (2019) with a 2" topper
- Hull wall carpet
- Double door cedar lined hanging locker
- 4 drawers and footlocker for storage
- Hatch, 2 port windows and AC for increased ventilation
- 4 shelf bookshelf at bottom of stairs. 2 steps lift for additional storage
- Finally a large pantry with shelving and 2 large 24" drawers for ample storage
- 3/8" glass shower door.
- Deluxe Moen hardware with shower head and hand held sprayer
- Hurricane heating system for hot water and cabin heating
- Fold up bench seat
- Jabsco Quiet Flush toilet
- Oval SS sink with brushed nickel faucet
- Wilsonart laminate countertop
Guest hull
- Two cabins 1 double,1 single berth
- Hull wall carpet
- Single door cedar lined hanging locker
- 3 drawers and footlocker for storage
- An additional large drop in tool storage box
- Hatch, 2 port windows and AC
- 4 shelf bookshelf at bottom of stairs.
- 2 steps lift for additional storage
Starboard Head
- Hatch, port window and fan for ventilation
- Lots of storage
Salon
- L shaped settee with durable fabric cushions (2019)
- LG 21" TV/DVD player on swing arm
- sound bar
- Stereo system
Galley
- U shaped galley with Dometic Wedgewood 3 burner stove (2019)
- toaster
- Microwave
- Wood laminate doors and draws full extension drawers with lots of storage
- SS double sink with brush nickel gooseneck faucet and soap dispenser
- Dual lid drop in Fridge/Freezer 10 cu.ft.
- 4.0 GPH fresh water pump
Cockpit
- Captains chair
- Bomar cockpit hatch
- Cockpit cushions
- Newer Isenglass enclosure
- Newer custom sun shades
- Aluminum Bimini/arch
- Harken 44 Classic power winch
- Harken 40 2-speed winch astern for Spinnaker
Electronics
- NMEA 2000 based system that interfaces with your current boat systems
- Monitors boat safety -Anchor alarms, High Bilge alarms, Watermaker production, tank levels, etc
- 4- 4.1" multi function displays.
- Raymarine integrates nav system
- Volvo engines to monitor RPM, temperature, and alternator voltage outputs
- Tank level monitor for Diesel and Fresh Water Tanks
- DC Current monitor to monitor DC voltage
- AC Current monitor to monitor Invertor or Generator voltage
- GPS antennae and receiver
- Depth, speed, temperature transducer
- Dual engine audible alarm
Electrical
- New Blue Seas distribution panels
- New 6-180 watt solar panels
- MPPT 100/50 charge controller(2019)
- Link Battery Monitor
- 6-6 volt AGM batteries. 620 amp hours
- 2-600 CCA Engine starting batteries
- Pure Sine Inverter/Charger
Deck & Hull
- Lifelines
- 2 additional stern cleats for cross tying
- LED running lights and anchor lights
- LED spreader lights, steaming and foredeck lights
- 6 Bomar hatches and 8 port windows
Sails & Rigging
- Tall rig and custom boom
- Hydra-net Mainsail by EP Sails
- Signature Manta Camber Spar Jib by EP Sails
- Asymmetrical Spinnaker with sock
- Screecher/reaching sail on continuous line fuller
- Mainsail and Jib covers
Engines & Mechanical
- Volvo MD2030 (approx. 2500 hrs )
- Sail drives - Volvo S130
- New Kiwi prop 3 Blade feathering propellers and hubs. (2020)
- Nextgen 3.5 Kw Generator
- Hurricane on demand hot water/heating system
- Dometic 16,000 BTU Reverse cycle AC/ heater
- Dometic 10,000 BTU Reverse cycle AC/ heater
- Adler Barbour ColdMachine CU-100 condensing unit with evaporator plate
Tender
- West Marine RIB
- Yamaha 9.9hp 2 stroke motor
Safety
- All US Coastguard required equipment
Anchor & Docking
- 60lb Rocna
- Dock lines and fenders