Perfection through evolution"
Quite a strong statement maybe to begin a designers comment on this latest work done by Maxim Yachts in Durban South Africa.
But I feel strongly that is fits the latest fully updated version of the Maxim 38 MK II which started it life a number of years ago as a 37 footer.
Alex Smal / Glynn Buckle and their team at Maxim have done a really good job, adapting the yacht to the ever changing market demands, while not losing side of the original taste and feel of the Maxim yachts.
The new 38 has a number of important enhancements to deal with the ever increasing loading and space demands. So have the hulls not only been changed to have more length but they have also been redesigned to offer more space and weight carrying capacity in the aft sections in order to deal with bigger engines, more equipment and the bimini structure, pretty much regarded as a standard feature on today's serious cruising catamaran.
From here on the features and enhancements are not as striking but maybe just as important. Construction techniques and methods have been adapted to follow the latest methods, resulting in a lighter and stronger structure, General plumbing and electrical layouts have been refined and everything has been brought in line with the most recent requirements for CE certification to which all Maxim products comply.
From a practical perspective, the extra length has allowed bigger engines (2 x 29 HP) which are also situated further back, enhancing the interior volume available for storage as well as further reducing the noise impact on the interior while running under power.
The extra beam also allows for a wider double aft berth, bringing it in line with the two spacious fwd cabins.
On the exterior, the targawing and bimini have greatly improved the functionality of the cockpit which now becomes much more part of the permanent living space, under sail as well as at mooring. The enhancement on the rig where the caps and intermediates have been brought further inboard greatly enhances the walk through on the side deck to the front, a feature often ignored in other catamarans of this size.
Overall it has made this new Maxim such a pleasure to be on, and with the excellent track record of the earlier models it comes with the reassurance that it will do it job perfectly anytime and anywhere.
Alexander Simonis
DESIGNER : ALEXANDER SIMONIS
OVERALL LENGTH : 11,90 m
WATERLINE LENGTH : 11.68 m
BEAM : 6,27 m
DRAFT : 0,98 m
MASS HEIGHT OFF DWL : 17,03 m
DISPLACEMENT : >/ - 6000 kg
SAIL AREA : 85 m sq.
WATER CAPACITY : 500 l
FUEL CAPACITY : 500 l
2 X MOTORS : 29 Hp
BERTHS : 3 double ; 2 single
SAIL PRINCIPLE CHARACTERISTICS
Specification
Hull Deck & Bulkheads
Hand laid-up GRP construction using multi layers of Quadraxial glass roving, isophthalic and orthophthalic polyester resin and other highest grade materials.
High grade core material vacuum bonded for stiffness, strength and minimal weight
Reinforced fitting areas for rudders, keels, mast, chain plates & deck fittings
Forward water tight compartments with horizontal bulk heads
Skeg supported rudders
Low aspect keels, reinforced for beaching
Antifouling over epoxy based osmosis barrier
Dive platform at stern
Deck Fitting:
STAINLESS STEEL, Grade 316
Bow pulpit with seats
Pushpits on stern
Brackets for two horse shoe buoys
Brackets for one over board light
Stanchions & stanchion bases
Swim ladder
Grab rails on coach roof
Double guard wires
Deck Equipment:
2 x Primary winches on coach roof & 1 furling winch
1 x 1000w Electric Windlass
Tracks, cars, jammers & blocks
8 x Aluminium mooring cleats
Anderson line tender on mainsheet traveller
Plumbing :
2 x Manual bilge pumps
6 x Electric bilge pumps
1 x Calorifiers (hot water system) 40 litres
Self draining cockpit
Deck shower, hot & cold
Hatches & Windows:
Hatches : 7
Port lights : 12
Tinted glass windows : 4
Aluminium framed sliding door : 1
GRP locker lids : 2 x foredeck, 3 x cockpit
Safety Equipment:
Basic safety equipment
Rigging :
7/8 th fractional rig
Aluminium mast, boom & cross beam
Mast supported by double spreaders, intermediate & cap shrouds
2 x reefing lines with luff pendant
Navigation lights
VHF antenna
Lazy jacks
Double purchase main halyard
Sails:
Fully battened main, 3 reef points, 10,3 oz cross cut Dacron
Genoa roller furler, 7,3 oz cross cut Dacron
Stackpack
Sheets & control lines
Cockpit:
Steering console including
Stainless steel steering wheel
Instrument console
3 x storage lockers
Helmsman's seat
Accommodation :
MAIN SALOON
Leather upholstered cushions
Storage in seating modules
Dining table with seating for 6
GRP moulded finish to modules
Galley :
4 Burners propane stove & oven
Stainless steel sink with cover
Pressurised hot & cold water
Salt water tap
Top opening fridge / freezer - 12 V
GRP moulded finish to modules
Large working areas
Corian work surfaces with stainless steel rails & fiddles
Stainless steel waste chute with cover
Forward & Aft Cabins:
Single bunks x 2
Queen size double bunk with split mattresses x 3
GRP moulded finish to modules
Ample shelf space & hanging locker
Cabin & reading lights
Cave lockers
Stainless steel towel rails
Head Compartments:
Marine manual toilet
Wash basin & shower with pressurised hot & cold water
Integrated shower grate & sump
GRP moulded finish to modules
Mirror
Vanity cabinet
Soap dispensers
Stainless steel towel rails
Navigation Centre:
Recessed chart table with chart stowage
Instrument console
Navigation seat
Removable panels for access to electrical installation
Instrumentation :
Autohelm ST60 Tridata & Wind
Compass
VHF radio
Electrics :
2 x Engine start batteries (12V) @ 65 AH
Ships load batteries (12V) - 400 AH
Circuit breaker panel
Link 2000 system - 2 x 125 amp alternators
Battery isolator switches
Ceiling lights
Lazarette & engine compartment lights
1 x deck light
4 x cockpit light
6 x Interior AC outlets
110 / 220 V shore cable socket
Mast top & lower navigation lights
Steaming light
Engine Equipment:
2 x 29 Hp fresh water cooled Diesel Engines
Sound insulation
2 x Instrument panels
2 x 100A alternators
Fixed propellers
High pressure fuel line
Mooring Gear & Ground Tackle:
40lb CQR primary anchor
30lb CQR secondary anchor
50 m galvanized chain
50 m nylon anchor type
5 x mooring lines
TOP
Optional Extra's:
Raymarine ST6001 Auto Pilot & S1 Smart Pilot
12V CD sound system with amplifier
4 x marine speaker in cockpit & saloon
Batteries - additional 200AH
2 KW Inverter / charger 12V to 110V / 220V
Cabin fans in cabins and saloon
2 x Black water systems
Pressurised deck wash pump system
Telescopic Boom Derrik
Stainless steel framed Bimini
Cockpit table - rigid
Gas Barbeque
Radar / Chartplotter
Gennaker & Gear
Liferaft
Watermaker
Perfection through evolution"
Quite a strong statement maybe to begin a designers comment on this latest work done by Maxim Yachts in Durban South Africa.
But I feel strongly that is fits the latest fully updated version of the Maxim 38 MK II which started it life a number of years ago as a 37 footer.
Alex Smal / Glynn Buckle and their team at Maxim have done a really good job, adapting the yacht to the ever changing market demands, while not losing side of the original taste and feel of the Maxim yachts.
The new 38 has a number of important enhancements to deal with the ever increasing loading and space demands. So have the hulls not only been changed to have more length but they have also been redesigned to offer more space and weight carrying capacity in the aft sections in order to deal with bigger engines, more equipment and the bimini structure, pretty much regarded as a standard feature on today's serious cruising catamaran.
From here on the features and enhancements are not as striking but maybe just as important. Construction techniques and methods have been adapted to follow the latest methods, resulting in a lighter and stronger structure, General plumbing and electrical layouts have been refined and everything has been brought in line with the most recent requirements for CE certification to which all Maxim products comply.
From a practical perspective, the extra length has allowed bigger engines (2 x 29 HP) which are also situated further back, enhancing the interior volume available for storage as well as further reducing the noise impact on the interior while running under power.
The extra beam also allows for a wider double aft berth, bringing it in line with the two spacious fwd cabins.
On the exterior, the targawing and bimini have greatly improved the functionality of the cockpit which now becomes much more part of the permanent living space, under sail as well as at mooring. The enhancement on the rig where the caps and intermediates have been brought further inboard greatly enhances the walk through on the side deck to the front, a feature often ignored in other catamarans of this size.
Overall it has made this new Maxim such a pleasure to be on, and with the excellent track record of the earlier models it comes with the reassurance that it will do it job perfectly anytime and anywhere.
Alexander Simonis
DESIGNER : ALEXANDER SIMONIS
OVERALL LENGTH : 11,90 m
WATERLINE LENGTH : 11.68 m
BEAM : 6,27 m
DRAFT : 0,98 m
MASS HEIGHT OFF DWL : 17,03 m
DISPLACEMENT : >/ - 6000 kg
SAIL AREA : 85 m sq.
WATER CAPACITY : 500 l
FUEL CAPACITY : 500 l
2 X MOTORS : 29 Hp
BERTHS : 3 double ; 2 single
SAIL PRINCIPLE CHARACTERISTICS
Specification
Hull Deck & Bulkheads
Hand laid-up GRP construction using multi layers of Quadraxial glass roving, isophthalic and orthophthalic polyester resin and other highest grade materials.
High grade core material vacuum bonded for stiffness, strength and minimal weight
Reinforced fitting areas for rudders, keels, mast, chain plates & deck fittings
Forward water tight compartments with horizontal bulk heads
Skeg supported rudders
Low aspect keels, reinforced for beaching
Antifouling over epoxy based osmosis barrier
Dive platform at stern
Deck Fitting:
STAINLESS STEEL, Grade 316
Bow pulpit with seats
Pushpits on stern
Brackets for two horse shoe buoys
Brackets for one over board light
Stanchions & stanchion bases
Swim ladder
Grab rails on coach roof
Double guard wires
Deck Equipment:
2 x Primary winches on coach roof & 1 furling winch
1 x 1000w Electric Windlass
Tracks, cars, jammers & blocks
8 x Aluminium mooring cleats
Anderson line tender on mainsheet traveller
Plumbing :
2 x Manual bilge pumps
6 x Electric bilge pumps
1 x Calorifiers (hot water system) 40 litres
Self draining cockpit
Deck shower, hot & cold
Hatches & Windows:
Hatches : 7
Port lights : 12
Tinted glass windows : 4
Aluminium framed sliding door : 1
GRP locker lids : 2 x foredeck, 3 x cockpit
Safety Equipment:
Basic safety equipment
Rigging :
7/8 th fractional rig
Aluminium mast, boom & cross beam
Mast supported by double spreaders, intermediate & cap shrouds
2 x reefing lines with luff pendant
Navigation lights
VHF antenna
Lazy jacks
Double purchase main halyard
Sails:
Fully battened main, 3 reef points, 10,3 oz cross cut Dacron
Genoa roller furler, 7,3 oz cross cut Dacron
Stackpack
Sheets & control lines
Cockpit:
Steering console including
Stainless steel steering wheel
Instrument console
3 x storage lockers
Helmsman's seat
Accommodation :
MAIN SALOON
Leather upholstered cushions
Storage in seating modules
Dining table with seating for 6
GRP moulded finish to modules
Galley :
4 Burners propane stove & oven
Stainless steel sink with cover
Pressurised hot & cold water
Salt water tap
Top opening fridge / freezer - 12 V
GRP moulded finish to modules
Large working areas
Corian work surfaces with stainless steel rails & fiddles
Stainless steel waste chute with cover
Forward & Aft Cabins:
Single bunks x 2
Queen size double bunk with split mattresses x 3
GRP moulded finish to modules
Ample shelf space & hanging locker
Cabin & reading lights
Cave lockers
Stainless steel towel rails
Head Compartments:
Marine manual toilet
Wash basin & shower with pressurised hot & cold water
Integrated shower grate & sump
GRP moulded finish to modules
Mirror
Vanity cabinet
Soap dispensers
Stainless steel towel rails
Navigation Centre:
Recessed chart table with chart stowage
Instrument console
Navigation seat
Removable panels for access to electrical installation
Instrumentation :
Autohelm ST60 Tridata & Wind
Compass
VHF radio
Electrics :
2 x Engine start batteries (12V) @ 65 AH
Ships load batteries (12V) - 400 AH
Circuit breaker panel
Link 2000 system - 2 x 125 amp alternators
Battery isolator switches
Ceiling lights
Lazarette & engine compartment lights
1 x deck light
4 x cockpit light
6 x Interior AC outlets
110 / 220 V shore cable socket
Mast top & lower navigation lights
Steaming light
Engine Equipment:
2 x 29 Hp fresh water cooled Diesel Engines
Sound insulation
2 x Instrument panels
2 x 100A alternators
Fixed propellers
High pressure fuel line
Mooring Gear & Ground Tackle:
40lb CQR primary anchor
30lb CQR secondary anchor
50 m galvanized chain
50 m nylon anchor type
5 x mooring lines
TOP
Optional Extra's:
Raymarine ST6001 Auto Pilot & S1 Smart Pilot
12V CD sound system with amplifier
4 x marine speaker in cockpit & saloon
Batteries - additional 200AH
2 KW Inverter / charger 12V to 110V / 220V
Cabin fans in cabins and saloon
2 x Black water systems
Pressurised deck wash pump system
Telescopic Boom Derrik
Stainless steel framed Bimini
Cockpit table - rigid
Gas Barbeque
Radar / Chartplotter
Gennaker & Gear
Liferaft
Watermaker
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