The MiniCat 460 frame, to which the floats attach, is produced from light-weight aluminium and the frame parts are powder coated. The trampoline is produced from high strength woven plastic fabric. The frame is attached to the floats by means of welded-on ‘flags’, which are inserted into the pockets on the floats.
The MiniCat 460 series is the most advanced catamaran for experienced sailors and is the largest 4-passenger model in the MiniCat lineup, with a 6.1-meter mast and a total sail area of 11.5 m², making it easy to sail in light winds. For those seeking superior sailing performance, we recommend the MiniCat 460 series.
MiniCat 460 series
Inflatable catamaran that is fast, lightweight, and can carry up to 450 kg with an excellent sailing performance.
MiniCat's masterpiece. The Esprit model has been further improved, with key components now made of carbon fiber, allowing the weight to be lowered even further. Advanced catamaran yacht with reduced risk of capsizing and increased speed.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
| length | 4600mm |
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| width | 2200mm |
| height of the mast | 6100mm |
| weight | 63kg (Esprit), 59kg (Elite) |
| diameter of floats | 490mm |
| sail | main sail+jib |
| main sail | 8㎡ |
| jib | 3.5㎡ |
|---|---|
| trampoline | 1900x1450mm |
| dimensions of the bag |
2x 1750x300x300mm 1x 1000x300x300mm |
| design category | 「D」 |
| carrying capacity | 450kg |
| number of persons | 4 |
| time of assembly / dismantling | about 40mins |
FRAME & DECK
FLOATS
The MiniCat 460 is equipped with two inflatable floats 4.6 m length and 49 cm diameter. The floats are made of reinforced Heytex 5509, highly resistant to abrasion and very hard wearing. This material and production technology was adopted from the production of ‘white-water’ rafts. The floats are single-chamber with a combined load capacity of 550 kg.
KEEL FIN
To fully enjoy your sailing you must confidently control your boat. It is imperative to minimize ‘side-sail’, especially when sailing against the wind. To achieve this keel fins were designed to attach under each float. Their design and shape gives excellent performance yet still allows the boat to be sailed in very shallow water without the risk of damage.
MAST
The mast consists of three sections of equal length, slotted together. The length of the assembled mast is 6.10 m. The mast is from alloy tubing and has a groove for the sail attachment. This construction ensures high rigidity and strength for ultimate safety, performance and enjoyment.
SAIL
The MiniCat 460 is equipped with a main sail and a jib. The total area of the sails is 11,5 sqm (main sail 8,0 sqm, jib 3.5 sqm). The material ‘Racing PolyesterX-PLY Line’ is used for the main sail and the jib is made of “Polyester Dakron”. Both the main sail and jib have transparent windows to ensure better visibility and security while sailing. The 460 Esprit can be equipped with optional rolling sail Genna.
RUDDER
MiniCat 460 is fitted with one rudder in the craft centreline, attached to the frame. The automatic cleat will unlock the rudder rope in case the boat runs aground, thus protecting it from damage. The design of the rudder allows it to be raised at a 90 degree angle, so at the shore or in very shallow water there is no danger of damage. The rudder can be locked in both positions, raised or lowered. The tiller arm is jointed allowing full 360 degree movement.
Assembly video
MiniCat 460 Esprit
- 4-Piece Aluminium Mast – black powder coated/matt
- Aluminium Frame – black powder coated/matt finish
- Rudder – Fibreglass/Epoxy RTM
- Bowsprit – aluminium with eloxal coating
- Main Sail 8.0 m² - from Monofilm & Racing Polyester X-PLY line with funky dark design
- Jib 3.5 m² – Polyester Dacron
- Jib Furler
- Grey Floats
- Black Trampoline
- See-through/Chosen colour Sail
- Chosen colour Jib
- Floats fitted with hooks to fasten the additional front trampoline or the rope when anchoring the boat
Constructed of the latest materials and technology, the 460 Esprit inflatable sailboat is ultra-light weight and delivers an exceptional sailing experience. This model can be completed with a rolling sail Genna. It comes in three bags, can be assembled in about 40 mins and can carry 1-4 sailors.
The MiniCat 460 Esprit comes in three bags and takes about 40 minutes to assemble. Maximum capacity is for four people.
MiniCat 460 Elite
- 4-Piece ultra-light Carbon fiber mast
- Aluminium Frame – black powder coated/matt finish
- Rudder – Carbon
- Bowsprit – Carbon
- Main Sail 8.0 m² - from Monofilm & Racing Polyester X-PLY line with funky dark design
- Jib 3.5 m² – Polyester Dacron
- Jib Furler
- Grey Floats
- Black Trampoline with funky embroidery
- See-through/Chosen colour Sail
- Chosen colour Jib
- Floats fitted with hooks to fasten the additional front trampoline or the rope when anchoring the boat
The all-new ‘MiniCat 460 Elite’ is a high-tech edition to the largest category of the MiniCat portable sailboat range.
The construction is based on the MiniCat 460 Esprit, designed for experienced sailors but the latest model ‘Elite’ takes the MiniCat 460 range to a new level of style, class and performance through the use of an ultra-light carbon fiber mast, rudder and bowsprit together with some eye-catching details of embroidery on the trampoline.
