Yacht Detail
2006 PDQ 44' (13.41 m) Antares
Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
Refit Year: 2025 HANA HOU
Antares 44 is built for sailors seeking safe, comfortable, ocean crossings. "HANA HOU" is a veteran world cruiser.
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Lahaina, Hawaii
- Catamaran
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: QPQ44014H506
Description
44' ANTARES PDQ CATAMARAN 2006
Antares 44 is built for sailors seeking safe, comfortable, ocean crossings. "HANA HOU" is a veteran world cruiser, recently hauled out, and ready to take new owners to new horizons. The Antares 44 is recognized worldwide as one of the best catamarans for circumnavigation. Straight shaft drives, skegged hung rudders, and protected helm station are just a few examples of safety the designers have built into these vessels. From the hull to the interior joinery, every detail reflects precision and excellence.
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Honolulu Yacht Brokerage. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: QPQ44014H506
Official Number: 1180703
LOA: 44' (13.41 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2006
Refit Year: 2025
Beam: 21' 8''
LOD: 44'
LWL: 43' 5''
Draft Max: 4'
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Catamaran
Bridge Clearance: 61'
Fuel Tank: 120 Gallons (454.25 Liters)
Fresh Water: 140 Gallons (529.96 Liters)
Holding Tank: 30 Gallons (113.56 Liters)
Displacement: 22500 lbs
Designer: Ted Clements
Builder: Antares Yachts / PDQ Yachts (Canada)
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Full Details
Rig and Sail Particulars
I: 43.00 ft / 13.11 m
J: 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
P: 47.00 ft / 14.33 m
E: 17.00 ft / 5.18 m
S.A. Fore: 301.00 ft² / 27.96 m²
S.A. Main: 399.50 ft² / 37.11 m²
S.A. Total (100% Fore + Main Triangles): 700.50 ft² / 65.08 m²
S.A./Displ. (calc.): 14.12
Est. Forestay Length: 45.22 ft / 13.78 m
Registration Information
OFFICIAL NUMBER: 1180703
HULL NUMBER: QPQ44014H506
IMO NUMBER:
VESSEL NAME: HANA HOU
HAILING PORT: LAHAINA HI
YEAR BUILT: 2005
LENGTH - FEET: 44.0
BREADTH - FEET: 21.5
DEPTH - FEET: 10.5
GROSS TONS: 34.0
NET TONS: 27
SELF PROPELLED: Yes
PROPULSION TYPE: UNSPECIFIED
HULL MATERIAL: FRP (Fiberglass)
HULL CONFIGURATION: Twin Hull
HULL SHAPE: Ship
SERVICE TYPE: Recreational
CERTIFICATE ISSUED: 2022-03-22
CERTIFICATE EXPIRES: 2027-03-31
CERTIFICATE STATUS: Valid
ENDORSEMENTS: Recreation
BUILDER: PDQ YACHTS INC
HULL BUILT: WHITBY, ONTARIO, CANADA
VESSEL COMPLETED: 2006
Antares 44 Catamaran Review
The Antares 44 is widely regarded as one of the best liveaboard, bluewater cruising catamarans available, built for safety and comfort on long passages rather than charter. Reviews consistently praise its robust construction, protected propulsion system, and high-quality, lightweight interior finish.
Key Features & Design
- Bluewater Focused Design: The boat is engineered for offshore reliability, featuring a robust shaft-drive propulsion system and skeg-protected rudders for durability when crossing oceans, a significant differentiator from many production catamarans that use exposed saildrives.
- Enclosed Helm: The helm station is enclosed within the cockpit area, providing a safe and protected watchkeeping position with a hard windshield and wipers, effective in all weather conditions. A large skylight allows visibility of the mainsail.
- Galley-Down Layout: The galley is located in the port hull, a design choice that offers extensive counter space and storage (15 cupboards, five drawers), appealing to long-term cruisers.
- Quality & Craftsmanship: The interior features high-quality woodwork (often Brazilian cherry finish) using lightweight honeycomb core materials, providing a warm, traditional feel without compromising on weight or strength.
- Performance: The Antares 44 is designed to be light and fast for a cruising boat, capable of averaging 180- to 200-mile days in favorable conditions. Its narrow hulls and proper bridge deck clearance minimize pitching and wave slapping.
- Systems & Equipment: Standard equipment is extensive and typically includes solar panels built into the hardtop, a large battery bank, a watermaker, and a generator, making it highly self-sufficient for extended cruising.
- Engine Placement (Midship): The use of shaft drives necessitates placing the engines (twin Yanmar 40 HP diesels) further forward in the hulls, beneath the saloon floorboards. This central location improves the catamaran's balance, keeps the center of gravity low, and reduces pitching motion in waves, leading to a more comfortable ride.
Hano Hou Current Upgrades and Maintenance and Information
Replaced House batteries 9/23/25 upgraded to Glass Mat L16 AGM 6V 390AH
1,560 AH VS Factory 780 AH
New 2023 INMAR 320R-A aluminum bottom dinghy
New 2023 Mercury 20 HP 4 stroke Model ME 20MH S4
Removed washer/Dryer for more storage space, new one could be easily installed
New inverter charger Master Volt Power Combi Pure Sine Wave inverter /Charger
Floscan gauges Partially installed Starboard side
New Fuel Separators and filters Port and Starboard 10/7/25
New fuel lines to support and starboard engines 10/7/25
Port and starboard fuel tanks polished 10/7/25
Replaced Starboard Alternator with new 12/12 /25
Replaced Port Alternator with Rebuild 12/12/25
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
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