- Builder
- St Francis
- Model
- 500
- Deck Saloon +2
- Length
- 50 ft
- Built in
- South Africa
General
BuilderSt Francis
Country of Origin🇿🇦 South Africa
Boat TypeDeck Saloon, Multi-Hull, Sloop
CategorySail
Hull TypeCatamaran (Twin Hull)
Hull ModifierHard chine, Wave-piercing bow, Flat sections
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Vessel DesignerDu Toit Yacht Design, Angelo Lavranos, St Francis
Accommodation
Layout3-cabin Layout
Guest Limit6
Number of Cabins3
Double Bed3
Total Berths6
Dry Head4
Total Heads4
Engines
Standard · 2× Yanmar 4JH57
Drive TypeShaft Drive
Engines2
Horsepower per Engine57 HP
Fuel TypeDiesel
Measurements
Overall Length50 ft
Beam26.2 ft
Standard Draft4.2 ft
Displacement Weight31,927 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity460 gal
Rigging
Main Sail1,492 sq ft
Figures are for the current generation unless marked otherwise. Where a specification differs by generation or engine package, it is shown for the relevant version.
What Is a St Francis 500?
Like the St Francis 460, the St Francis 500 is the result of a close design collaboration between Anton Du Toit of Du Toit Yacht Design, Angelo Lavranos, St Francis Catamarans, and valuable feedback from brokers and owners.
While the St Francis 500 shares the St Francis 460’s protected helm station, spacious interior, and renowned performance characteristics, it introduces several refinements, including a larger hardtop, extended transom area, integrated swimming platform, and enhanced keels.
Designed as a true liveaboard blue-water cruiser, the St Francis 500 can be easily sailed short-handed on long passages, offering exceptional comfort, safety, and reliability. The superior craftsmanship and attention to detail that define St Francis Marine are evident throughout.
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St Francis 500 Exterior
St Francis 500 Interior
St Francis 500 Deck Layout
3-cabin Layout
4-cabin Layout
Frequently Asked Questions
The current generation of the St Francis 500 measures 50 ft overall, with a beam of 26.2 ft.
Top and cruising speed depend on the engine package and load. Check the engines tab in the specifications above and the individual listings for the figures of each hull.
New hulls are priced by the builder and its dealers and include the current generation's equipment. Used hulls are priced by their owners and reflect age, hours, condition, and upgrades since delivery.