The Rapido 500 ELECTRIC Power Cat.
General Specifications
Length
Length Overall: 15.2m (50')
Displacement
Volume displacement: 7,000kgs (15,500lbs) (includes batteries)
Electric Propulsion
No. of Motors: 2
Make: ePropulsion
Model: X40 (40kW)
Type: Outboards
Cabin Headroom
Hadroom: 7.2m (7.22')
Beam
Maximum Beam: 6.21m (20.37')
Beam of Hull: 0.96m (3.15')
Vessel Height
Air draught (excl. antenna): 3.38m (11.09')
Power Generation
5kW (solar and wind)
Tanks
Fresh Water Tank: 2 x 300L (79.25 gal)
Holding Tank: 2 x 60L (15.85 gal)
Fuel Tank: Not applicable
Draft
Draft: 0.45m (1.48')
Performance
Cruising speed: 8 kts
Top speed: 12kts
Passengers / Crew
Pax: 10-30 pax
Seats: 12
Cabins: 2
* Depends on configuration
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General Information
R500 ELECTRIC ECO POWER CAT
Rapido 500 ELECTRIC ECO Power Cat
All-Electric. Ultra-Efficient. Surprisingly Spacious.
The all-electric Rapido 500 ELCTRIC ECO Power Cat is redefining what a modern power catamaran can be.
With a displacement of just over 7 tonnes, the 500 ELECTRIC ECO combines lightweight composite engineering with an exceptionally efficient hull design to deliver a quiet, clean and remarkably economical cruising experience.
Powered by solar, wind and next-generation electric propulsion, the Rapido 500 ELECTRIC ECO Power Cat offers true long-range capability without the noise, vibration or cost of fossil fuel engines.
Designed for Owners Who Want More
The 500 ECO is built for those who value performance, comfort and sustainability in equal measure. Its lightweight structure and refined hulls provide impressive efficiency and speed, while expansive interior and exterior spaces create a surprisingly spacious platform for family cruising, private ownership or commercial operation.
Effortless Performance
The Rapido 500 ECO Power Cat delivers:
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8 knots cruising, 12 knots maximum speed
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5 kW of solar generation plus wind power
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2 × 40 kW ePropulsion electric motors
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No fuel to carry — meaning less weight, lower running costs and greater overall efficiency
The result? A vessel that covers serious miles, quietly and economically, with the freedom to explore remote locations.
Versatile Interior Configurations
Whether for private adventure or commercial operations, the 500 ELECTRIC ECO adapts to your needs:
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Sleeps up to 10 guests
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Commercial layouts for 30+ passengers
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Multiple fit-out options tailored to owners or operators
From long-range cruising to resort transfer operations, the Rapido 500 ELECTRIC ECO offers rare flexibility in a lightweight, renewable-powered platform.
Built by Triac Composites
Constructed by Triac Composites, the internationally recognised builder behind the Rapido performance trimaran range, the Rapido 500 ELECTRIC ECO benefits from advanced composite expertise, including prepreg carbon, infused glass, and highly optimised structural engineering.
The result is a catamaran that is exceptionally strong, remarkably light and designed for superior performance.
Go Further. Spend Less. Leave No Trace.
Experience a new era of power catamaran design: silent, efficient and future-focused.
Contact us today to discover how the Rapido 500 ELECTRIC ECO Power Cat can bring your fuel-free cruising ambitions to life.
