2017 Rapido 60 for sale in Gulf Harbour, New Zealand
Gulf Harbour, New Zealand, New Zealand201718.3mMultihull
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$1,350,000 USD
+12 moreMakeRapido
Model60
Year2017
Length18.3m11.9m beam
FuelDiesel400L tank
Cabins24 berths
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Romanza is an exceptional 2017 Rapido 60 performance cruising trimaran, combining exhilarating sailing capabilities with the comfort and practicality required for extended offshore adventures. Designed by Morrelli & Melvin and built by Rapido Trimarans at Triac Composites, she is currently lying at Gulf Harbour, New Zealand, and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a proven, lightweight ocean-going multihull with an impressive racing pedigree.
Her performance credentials are demonstrated by her 2024 line honours victory in the renowned 119-nautical-mile Coastal Classic. Measuring 18.29 metres in length with an expansive 11.86-metre beam and a displacement of approximately 10,100kg, Romanza benefits from advanced carbon, E-glass and foam-core composite construction, daggerboards and a sophisticated design that delivers remarkable speed, stability and offshore capability.
Romanza combines proven racing credentials with the versatility of a genuine offshore cruising trimaran. Her advanced composite construction, carefully considered design and high-quality sailing equipment reflect the performance-focused philosophy behind the Rapido 60, offering an exciting balance of speed, efficiency and cruising comfort.
Her powerful sailing package features a Southern Spars rotating carbon mast and boom, supported by a comprehensive North Sails wardrobe. Highlights include a 125m² 3Di mainsail, a 71m² self-tacking Solent, a 130m² Code 0 and multiple gennakers, including a 297m² A3. Electric Harken primary and helm winches, carbon rigging components and specialised sail-handling systems provide the equipment needed to manage her considerable performance potential.
Despite her racing pedigree, Romanza offers impressive liveaboard comfort. The accommodation includes two spacious queen-berth cabins, two electric bathrooms and a convertible double saloon berth. Her innovative lifting and hinged main saloon door opens directly into the expansive cockpit, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living environment. The well-equipped galley features premium Gaggenau induction cooking appliances, Vitrifrigo refrigeration, an Isotherm freezer and practical storage throughout.
Offshore cruising equipment includes a comprehensive B&G navigation package with H5000 navigation computer, Zeus chartplotter, radar, autopilot and AIS, alongside Iridium GO communications. A Mastervolt lithium battery system, Fisher Panda generator, Spectra watermaker and LG washer/dryer further support extended time aboard. Auxiliary propulsion is provided by a 53hp Yanmar diesel engine, complemented by a waterjet bow thruster for easier manoeuvring in confined spaces.
With her proven race-winning performance, substantial recent structural improvements and comfortable cruising accommodation, Romanza offers a distinctive opportunity for experienced sailors seeking genuine offshore speed without sacrificing the pleasures of life aboard. Currently located at Gulf Harbour, New Zealand, she is ready for inspection and for her next owner to continue her remarkable sailing story.
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Vessel
MakeRapido
Model60
Year2017
Dimensions
Length overall18.3m
Beam11.9m
Draft1m
Accommodation
Cabins2
Berths4
Heads2
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeYanmar
Engine count1
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage400L
Features
On board
Morrelli & Melvin design
Advanced composite construction
North Sails 3Di wardrobe
B&G H5000 electronics
Carbon, E-glass and foam-core composite construction
Daggerboards
Southern Spars rotating carbon mast and boom
125m² 3Di mainsail
71m² self-tacking Solent
130m² Code 0
297m² A3 gennaker
Electric Harken primary winches
Electric Harken helm winches
Carbon rigging components
Specialised sail-handling systems
Two spacious queen-berth cabins
Two electric bathrooms
Convertible double saloon berth
Lifting and hinged main saloon door
Gaggenau induction cooking appliances
Vitrifrigo refrigeration
Isotherm freezer
B&G navigation package with H5000 navigation computer, Zeus chartplotter, radar, autopilot and AIS
Iridium GO communications
Mastervolt lithium battery system
Fisher Panda generator
Spectra watermaker
LG washer/dryer
53hp Yanmar diesel engine
Waterjet bow thruster
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