Powerplay 42 Super Lux – OB850 Hi Performance with Foils

Crafted for thrill-seekers and long-range cruisers alike, the Powerplay 42 Super Lux combines speed, efficiency, and high-end luxury in one powerful catamaran. Featuring hydrofoil-assisted planning hulls, top-tier Yamaha propulsion, and a fully equipped panoramic flybridge, this vessel pushes the boundaries of performance cruising. Built with cutting-edge composite materials and loaded with thoughtful amenities, it delivers a superior onboard experience without compromise.

Model: Powerplay 42 Super Lux – OB850 Hi Performance with Foils
Tagline: “Long Range at Speeds to Thrill!”
Design: Luxury, long-range cruising catamaran with hydrofoil-assisted planning hull
Builder: Powerplay Catamarans under James Dewing
Construction: AIREX® C70 foam core + Vinyl ester resin, vacuum resin-infused
Certification: CE Class C

Length Overall: 12.00 m (39.37 ft)
LOA with Pod: 12.8 m (42 ft)
Beam Overall: 6.050 m (19.19 ft)
Draft (Light Ship): 1.200 m (3.94 ft)
Bridge Deck Clearance (Light Ship): 0.800 m (2.63 ft)
Air Draft from DWL: 6.600 m (21.65 ft)
Displacement (Light Ship): 13,000 kg (14.33 UST)
Full Load Displacement: 17,000 kg (18.74 UST)
Fuel Capacity: 2 x 600 L = 1,200 L (approx. 792.5 USG)
Fuel Weight (Full): Approx. 239 kg
Water Capacity: 2 x 300 L = 600 L (162 USG)
Holding Tank Capacity: 2 x 180 L = 360 L (95 USG)
Top Speed: Approx. 36.2 knots
Cruise Speed: 25–30 knots (half load)
Engines: 2 x Yamaha 450 hp (500 hp and 600 hp optional)

Base Price (ex-factory Thailand): USD 1,189,990
International Delivery (incl. insurance): POA
Total Price: Excludes local duties & taxes

Finish: Luxury Formica laminate, light oak trim, medium oak PVC floor
Features:

  • 2 x opening hatches

  • Luxury dinette with fiberglass telescopic table

  • Entertainment mast with retractable 50” TV

  • Fusion 3-zone sound system with Bluetooth (10 speakers)

  • Integrated air conditioning

  • Concertina fabric blinds with Velcro fixings

  • Thoughtful handholds for safe movement underway

Countertops: Corian
Appliances & Fixtures:

  • 2-burner electric or gas stove

  • Stainless steel sink with chrome spray faucet

  • Fisher & Paykel steam/convection/microwave

  • Single drawer dishwasher

  • Single door fridge/freezer
    Storage: Drawers, lockers, spice rack
    Climate: Integrated reverse cycle aircon
    Blinds: Concertina blinds with Velcro

Finish: Formica laminate, oak timber, PVC floor
Bed: Queen with bedside tables, drawers underneath
Lighting & Comfort: LED reading lights, 2 x fans, USB sockets
Climate: Reverse cycle aircon
Openings: 2 x deck hatches, 2 x port holes (with screens), 1 x fixed window
Storage: Robes, cupboards, under-bed drawers
Entertainment: 40” Smart TV, external antenna, fusion link
Privacy: Hinged door, concertina blinds

Shower: Separate with Perspex door & seat
Toilet: Matromarine electric freshwater
Sink: With hot/cold mixer, vanity locker, mirror
Drainage: Sump to holding tank
Ventilation: Side porthole
Blinds: Concertina blinds with Velcro


Mid Port Guest Cabin
Bed: Double with storage underneath
Finish: Formica, oak trim, PVC floor
Lighting: LED reading lamps, 2 x fans
Openings: Hatch above, port hole with blackout/flyscreen
Extras: Bookshelf, reverse cycle aircon, USB power
Blinds: Concertina fabric

Same layout as master ensuite:
Shower, Sink, Toilet: Wet head layout
Storage: Vanity locker with mirror
Ventilation: Side porthole
Blinds: Concertina with Velcro fixings

Beds: 2 x single bunks
Storage: Cupboards, shelves, washer/dryer
Openings: Hatch and port hole with fly/blind
Blinds: Concertina fabric
Fans: 2 x cabin fans

Shower, Sink, Toilet: Wet head layout with sump
Toilet: Matromarine electric freshwater
Vanity: Mirror, storage locker
Blinds: Concertina with Velcro
Ventilation: Side porthole

Standard Power: Yamaha 425 hp V8
Fuel Management: Racor 500 fuel/water separators, transfer pump
Starting: Parallel start switch system
Spares Storage: Space for filters & oil

Deck Finish: White non-slip
Handrails: 32 mm SS, 800 mm high, with lifelines
Windlass: Muir
Anchor: 1 x 50 kg Ultra galvanized + 100 m x 12 mm chain
Hatches: 12 x Maxwell flush-mount
Ports: 2 x Maxwell forward-facing in master
Cleats: 7 x 300 mm
Windows: Grey UV-tinted toughened glass
Other Fillers: 2 x fuel, 2 x water, 2 x waste

Flooring: EVA foam (removable)
Dining: Telescopic table for 8, Sunbrella full-width aft settee
Extras: Ice chest, gas BBQ locker, hot/cold transom shower
Bar Seating: 2 x SS swivel stools, breakfast bar
Storage: Tackle locker, bait board, rod holders (x4)
Swim Platform: Folding ladder (port side)
Lighting: Overhead ribbon lights, 4 x underwater lights
Davits: Composite with tackle for 3 m tender, max 200 kg

Windshield: Fixed, with wiper/washer
Access: Hinged front window and door
Flooring: EVA foam
Seating: Sunbrella with fold-out table
Nav Equipment:

  • Raymarine AXIOM 16 Pro-RVX

  • Ray63 VHF

  • Quantum Q24C 21” Radome

  • AIS700 Class B

  • Evolution DBW autopilot

  • Chain counter with foot switch

  • Yamaha Helm Master X
    Lighting: LED floodlights, Hella overhead, courtesy lights
    Other: USB & power points, drink holders, storage under helm

House Batteries: 4 x Mastervolt AGM 12V 200Ah
Cranking Batteries: 1 x AGM 90Ah per engine
DC System: 12V BEP panels
AC System: 220V or 110V 60Hz BEP panels
Inverter/Charger: 1 x Mastervolt Mass Combi 24/3500–100
Air Conditioning: Fully integrated, 60,000 BTU
Lights: 8 x deck, 10 x switch-controlled interior, 4 x flood (fwd/aft), LED nav
Sockets: 6 x power outlets across saloon, cabins, galley, flybridge (all with USB)
Shore Power: 2 x 50A port-side inlets, RCDs and isolators
Wiring Standard: AS3000 marine-grade tinned wire (Tricab)

System: John Guest quick-connect
Fresh Water Pumps: 2 x 12V Whale pressure pumps
Hot Water Heaters: 2 x Quick 40L (230V or 110V)
Holding Tanks: 2 x 180L with shutoffs and deck pump-out
Bilge Pumps: 4 x auto/manual + 2 x manual pumps (per hull)
Water Supply: Hot/cold with dockside pressure fitting (port side)

Fuel Tanks: Stainless steel
Power Control: CZone Marine Power & Control System
Solar: 4 x 250W panels + regulator
Lithium House Batteries: 2 x Mastervolt MLI Ultra 24/6000
Charger/Inverter: Mastervolt Mass Combi 24/3500–100
Flybridge Enclosure: PVC frame, sliding windows, rear doors
Air Conditioning: Additional 20,000 BTU reverse cycle unit
Package Price: USD 39,750

Hydrofoil Midship (Main): USD 45,275
Genset – Panda Mini 8: USD 27,860
Fully Enclosed Flybridge Upgrade: USD 39,750
Watermaker – Spectra Newport 400 (12V): USD 14,750
Internal Helm Station (12” screen, seat, engine controls): USD 27,850

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