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Technical specifications - Neel 51

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• Length HT : 50ft (15.24m)
• Max. width : 29ft (8.90m)
• Weight : 14 tons
• Draft : 6ft (1.9m)
• Max. sleeping capacity : 12
• Number of cabins : 6
• Bathrooms : 3
• Water capacity : 600L

Standard motorisation

• Engine Power : 75hp
• Fuel capacity : 600L

Standard canopy

• Total sail area : 594sqft (181m2)

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Neel 51 Trimaran Review

• By Mark Pillsbury
• Updated: November 1, 2017

Strolling the docks at the international multihull show in La Grande-Motte, France, last spring, I found myself drawn time and again to the floating walkway in front of the Neel Trimarans stand. Each time, I stopped to stare at the three bow profiles of the French builder’s new 51-foot fast cruiser — three knife blades poised to slice cleanly through the waves, ensuring the big tri would make good on the builder’s design brief that described a 200-plus-miles-a-day vessel.

At a show filled with cruising ­catamarans sporting flared-out hulls to create living space, load-­carrying capacity and buoyancy, the Neel 51 was clearly a beast of a different nature. Its center hull stood plumb in the water, while the bow knuckles on the amas to each side floated just above the surface, ready to go to work in a puff of breeze.

And then I stepped aboard.

As a monohull sailor who gets to hitch the occasional ride on a big cruising cat, I was somewhat used to the space created by a bridgedeck that spans the width of two hulls. But I was staggered by the square footage afforded by three. With 29 feet of beam and a cabin that spans the majority of it, the Neel 51 is a very big boat.

Thanks to engineering stiffness provided by a center hull, designers Joubert-Nivelt-Muratet and the Neel team were able to open up nearly the entire width of the cabin house aft with sliding glass doors that, when open, let the cockpit flow seamlessly into the interior.

Outdoors, the cockpit, covered by a hard bimini, has a pair of couches across the stern, just forward of a swim platform that’s molded into the center hull and two steps down. A single davit mounted just off the centerline is used to lift a RIB onto stainless-steel mounts on both sides of the platform while underway. To starboard, there’s an outside galley with fridge, grill and sink; to port, a teak table seats eight.

Just inside the saloon, there’s a second, similarly sized table that can be raised or lowered, depending on whether meals or cocktails are being served. Large glass windows wrap the entire cabin. Forward to port, an enormous, well-stocked galley awaits the chef with loads of counter space, a built-in stainless-­steel oven and grill, two fridges, and an optional freezer and dishwasher. To starboard, a large chart table is designed to be a workspace and indoor helm station.

The remainder of the bridgedeck is dedicated to the owner’s stateroom and en-suite head and shower. Inside, the bed is arranged athwartship, with its foot up against a wall of glass. Oh, what a lovely spot to relax and watch the waves pass by. Forward in the center hull, a guest cabin with a V-berth and day-head is located down a few steps. Then, in both amas, guest cabins include aft double bunks, and head and shower compartments in each bow.

But wait, there’s more. A door in the saloon floor opens up to reveal a full-on engine room, with 7-foot headroom, tons of storage, and access to every pump, pipe, wire and motor used by the Neel’s many systems. Tankage is forward, amidships, and on the centerline; a battery bank is secured down deep; aft, behind a watertight door, is access to the steering mechanism and a 75 hp Volvo engine and saildrive. In other words, it’s truly a techie’s dreamland.

For the sailor, there’s the flydeck. A helm station is located to starboard on a raised platform that puts the bimini and adjacent lounge area at about hip height. The wheel and engine controls are mounted on a pedestal. Just forward on the cabin top sit three winches (two electric), and all sail-control lines converge via a series of blocks and rope clutches. A zippered canvas bimini sits overhead.

So, how does the Neel 51 sail?

Neel Trimarans founder Eric Bruneel reported that on the delivery to the show from the yard in La Rochelle, the 51 racked up a 290-mile, 24-hour run under a triple-reefed main and self-tending staysail. So, she’s quick. The boat is designed to cruise at 10 knots, and in a breeze, the speedo will climb easily into the high teens if the solent rig’s big genoa is rolled out.

But on a demo sail following the show, Bruneel was more intent on showing potential customers how the boat could be tamed down and handled by a husband and wife. With the breeze in the low teens, we tacked upwind with two reefs in the main and the self-­tending jib set. Coming about required just a turn of the wheel. In puffs, the boat would heel gently toward the leeward amas, then lock in and ride steady as a rail. Walking forward, I found the motion on deck took some getting used to, and a good set of handrails along the cabin top would be on my to-do list if I were an owner, though the boat sure looks sleek without them.

Later, when I got a turn on the wheel, we rolled up the staysail and unfurled the genoa. When I glanced at the instruments, I saw steady speeds in the 8- to 9-knot range and an occasional jump to 10 knots. Once, the speedo brushed 14 in a short-lived gust. The wheel, for the record, was smooth as silk.

Neel also builds a 45-foot and 65-foot trimaran. The former is performance-oriented, the latter more geared to luxury cruising. The 51 is a blend of both.

The boat’s three hulls are vacuum-infused in a single mold using vinylester and polyester resin and PVC foam. The center hull has laminate ring frames for stiffness, and floors and bulkheads are also foam-cored and vacuum-­molded. Underway, with the engine running, sound levels inside were whisper-quiet.

The boat we sailed had an optional carbon-fiber mast, which keeps down the weight aloft and dampens any pitching motion. Standing rigging and lifelines were Dyneema and Spectra.

Inside and out, the fit and finish of the Neel 51 were modern and sleek-looking. And the sailing, well, it was simply otherworldly the way the big tri skipped over the waves. I could have done it all day.

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Mark Pillsbury is CW’s editor.

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NEEL 51 Trimaran | By Kevin Green

Triple fun: neel 51.

By Kevin Green

Three legged luxury with performance make the Neel 51 an ideal cruising trimaran, reports KEVIN GREEN.

A major attraction of trimarans is their performance – as I experienced while racing through Sydney Harbour on the Orma 60 Team Australia doing 34 knots with one reef in. So, there’s an obvious reason why ocean records are made by ‘tris’ as they have both speed and stability. To a lesser extent this applies to the cruising varieties like the new Neel 51. “Trimarans have the weight centralised unlike a catamaran that has 50% on the downwind side whereas tris have 80% centralised,” company owner Eric Bruneel told me once as we walked around his yard in La Rochelle. This centralised weight also allows them to operate in wider wind ranges than similar catamarans as the trimarans typically can heel to about 27 degrees, compared with about 12 for cats, and with 30 foot beam, stability is immense. Performance figures for the Neel 51 show an average cruising speed of around 10 knots, allowing impressive 200 nautical miles days but with fresh breezes 15 to 18 knots are achievable.

Of course it’s not just about sailing performance – as the Neel 51 I spent time on during the boat show at La Grande Motte this year demonstrated – because living space is plentiful as well. Rather than a tiny cubicle in the centre of the Orma 60 that I could hardly crawl into, the Neel 51 has accommodation in all three hulls which adds up to six cabins and a vast aft deck. But as Leonard Cohen once sung, “there’s crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in” and so it is with trimarans whose imperfections include a lot of wetted area, beam wider than a tennis court and complicated structures that can mean a high final price. But having sailed and raced both large and small ones I must declare here and now a bias for these boats, so I didn’t need a lot of convincing about the merits of the new Neel 51 when Eric Bruneel showed me around.

Built in the grand old port of La Rochelle with its signature twin towers, the area is one of the largest yachting centres in western France and home to Amel, Dufour, Fountaine Pajot, Nautitech and other builders, so the region is a great place of us yachting tragics to visit. The yard is named after Bruneel and also produces race boats, so his team is very aware of weight efficiencies, as I found when looking closely at their best selling 45 (which has sold 23 hulls) and the flagship 65. The 45 proved its merits in 2015 by winning its division in the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC). Interestingly, the Neel 51 tips the scales at 15 tons, compared with 23 tons for a Lagoon 52, and both have similar sail areas. Bruneel is a former general manager of Fountaine Pajot and OSTAR winner (on his 55 foot ‘Trilogic’ trimaran) so knows what it takes to build a fast and safe multihull. For instance only one engine is required unlike two (heavy and expensive) ones on a cruising catamaran. “The 75 HP saildrives allows us to cruise at 9-10 knots,” said Eric as we looked at the walk-in engine room – accessed via a hatch in the main hull.

Climbing onto the Cockloon

Looking around the 51, it was clear to me that the company has incorporated much of the earlier 45 and the later 65 design ideas but enhanced them, especially in terms of usable space. Stepping aboard into the vast aft deck is the most obvious feature. “We’ve integrated the inside seating seamlessly with the outside seating to create what we call a Cockloon,” said Eric about his idea of combining the terms cockpit and saloon. Some competitors – such as Bali – have similar ideas but none that seamlessly create this vast space for socialising. Sturdy doors drop down to ensure this becomes a seaworthy space when required and the wetbar means drinks are handily placed. For that run ashore, there’s a single single davit and chocks for the dinghy.

Extensive sail plan

Two steps up from the Cockloon is the starboard helm station with flybridge lounge tucked under the boom. At the helm, a moulded fibreglass seat gives good support – a good idea for an elevated steering position. The console controls included a Maxpower bow thruster and Raymarine electronics with autopilot near at hand and throttle outboard – so rather exposed to passing crew or errant sheets. Just in front, separated by the corridor from the Cockloon, sat three Antal winches – two electric halyard ones and a central manual one for sheets. Overhead, a canvas bimini shields you but can be unzipped to view the mainsail. The mainsail is controlled by twin sheets running on transom mounted blocks to gives good leverage on the boom and is easily accessible from the flybridge sunpad; plus there’s lazyjacks to gather it.

Moving around the Neel 51 is easily done, thanks to flat decks with near flush hatches that guide you safely to the bows which have nets on each side of the main hull to minimise weight and drag. Here you can also see the near vertical bulkheads around the main saloon, which creates volume inside while an outside lip gives shade. A central deep hatch houses the 24V horizontal windlass which runs to the anchor beneath. The Neel 51 has an extensive sail plan, so ideal for the varied conditions found while bluewater voyaging. The cutter rig comes with a self-tacking staysail for easy handling and outside genoa while the fully battened mainsail has a big top and is slab reefed. A fibreglass bowsprit ensures good separation for flying a Code 0, which has winches outboard on the amas. All sails are Dacron as standard with a performance Hydranet option. Hydranet is good for performance cruising with less shrink through woven dyneema impregnated cloth. The alloy spars are supported by dyneema-vectron shrouds, which minimises stretch and weight aloft.

Topside cabin

Walking through the vast Cockloon leads you to the forward galley, with stairs down below on the portside to the cabins in the outer port hull. The U-shaped galley rather restricts the number of users but it does keep you safe in a swell. A large amount of Alpi clad cupboards allows plenty storage, including space for the optional dishwasher. The high standard of equipment includes a four burner stove and oven plus optional microwave. Double drawer fridges can hold 190 litres plus 92l of cold storage. There’s a deep sink nearby and plenty worktop space for food preparation. A smallish opening window helps air through flow. Over on the starboard quarter is the spacious navigation station with bucket seat. Navigation instruments include a second head for the autopilot here. Just behind is the deck-level owner’s suite, an ideal feature for the newbie sailor or anyone suffering claustrophobia. The double bed with walk around space at the headboard lies athwartships so the occupants have sea views through the large rectangular window. The ensuite ensures privacy and headroom looked nearly 2m. The main hull’s bow cabin is reached by stairs near the navigation station which reveals a spacious berth. The bow cabin has its own ensuite with separate shower and the deep hull means there’s plenty head space while opening portholes gives a breeze. Down in the starboard hull the aft double cabin has a semi-island bed with hull escape hatch nearby – an essential safety feature – while forward is the ensuite with a shared space for head/shower. This layout is replicated in the port hull. Alternatives include bow berths on each outside hull or for the bluewater sailor, storage.

Deep central hull

Construction techniques have advanced for the build of the 51, as the three hulls are now infused in one process, which increases structural rigidity and reduces costs – only two hours for infusion after the 10 day preparation. Materials used are polyester with vinlyester resin that impregnates the closed cell PVC foam core which is covered in quadriaxial fibreglass cloth.

The deep hull allows plenty volume which means the engine room is vast with 2m headroom. A hatch near the galley has a ladder down to the outer part which has the battery bank near the keel, so aiding stability, while the hot water, water maker and other systems are also low set here as well. Also good is the placement of the Onan generator set in the central forward part of this room and all electrics are elevated to avoid water incursion. Further aft via a water tight door is the engine, a 75 HP Volvo saildrive, which is dwarfed by the free space around it, so is easy to work on for servicing.

Overall, the Neel 51 clearly builds on the proven success of the 45 so is a serious contender in the multihull world, especially when the reasonable price tag is considered.

Australian distributor: www.multihullsolutions.com.au

Specifications Neel 51

LOA: 15.60m (51 ft) Beam: 8.9m Draft: 1.8m Displacement: 14,000kg Mainsail: 97m2 Self-tacking staysail: 31m2 Genoa: 74.5m2 Engine: Volvo 75 HP sail drive Water: 600l Fuel: 600l Design: Joubert/Nivelt/Muratet Concept: NEEL Trimarans Price: Euro 670,000

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Discovering the Neel 51, a blue-water trimaran ideal for family cruising

The Neel 51 is an evolution in multihull design fusing the features of its predecessors, the Neel 45 and the Neel 65, to deliver performance and comfort.  This blue-water trimaran is ideal for family cruising, with easy handling by minimal crew and excellent bridge deck clearance.  The Neel 51’s sleek lines and reversed bows create a sharp and sporty silhouette.

The French yard argues its trimarans are more stable than cruising catamarans. Cats, it says, reach their peak righting moment at 12º heel, beyond which sail needs to be reduced.

The Neel 51 has spacious living areas with magnificent panoramic windows that bathe the interior in natural light.  The 10m² Owner’s suite is located on the main deck and boasts uninterrupted views from the bed through its two-metre panoramic windows.

The fly deck of the Neel 51 is perfect for relaxation with its sun lounges and bench.  Integrated solar panels ensure eco-friendly operation, and the innovative transom makes boarding from land or the tender extremely safe and easy.

The Interior of Neel 51 is pure and elegant. The deck level master cabin offers maximum comfort and features a panoramic window that provides a spectacular outlook.

Neel 51 Characteristics

Overall length  51 ft Overall width  29,18 ft Draft  4,9 ft Displacement  14 T Self tacking staysail 332 sq ft Furling genoa 760 sq ft Battened gaff mainsail  1039 sq ft Inboard engine  Volvo 75 hp sail drive Freshwater  160 us gallons Diesel 160 us gallons Ship designers  JOUBERT NIVELT MURATET Conception  NEEL Trimarans Official Website .

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Neel 51 is a 51 ′ 2 ″ / 15.6 m trimaran sailboat designed by Joubert-Nivelt and built by Neel Trimarans starting in 2017.

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Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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NEEL – TRIMARAN

The NEEL 51 is an evolution in multihull design fusing the finest features of its predecessors, positioned between NEEL 45 and the NEEL 65, to deliver unparalleled performance and comfort, this model also highlights the innovative talents of NEEL – TRIMARAN .  

The NEEL 51 is characterised by the trade mark Cockloon®, offering a breathtaking indoo/outdoor living space.

This remarkable blue-water trimaran is ideal for family cruising, with easy handling by minimal crew and excellent bridge deck clearance for optimal comfort and safety.  The NEEL 51’s sleek lines and reversed bows create a sharp and sporty silhouette that will turn heads at every port.

NELL -TRIMARAN 51 DISIGN AND CONFORT

Naval architects, Marc Lombard Yacht Design Group, followed in the footsteps of Michel Joubert and Bernard Nivelt, subtly updating the design whilst remaining true to NEEL’s ADN.

THE COCKLOON®

An Open Style layout designed by merging the cockpit and the salon.

The wide sliding glass door can be utilized to modify the layout of the space according to the weather and personal taste. In the fully-open position the doors stows away completly to starboard, thus creating the fabulous Cockloon® effect.

The floats are occupied for privet living areas, offering unparalleled intimacy and confort.

The design of the floats is connected and protected to an exterior, with its own independent access, and the Full Beam Cockpit® “expanding the cockpit to a size never before seen in a 47 feet. Due to its side glazing the compartments are very bright.

f you want the best of both worlds in a cruising platform—the responsive feel and closewinded performance of a monohull with the living space of a catamaran—this is the boat for you. The unique open layout of the master stateroom will also be an added plus for cruising couples who sail on their own. 

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Unparalleled space, extraordinary pace.

Comfort, safety, and weight-distributed performance in one.

The NEEL 51 trimaran is the first model in the lineup to offer cabins with ensuite washrooms, accessible from the main deck. A tremendous achievement in design and a luxury touch for guests aboard, each float suite is impressively spacious and accommodating. A sliding door provides a private living area for guests spanning the entire float with a semi-island double bed beside a large waterline window, an ensuite head with separate shower, wash closet and counter space for two. Hanging lockers afford plenty of storage space, while opening hatches provide ample natural light and ventilation.

The NEEL 51 center hull engine bay offers unparalleled space for access to the engine and ship systems, along with ample storage for additional equipment. Access is through a single large hatch in the saloon. Once opened, you’ll be amazed by the massive bay, spanning the width of the main hull. Here, all plumbing, Mastervolt systems, fuel and water tanks, battery banks, watermaker, generator, and everything else you could desire resides in a single, protected, large organized space, away from the living areas.

The days of sleeping directly under a house battery bank, fuel tanks or sharing cabin space with heating furnaces and pumps are officially over. Just aft of the engine cabin space is the engine room, sealed by a watertight bulkhead door. Inside, the engine stands high and in the center of the space, providing excellent visibility and maneuverability around the entire power plant.

NEEL 51 Specifications

The NEEL 51 is a blue water trimaran for families, maneuverable with minimal crew and designed with a higher bridge deck clearance to ensure comfort and safety at sea.

• Overall length 51 ft
• Overall width 29,18 ft
• Draft 5,9 ft
• Air draft 76,4 ft
• Displacement 14T
• Self tacking staysail 332 sq ft
• Furling genoa 760 sq ft
• Battened gaff mainsail 1 039 sq ft
• Inboard engine Volvo 75 hp sail drive
• Freshwater 160 us gallons
• Diesel 160 us gallons

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2022 Neel Trimarans 51

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Neel 52 trimaran review

• Rupert Holmes
• December 22, 2023

Neel broke ground with its cruising trimarans a decade ago. So what’s changed with its new 50+ footer, the Neel 52?

Product Overview

Price as reviewed:.

We’re beating out of the approach channel to La Rochelle in 8-10 knots of true wind, with some tacks as short as 90 seconds. The yacht is tacking cleanly and accelerating willingly afterwards, underlining how manoeuvrable it can be in skilled hands. Yet this isn’t a lightweight monohull – it’s a 52ft semi flybridge multihull weighing more than 13 tonnes, the Neel 52.

The first generation of Neel trimarans, including the Neel 51 launched in 2017, set a new standard in combining handling that echoes that of a monohull with accommodation of a scale that can only be found on a multihull. The concept of the Neel 52 remains the same, using the hulls of a fast racing trimaran with narrow waterline beam, as a platform for expansive four- to six-cabin accommodation.

On paper there’s no significant difference in the key dimensions of each boat, but that conceals a number of important changes. An example for this market is a much improved owners’ cabin which now occupies part of the bridgedeck and can also include the entire starboard ama.

There’s also a big difference in how the new boat handles. Offshore racing multihulls are designed to optimise straight line speed, but that’s rarely the key priority for cruising yachts. As a result the shape of the main hulls and amas of this new Lombard design are very different to those of the Joubert-Nivel-designed Neel 51 it replaces (42 built).

In particular the forward sections have a very shallow forefoot compared to the old model, where maximum waterline length was a key priority. The change improves manoeuvrability and is an important factor behind the ease with which our boat tacked in the conditions we experienced for our test. The Neel 52 is also lighter, with improved balance thanks to a mast (and engine room) further aft and a larger jib.

Most sail handling operations, except using spinnakers and furling the headsails, can be carried out single-handedly from the helm station. Photo: Rupert Holmes

On the helm

Close-hauled in more open water, with the true breeze still predominately between 8-10 knots, we consistently made just over seven knots of boat speed at a true wind angle of 60°-65°. In these conditions there’s very little heel – just enough for the windward ama to skim above the water and markedly reduce wetted surface area.

Steering is via Dyneema cables, which gives a more direct response than many alternatives, though the boat’s heavier on the helm than a well set up monohull, with a less precise feel. Nevertheless it’s still good by the standards of many cruising catamarans.

The standard Neel 52 sail plan includes a square top mainsail, slightly overlapping headsail of around 120% and staysail. Our test boat also had a very flexible 150m2 furling gennaker that can be used for reaching in 10 knots of true wind or less and broad-reaching in winds well above 20 knots. Neel also offers a larger asymmetric spinnaker as an option, as well as a marginally taller carbon rig with higher-spec Hydranet sails.

All lines, except spinnaker sheets and furling lines, are led to three electric winches at the helm station. Separate luff and leech pennants for all three mainsail reefs help tame the sail quickly. There is, however, lots of rope in this area and insufficient rope bins to handle it.

The flexible gennaker on our test boat can be used for reaching in up to 10 knots of wind and at 140° TWA in well over 20 knots

Downwind and reaching sails sheet to the back of the amas, while genoa and staysail furling lines are led to the aft end of the starboard ama. This arrangement for the furling lines greatly reduces friction compared to the convoluted route they would have to take to lead to the helm station, but means furling these sails isn’t an easy single-person operation.

With the true wind building to 10-11 knots and puffs to 13 we consistently made speeds of around 9 knots, with occasional bursts just into double figures when reaching at 110°-120° TWA, with the gennaker and staysail set. This was easy sailing at speeds that will quickly gobble up the miles when on passage.

Visibility from the Neel 52 helm station is excellent on port tack, but there’s a big blind spot on starboard – you need to descend four steps to see under the jib or gennaker. A semi flybridge above the hard top, with space for up to eight people, includes generous sunbeds. This is right next to the helm/winch station, so communication between the two is easy and, unlike many multihulls, it doesn’t feel as though the helmsman is isolated from everyone else on board.

You have to be sure guests are sitting before tacks and gybes, when hoisting and dousing the mainsail, and when reefing on port tack. There’s a bimini for sunshade over the helm area, with a clear overhead panel for sail trim, but no provision for sun protection over the flybridge area, though the hardtop over the main aft cockpit gives plenty of shade.

A key selling point for Neel is offering a very refreshing change to the familiar layouts of cruising multihulls of similar length, and the Neel 52’s arrangement feels generally bright, welcoming and innovative.

The saloon adjoins the cockpit, however you need to stoop to see out of forward windows. Master cabin is to starboard but you need to draw blinds for privacy

Neel 52 – bridgedeck cabin

The older Neel 51 benefitted from Neel’s trademark bridgedeck level cabin, which gives a fantastic view out almost all round the boat when you wake up. This comes at the expense of some privacy, though, which is largely solved by closing the window blinds in the bulkhead that separates the cabin from the saloon. But this space was small compared to typical catamarans owners’ cabins.

Owners with guests will still need to close the blinds on the main bridgedeck cabin on the Neel 52, but this now links to the whole of the starboard ama. This is a private area with a desk/dressing table and a generous amount of stowage in hanging and shelved lockers. Ventilation is provided by several overhead hatches and there’s a long hull window above the desk which provides plenty of natural light.

The mid part of the owner’s ama has a heads with a separate shower stall, while further forward is an additional space that was left fairly open in our test boat, with the exception of a washer/dryer. This area has obvious potential for much more stowage, or even a workbench.

Large and well appointed galley.

The aft cockpit under the hardtop is relatively small, but this doesn’t feel important since this space fully opens up onto an expansive saloon, with the interior and exterior tables together forming a dining table that can be extended almost seamlessly to just over 3m in length.

Ahead of the saloon area is a large navstation with a double seat and a good view forward, to port and aft. However, the bridgedeck owner’s cabin creates a large blind spot on the starboard quarter and there is no hatch above to view the mainsail.

All layout options have a large and well equipped galley forward on the starboard side of the saloon. There’s acres of worktop space, a four-burner gas hob plus oven, large refrigeration and freezer capacity, plus a slimline dishwasher. Stowage is in 17 lockers both under the counter and at eye level. The saloon has two opening panels in the front windscreen for natural ventilation, plus a small opening hatch over the cooker.

In four-cabin boats steps lead down to a double cabin in the port ama, with a large double berth aft, above which is a long hull window that gives a great view out. Stowage here is primarily in a small hanging locker, plus empty space under the berth that can be used for easy access to kit bags. Forward of this are heads and shower compartments mirroring those of the starboard ama, and further forward a space similar to that with the washing machine on the starboard side.

Bridgedeck level owner’s cabin.

Alternatively the port ama can be fitted out as two doubles that share a central head/shower compartment. This option is also available in the starboard ama for six-cabin charter specification boats. These also gain additional saloon and dining space on the bridgedeck as there’s no owner’s cabin at that level.

Seven steps at the front of the saloon descend into a further double cabin in the centre of the main hull, under the solid bridge deck. There’s plenty of space, but natural light and ventilation are restricted, with the former coming solely from the two escape hatches. There’s stowage plus a heads compartment (without shower) shared with a forward cabin at the front of the main hull.

On the test Neel 52 this is fitted out as a Pullman-style cabin with bunkbeds. Crew cabins, each with a single berth and head/shower, can also be specified at the aft end of each ama.

Owner’s hull space in starboard ama

On the downside, some elements of the interior have hard edges in places that may not wear as well as rounded corners. And traditionalists won’t be impressed by the inside of lockers which have a similar feel to mass market home furniture.

Neel’s trademark full height technical area with engine and systems is restricted to the back of this model. Nevertheless, it remains a well laid out and useful space that will make maintenance and repair easier than on many yachts. Unlike cruising catamarans, Neels have only a single engine in the main hull, so a bow thruster is fitted as standard. A stern thruster is offered as an option that can make Mediterranean-style mooring a lot easier.

Deck stowage includes large lockers that can accommodate sails, fenders and watersports toys, while the tender rests on purpose made chocks at the aft end of the main hull. It’s lifted using a line from the end of the boom – a simple arrangement that avoids the weight, complication and cost of davits. Access to the water is from the extended bathing platforms on the aft end of each ama and the transom of the main hull.

Our test Neel 52 was set up with just under 2kW of solar panels on the coachroof. Neel says this is almost enough for complete autonomy while cruising when combined with the boat’s lithium iron phosphate battery bank, though as standard 625Ah of 12V AGM batteries are fitted.

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There’s much to like about this boat for anyone who needs the accommodation volume offered, or is seduced by the appeal of Manhattan-style loft living. The Neel 52 also offers a big advantage over its predecessor thanks to the reconfigured owner’s suite with immensely more space. Speeds under sail are unlikely to differ noticeably to the 51, which already had potential for very quick passages when reaching, although upwind and downwind VMG for both models is less impressive, other than downwind in a blow. However, the way the new boat behaves under sail gives it a feel closer to that of a cruising monohull. More importantly for this part of the market, the 52 is easy to handle, with few operations requiring more than one person on deck. These factors, combined with the various layout options, boost this yacht’s appeal and by the time the prototype had been in commission for three weeks, delivery schedules were already stretching into early 2026, with 26 boats sold.

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Neel 51 Trimaran – Nominated for European Yacht of the Year!

Key Information:

• Model: Neel 51
• Delivery Year: 2020
• Length: 51 Feet
• Draft: 5.91 Feet
• Guest Cabins: 4
• Hull Material: Fiberglass/GRP
• Certification: CE Class A (Open Ocean Navigation)

Performance Metrics:

• Average Cruising Speed: 10 knots (with potential speeds of 15-18 knots under ideal conditions)
• Daily Range: Over 200 nautical miles

Legacy and Heritage: Born from the design studios of NEEL TRIMARANS in La Rochelle, the revered sailing capital of France.

Innovative Design Features:

• Weight: Impressively lightweight at 15 tons (compared to 23 tons of a similar Lagoon 52)
• Sailing Dynamics: Enjoy the breezes from the outset, thanks to its favorable weight-to-power ratio. Experience efficient close-hauled edges and comfortable sailing courtesy of its low angle of heel.
• Anchor and Harbor Features: Perfect alignment of the trimaran’s central hull ensures stability and comfort at anchor. Experience reduced sway, facilitated maneuvering, and increased autonomy, complemented by state-of-the-art energy solutions.
• Unrivaled Livability: The three-hull design boasts an impressive interior. An owner’s cabin on the main deck offering a panoramic view..

Superior Craftsmanship: Each component, from the hull to the interior linings, has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail. With vacuum-bonded PVC/foam, glass fiber/isophthalic polyester resin, and other high-quality materials.

Safety in Turbulent Waters: With its three hulls, the Neel 51 offers unmatched stability, even in the roughest waters. The boat's wide structure ensures safety on the high seas.

Comparative Advantage: The Neel 51’s centered weight distribution provides enhanced handling, performance, and comfort even in challenging seas. This is contrasted with catamarans which have distributed weights on the ends of their two hulls.

Certifications and Assurances: Neel trimarans are accredited by CE European standards, backed by the renowned French Institute for Nautical Certification and Standardization (ICCN).

Comfort and Luxury Onboard:

• Air Conditioning : State-of-the-art air conditioning system ensures the perfect temperature
• Bimini Cover with 'Front Porch' Extension : A stylish and functional shade solution, offering comfort both while sailing and at anchor
• Underwater Realm : Equipped with underwater lights and cameras, explore the marine life without getting wet, making nighttime swimming and diving an awe-inspiring experience
• Onboard Entertainment : A brand-new TV enhanced by Starlink connectivity ensures you're never out of touch, even in the middle of the ocean. Fusion Apollo offers an unparalleled auditory experience.

Navigation and Exploration Enhancements:

• Sonar Hub : Advanced sonar technology aids in navigation, ensuring safe and efficient voyages.
• B&G Radar : A top-of-the-line radar system, ideal for navigating through challenging weather conditions and ensuring safe passage.
• Autopilot Remote : Advanced remote system allowing for easy navigation adjustments without the need to be at the helm.
• XM Weather Radio : Stay updated with real-time weather forecasts to make informed decisions while out at sea.

Dive and Exploration Tools:

• Scuba Ready : Fitted with scuba tank holders, ready for underwater adventures at a moment's notice.
• New Dinghy : Brand new, ensuring reliable shore excursions or exploration jaunts.

Safety Features:

• Life Jackets and Flares : Equipped with top-quality life jackets and emergency flares
• Remote Control Anchor Lift : Ensures easy and safe anchoring with the touch of a button.

Deck Enhancements:

• Deck/Mast Illumination : Superior lighting solutions for those night-time sails or leisure moments under the stars.
• New Trampoline : Perfect for lounging and enjoying the sea breeze.
• Window Tinting : Adds privacy and reduces glare, enhancing the overall comfort inside the yacht.

Power and Energy:

• Both 220V and 110V systems ensures global compatibility
• Portable Power Station : Ensures you have backup power when you need it, making it a reliable companion for long-haul sails (unless you plan on taking this with you).

Additional Features:

• Underwater camera
• Inflatable pads
• Extra hot and long hose
• Outdoor shower
• Underwater lighting
• Gates for diving off the side

Specifications

Mechanical disclaimer.

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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The NEEL 51 combines the benefits of its predecessors the NEEL 45 and the NEEL 65, performance and comfort living. It’s a blue water yacht for family, maneuverable by minimal crew. The 51’s sleek lines and reversed bows give it a modern design and sporting looking.

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• Cruising permits and National Park fees included.
• Please remember that a recommended gratuity of 15% is normal but not mandatory for a job well done. Gratuity is also handled separately after your charter by cash or using the credit card in file.
• 100% drug free/smoke free boat; however some boats allow cigarette smoking on the aft deck.
• All boats come with crewed and insurance is included.

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