The Manta 40 is built in the USA and is one of the most economical and reliable cruisers on the market. It is easy to sail and is well-built and designed with the live-aboard cruiser in mind. This Manta 40 is meticulously maintained and ready for the new owner.
The catamaran is a 1998 Manta 40, commissioned in Dec 1997 and registered in Canada. She can be registered in the USA with 'zero' import duties because she is US built.
The Manta 40 is ease in single-handed operation. While sailing it is not usually to leave the comfort of the cockpit. All the lines converge at the same two-speed electric which is by the helm.
From the helmsman's seat you have all the navigation instruments and the engine controls available. You only have to go to the navigation table to check my track and position on the electronic charts.
Under sail, tacking and gibing are fully automated. The Manta 40 is unique in the catamaran world with its boomed jib, which prevents the usual and often dismal 'jib sheet jams'. As for the main sail the two single line reefs are controlled from the helmsman's location. The strong aluminum bimini allows me to access the main sail on the whole length of the boom.
The sail plan is not only easy, but efficient. Even single-handed you can go up to 10 knots under sail.
If a boat like the Manta 40 is easy to sail single-handed. Imagine how easy it is with a crew of family or friends to share your passion.

On Aug. 4, 2008 an accredited boat Surveyor rated this Manta 40 "Above Average Overall".

Piloting

* Cruising the islands of the Caribbean and locating that favorite anchorage is pure pleasure on the Manta 40. This Manta 40 is well equipped to make a safe and comfortable passage whether under sail or under power.
* Cockpit: Large cockpit area for piloting and for guests to relax.

COCKPIT

* Cockpit console with 4 B&G displays.
* Radar Screen
* VHF Radio
* Engine Controls
* Helmsman chair with foot rest
* Stainless steel piloting wheel
* Navigation table (in Salon) with space for both a laptop and Maptech paper navigation charts.
* Polycarbonate 'dodger' (2005) to protect the cockpit from rain and spray.