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1987 SOLARIS Sunstream

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Solaris 40 review: appealing mix of style and performance

• Rupert Holmes
• June 22, 2022

Rupert Holmes tests the Solaris 40, a chic, contemporary 40ft performance cruiser with a surprisingly spacious interior

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Helming your own yacht – or watching friends and family do so – ought to be one of the biggest pleasures of owning a boat. Along with promoting a clean, streamlined aesthetic, this was a core principle in the development of this Italian yard’s four latest models, from the Solaris 40 I tested for this report, up to the 80.

“We wanted to be very aggressive with this aspect – we want the helmsmen to feel the same benefits as sailing a racing yacht,” designer Javier Soto Acebal told me. He therefore eliminated the side decks towards the back of the cockpit, enabling the helm stations to be positioned well outboard and aft.

The result is to maximise visibility from the helm, with an excellent view of the luff of the headsail and of oncoming waves. On my first day on board, sailing upwind in 12-14 knots of true wind, at a 45-50° true wind angle, we made 6.5-7.5 knots boat speed, against an awkward and confused short head sea that would have proved testing for most boats.

Broad reaching back towards port and with the furling gennaker set the boat came alive, the seas that had impeded progress upwind now aiding us and the boat accelerating down the face of the waves at speeds of 10 knots or more.

Had there been a larger asymmetric spinnaker on board we’d undoubtedly have been measurably faster, but one of the intriguing aspects of the test boat was just how effortlessly it is set up to sail. The combination of a self-tacking jib and the furling gennaker makes for a boat that offers brisk performance, without placing big demands on its crew.

The following day we had a little less breeze – around 10 knots true – but a more comfortable sea state. This time close-hauled we still made 6.5 knots, tacking through 90°, but with a positive feel on the helm that made it easy to settle the boat into the groove. Bearing away and unfurling the gennaker we made an effortless and consistent 7-8 knots.

A chic, contemporary 40ft performance cruiser. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

Soto Acebal has drawn a typical contemporary hull shape, with maximum beam carried well aft, broad forward sections and almost full length chines. Flare above the waterline, both forward and aft helps to reduce wetted surface area, thus promoting light airs performance, while twin rudders provide lots of grip, at the cost of a marginal loss of speed in very light airs.

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I’ve recently sailed several boats with helm stations similarly far outboard and no obvious helm seat, as there’s no side deck – nor, in some cases, provision for a seat aft of the wheel.

Solaris has addressed this with a neat folding seat, which allows you to sit facing outboard. It would be near perfect, except that the test boat had no foot chocks to brace against.

Slimline helm station pods are built into the neat cantilevered pedestals for the wheels and have space for steering compass, engine controls and a small MFD or instrument displays, without being intrusive. However, placing the wheels outboard means there’s a bigger gap between them, which can make changing sides more difficult, especially when the boat is well heeled.

Our test boat was set up for effortless fast sailing. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

The high freeboard allows for a low profile coachroof and lots of flat deck space, as well as a very cool aesthetic, although the 40 is not as sleek in this respect as the larger models. Two easy steps forward and outboard of the helm stations take you from the level of the cockpit sole to the side decks. Unlike many of today’s yachts it’s also easy to step over the coaming from the cockpit bench to the side deck, avoiding a detour towards the transom.

When going forward the long stainless steel coachroof grab handles are welcome, though our test boat would also benefit from a couple of smaller ones near the companionway.

By cruising standards the cockpit feels as though it lacks protection, especially for those who plan to sail in cooler parts of the world, although the optional sprayhood would help in this respect. Even then, short benches at the forward end of the cockpit limit the number of people that can sit around the optional table.

All sail controls, including the German mainsheet, are led to two pairs of winches ahead of the helm stations. One of the starboard winches of the test boat was upgraded to electric power, which takes the effort out of tasks such as hoisting the mainsail.

Low coachroof and coamings mean the cockpit lacks protection. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

The winches cannot be reached to trim sails while steering, but with today’s top-notch autopilots that no longer needs to be an issue. A useful advantage of this approach is it allows the winches to be positioned where there’s plenty of room to work them.

The optional mainsheet traveller is deeply recessed in the cockpit sole just aft of the winches. It looks neat, but means the sheet slices across a part of the cockpit in which crewmembers tend to be present during manoeuvres. As a result the traveller needed careful attention in every tack or gybe, so I’d be tempted by the standard arrangement, with the sheet led through a fixed block on the cockpit sole.

On our test boat the traveller problem was compounded by the low boom, which sweeps across the cockpit below 6ft. However, owners could specify a mainsail with a slightly higher clew to avoid this.

By today’s standards the mast is relatively well forward in the boat, which makes the self-tacking jib quite a high aspect ratio sail. There’s also no control of the jib sheet lead, other than the different holes in the clew board of the sail, which makes adjustment to control twist while underway difficult without temporarily furling the sail.

Soto Acebal drew a hull with high freeboard and an almost full length chine. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

On deck stowage includes two useful smallish cockpit lockers under the aft end of the side benches, one of which has enough space for a liferaft. However, a corner of the rope bags has to be detached to open each of these lockers.

A big lazarette aft, accessed via a large hatch in the cockpit sole, gives access to the quadrants and tie bar for the steering. It also has space to stow the optional neat folding carbon fibre passerelle. The wide fold-down bathing platform reveals the gas locker and stowage for the boarding ladder.

The remainder of deck stowage for three-cabin boats in an oversized chain locker, which has enough space to stow all the fenders. Two-cabin versions add a big, deep cockpit locker to starboard.

High freeboard and big hull windows create a bright interior. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

Solaris 40 below decks

The high freeboard helps to create a lot of volume below decks and the interior is therefore larger and more comfortable than the sleek external appearance might suggest. The conventional two- or three-cabin layout includes a proper forward facing chart table to starboard, although this means the settee ahead of it is not quite long enough to function as a sea berth.

There’s a lot of wood veneer in the saloon, yet it doesn’t feel dark, as the relatively slim coachroof windows are augmented by large hull windows.

The forward owner’s cabin is huge by the standards of most 40ft performance cruisers. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

The owner’s cabin benefits greatly from the extra beam in the forward sections of the hull. This will undoubtedly swing the balance for many buyers – there are few performance cruisers of this size that offer as much space here. There’s a full-size peninsula bed, as well as plenty of floor space, even with the optional en suite, plus reasonable stowage. Large hull windows help provide plenty of natural light and a good view of the outside world.

Aft cabins are smaller, but have plenty of width, although natural light and ventilation is more restricted. The aft heads is nicely appointed, with a cool carbon counter top, but the three-cabin boats lack a separate shower stall.

Saloon showing nav station and aft heads. Photo: Andreas Lindlahr/EYOTY

The L-shaped galley has good worktop space, deep fiddles and a proper crash bar across the cooker. There’s also a 1.5 bowl sink and both top-opening and front-opening fridges. Construction is of vinylester sandwich, with the foam core glued in under vacuum, then the remaining laminate hand laid. As it’s not infused this is a fairly heavy boat and displacement is among the highest of performance cruisers of this length. Nevertheless, fore and aft bulkheads are fully bonded in and, even when upwind in a confused sea the structure appeared stiff, with no undue squeaks or creaks.

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Not long ago 40ft performance cruisers were a key part of the market, but it’s now a decade since firms that used to dominate this space, including Beneteau, Elan, J/Boats and Dehler, have launched an all-new fast cruiser of this size. Yet yacht design has taken big steps forward during that time – today’s boats are generally faster, easier to handle and have significantly more interior space. The Solaris 40 is therefore welcome, offering an appealing mix of style, performance and spacious accommodation. It’s a design that offers the potential for fast cruising, with easy and enjoyable passages. While many aspects of the boat are geared for sailing in Mediterranean waters, this design will also be in its element further afield, although tankage is on the small size for extended periods of autonomy. What about the aim to make a cruising yacht that’s as much fun to helm as a thoroughbred racer? Solaris has done a good job in this respect, with my main reservation relating to displacement, which inevitably has a knock-on effect on performance. In other respects, as all boats are built to order, owners can choose exactly the specification they want. The small items I noted that might benefit from improvement would therefore be easy to rectify.

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A step towards the future.

The sail plan of a yacht has always determined how the boat performs at sea; it is a keystone for research and evolution; the pursuit of technical advantages, which improve performance and ease of handling. And so, looking towards the future, the traditionally triangular mainsail has evolved to be more square-shaped. This is how the 40 – ST Square Top was born, and it brings the following advantages:

Square top mainsail, higher efficiency with more power at the top of the sail

The mainsail is more manageable with an E measurement of a shorter boom that is almost as long as the J measurement of the jib

Hence the performance is aerodynamic as well as hydrodynamic

Improved use of space in the cockpit, more suitable for a bimini

The rigging of the Solaris 40 – ST is an option for the Solaris 40 and represents a step towards the future and higher technology.

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1989 Solaris Yachts Suncrest 46

Introduction, about the 1989 solaris yachts suncrest 46.

This single-owner catamaran was designed for crossing oceans in safety and comfort. The owner of this boat was not just a customer but, also the owner of Solaris Yachts, and built the Suncrest 46 to fulfill their own dreams of sailing the world. As with most catamarans, there is an amazing amount of space aboard this 46 ft adventure vessel. The extremely spacious salon opens to the cockpit which provides for a massive living space. It is set up for owners to cruise with two cabins, two heads, and a large galley with lots of storage throughout.  

  Solaris Marine was the builder of several models of ocean-going catamarans in South Hampton UK, well known for its quality shipbuilding yards. There were only two Solaris Suncrest 46s manufactured and they were the largest of the Solaris line which included the Solaris 42, Sunrise 36, Sunstream 40, and Sunstar 32/36. The Suncrest mold was adapted from Rod Macalpine-Downies 44 Apache, a well-known performance sailing catamaran.  The Suncrest added two feet to the length overall as well as widened both the starboard and port hulls for additional interior space.

The owner was going through a re-fit in 2012-2014 in preparation to head south. Lots of new gear was purchased including new sails but due to health issues, the trip did not happen. The optimism of one day heading south has kept the boat in a holding pattern and the decision has been made to sell her and let its next owners decide where MalanaCat should venture next. Much of the equipment is unused. The sails are in almost new condition.

The hull and machinery have been assessed and all significant and most insignificant deficiencies have been addressed. This included full engine service with fuel injection pumps and fuel injectors being removed and rebuilt. The fuel tanks were emptied, cleaned, and filled with new fuel. A marine electrician has gone through the boat to ensure the vessel is safe and functional, upgrading aspects of the AC and DC systems as needed.  

Accomodation

The Solaris 46 was designed for crossing oceans and enjoying your time while at anchor. The salon is simply massive. The settee extends the full width for lots of space for lounging and entertaining when in port.

When you step down into the starboard hull, there is storage on the outer hull as well as a desk space on the interior with storage above and engine access below. Forward is a head with a sink, shower, and toilet leading into the forward cabin. The forward cabin has a double V-berth, with plenty of storage throughout. In the aft of the starboard hull is the full-sized galley.

The port hull could be considered the entire owner’s cabin. There is lots of accessible storage in the center on the interior and exterior of the hull with engine access under the desk. Aft is the larger, owner’s cabin with a queen-sized bed, settee, and storage throughout. In the forward hull is the head with vanity sink and further forward the marine toilet.

The large galley is located at the aft end of the starboard hull. There is an amazing amount of storage, as well as everything you need for preparing meals, is close at hand. Besides venting, there is a large opening hatch at the stern and two smaller hatches to allow for great ventilation and a cross breeze as well as views for the chef.

Dual stainless steel sink

Ample counter space.

Spinflow 4 burner propane stove

Spinflow Propane Oven and Grill

Dometic refrigerator

Waeco Adler/Barbour Marine Freezer 

Force10  6 Gallon Electric Water Heater

Electronics and Electrical

The electronics suite is certainly adequate for cruising with a chart plotter, depth sounder, radar, and full wind instrumentation. As well, there are 4 solar panels, as well as charging via both Yanmar engines.

12-volt DC main system and 120-volt AC 30amp

Autohelm ST50 Plus Wind & Close hauled /VMG

Autohelm ST50 Depth Sounder

Standard Horizon GSU-5H Smart DGPS Receiver

Standard Horizon GPS Chart Plotter CP300

Icom  Marine Radar MR-570R

Raymarine Smartpilot Autopilot ST8001

Protech 1240 Plus Marine Battery Charger 40Amp, 3 Banks

2 X Balmar Smart Regulator ARS-5

Blue Seas Systems Automatic Charging Relay SI-ACR

Blue Seas Systems L Series Solenoid Switch PN 9012

Motomaster Eliminator Power Inverter 1500W Model 011-1866-8

4 Solar Panels and controllers

1 Battery, 8D, 225A/hr AGM Type

The Solaris has two Yanmar 50 hp diesel engines providing reliable and redundant power. These are coupled with direct drive shafts. Recently serviced with rebuilt injectors and injector pumps. As well, the alternators have been set up to charge all batteries from either engine, independently or in combination.

If you have not driven a catamaran before they are amazingly maneuverable. With limited windage and propellers offset by so far, you can slowly and precisely maneuver this boat in close quarters with incredible control.

Yanmar 4JH2E 50 Hp

Sea Star Hydraulic Steering System

A catamaran’s deck becomes an extension of the living space and on this Solaris 46, there is plenty of space.

The cockpit has two comfortable captain chairs at the helm station and the cockpit itself is very spacious with plenty of room for additional seating or lounge chairs. Aft of the cockpit is an outdoor kitchen with a BBQ as well as a sink, making it a great place to prepare your catch of the day.

Up front, there are multiple, deep storage hatches for holding lots of equipment including two large sail lockers. The forward trampolines are also a very fun place to relax.

There is a reason why catamarans are so popular and living space is one of them.

Lofrans Windlass

Hood Roller Furling - Head Sail

Whale Twist Deck Shower

Mainsail (like-new) Leitch & McBride

Genoa (un-used) Leitch & McBride

Asymmetric spinnaker

Spare Yankee

Johnson Outboard 2005 3.5 HP

Fiberglass tender on stern davit

Specifications

Dimensions & other specs, miscellaneous, accommodations, engine 1 of 2, engine 2 of 2, photo gallery.

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Disclaimer: Kelly Yacht Sales offers the details of this 1989 Solaris Yachts Suncrest 46 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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