Aquila 44 Flybridge Power Catamaran


Price
AU $1,470,000
Finance
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Currency
Length
43' 8" - 13.32m
Vessel Location
Airlie Beach - Whitsunday QLD
Launch Year
2022
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP

Available for purchase is this Whitsundays based 2022 Aquila 44 Flybridge Power Catamaran. Part of the award-winning Whitsunday Escape fleet, it is being sold with excellent forward bookings. Commercially registered with full up to date certificates of survey and operation. This highly spec'd vessel delivers performance and luxury in a highly desirable package and presents in very good condition throughout.

The fully air-conditioned interior delivers three very comfortable cabins, all with ensuites, a large open plan saloon and fully equipped gallery, all with abundant natural light and air flow. Bifold doors and a servery combine the cockpit and interior spaces. The large fully covered Flybridge delivers excellent 360-degree visibility. Easy to navigate side-decks, a large foredeck and wide boarding platforms complete the package.

Powered by twin 320hp Volvo Penta D4 to shafts. Engine hours are low at just over 1,100 hours as of March 2026. Docking is assisted with a Bow Thruster. A full Raymarine navigational package includes chart plotter, autopilot and radar. There is an 8.5kw Kohler generator, plus solar, ample batteries and Inverter. Included is a commercial grade tender and outboard.

All vessel and mechanicals services are up to date. The inventory is long, so request the full inventory and inspections are available by appointment.


Price
AU $1,470,000   
Vessel Name
Why Knot
Boat Reference
014
Launch Year
2022
Length
43' 8" - 13.32m
Beam
6.53 metres.
Draft
1.20 metres.
Vessel Location
Airlie Beach - Whitsunday Qld
Region
Queensland
Use
Cruising, Charter, Commercial
HIN
CN-SEY44132F122.
Registration
464909.
Designer
J and J Design.
Builder
Hangzhou Sino Eagle Yacht Co. LTD.
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Decks Material
Fibreglass.
Engine
No: of engines: Two. Engine make / model: Volvo Penta D4 320HP. Engine numbers: Port = #A1134242, Starboard = #A1134243. Engine build year: 2021. Engine service info: Last serviced October 2025 and booked in for its next service. Engine horsepower: 2 x 320hp. Engine controls: Volvo Penta Digital throttle station, and electric start/stop controls. Diesel / Petrol: Diesel. Gearbox info: Gearbox model: HS681V-A. Drive type: Shaft drive via V-drive system. Rope cutters fitted to shafts. Propellers: Total of two propellors. Other: 7" Volvo engine information display at helm.
Engine Make
Volvo Penta
Number Engines
2
Horsepower
2 x 320hp.
Fuel Type
Diesel.
Engine Hours
1,058 as of 05/03/2026.
Engine Hours (2nd Engine)
1,057 as of 05/03/2026.
Fuel Consumption
Approximately 80 to 85 litres per hour combined at cruise speed.
Max Speed
Approximately 15kt cruise and 21kt max speeds.
Cruise Speed
Approximately 15kt cruise and 21kt max speeds.
Propulsion
Shaft drive via V-drive system. Rope cutters fitted to shafts.
Thrusters
SidePower 6kw Bow Thruster in starboard hull with single controller at helm.
Genset
Kohler 8.5kva with sound enclosure. 590 house as of March 2026.
Fuel
1,100 litres of fuel. Fitted with reserve 360 litres fuel tank. In addition to the fuel capacity.
Water
780 litres of water.
Dinghy
Aurora commercial, grade 3.50 metres tender with alloy hull.
Outboard
Yamaha 4-stroke 6hp outboard.
Covers
Various shade covers.
Accommodation
Master cabin is located central forward with easy access. One walkaround Queen bed with side tables. There is also a TV. Individual air conditioning control. Ensuite. Dressing table and ample storage.

Two double cabins, one located mid-ships in each hull. One semi walkaround double bed with side table. Individual air conditioning controls in each cabin. Ensuite.

Additional berths: The saloon table can be lowered to provide an additional double.
Total berths: Six berths in cabins, plus two additional berths if saloon table lowered.
Number of cabins: Three cabins.
Number of ensuites: Three ensuites with shower screens.
Other: Full length mirrors in all cabins.
Other: Fans and reading lights in all cabins.
Cabins
Three cabins.
Berths
Six berths in cabins, plus two additional berths if saloon table lowered.
Shower
Six berths in cabins, plus two additional berths if saloon table lowered.
Toilet
Three electric toilets.
Entertainment
Flat Screen TV: Flatscreen TVs located in master cabin and Saloon.
Other: Hidden TV which raises and lowers via a remote.
Radio: Fusion MS-AV755 head unit with remote located on Flybridge.
Speakers: Speakers located in saloon / galley area, plus cockpit and Flybridge.
Air-Con
4 zone Webasto marine air conditioning fitted, with cooling to all internal spaces.
Galley
Stove details: 3 Burner ENO gas stove.
Oven: Samsung convection oven.
Grill: Samsung convection oven.
Microwave oven: Samsung convection oven.
Convection oven: Samsung convection oven.
Sink: Double stainless sink and drainage area.
Hot / Cold water: Hot and cold water throughout.
Water delivery type: Pressure water throughout.
External BBQ: Cookout gas BBQ located in cockpit.
Other: Toaster.
Other: Excellent storage.
Other: Open plan to saloon, plus servery to cockpit.
Other: Air conditioned.
Refrigeration
Fridge: Built in Isotherm fridge in galley, plus fridges in the saloon and Flybridge areas.
Freezer
Freezer: Built in Isotherm freezer in the galley.
Stove
3 Burner ENO gas stove. Samsung convection oven.
Water-Maker
No.
Hot Water
2 x 230v + heat exchange and 60 litres storage tank hot water systems.
Ground Tackle
Windlass: Quick 12v anchor windlass.
Anchors: Main 55lb Delta anchor, plus spare anchor.
Chain: 70 metres on main anchor.
Other: Muir chain counter AA150 fitted at helm.
Safety Gear
Life jackets: As per commercial survey requirements.
Life Ring / Buoys: 2 x life rings.
EPIRB: As per commercial survey requirements.
First aid kit: As per commercial survey requirements.
Flares: As per commercial survey requirements.
V-sheet: As per commercial survey requirements.
Bilge automatic: 2 x 12v bilge pumps on float switches.
Manual firefighting: As per commercial survey requirements.
Auto firefighting: Fireboy gaseous fire extinguishing system fitted to engine bays.
Other: Fire blanket.
Bilge Pumps
2 x 12v bilge pumps on float switches.
Epirb
As per commercial survey requirements.
Life Jackets
As per commercial survey requirements.
Flares
As per commercial survey requirements.
Fire Protection
Fireboy gaseous fire extinguishing system fitted to engine bays.
Electrics
Generator info: Kohler 8.5kva with sound enclosure. 590 house as of March 2026.
Shore power: 2 x 15amp 230v shore power connections and power leads.
Solar panels: 4 x panels (Total 900watts) roof mounted solar panels. NEW February 2026.
Battery engine: 2 x crank batteries.
Battery generator: 1 x crank battery.
Battery house: 4 x Full River 210ah house batteries - NEW late 2025.
Battery thruster: To be confirmed.
Battery VHF: As per survey requirements.
Battery charger: Victron Quattro 5000.
Inverter: Victron Quattro 5000.
Lighting: LED lighting throughout. Full navigational lights fitted.
Underwater lighting: 2 x aft blue underwater lights fitted.
Remote spotlight: Marinco roof mounted search light with controller fitted at helm.
Air conditioning: 4 zone Webasto marine air conditioning fitted, with cooling to all internal spaces.
Hot water system: 2 x 230v + heat exchange and 60 litres storage tank hot water systems.
Electronics / Navigation
GPS / Plotter: Single Raymarine 12" AXIOM PRO S Chart Plotter.
Autopilot: Raymarine Autopilot system fitted with one head unit at helm, plus wireless remote.
Radar: Raymarine Radome RD418HD colour scanner 4kw 18 inches.
Depth sounder: Single Raymarine multi display at helm.
Rudder indicator: Rudder position available through Raymarine Autopilot.
Compass: Single Ritchie Compass.
Marine radios: Raymarine VHF plus additional Raymarine handset at helm.
AIS: AIS 700 Transceiver.
MMSI number: TBC.
Other: Muir chain counter AA150 fitted at helm.
Deck Gear
Interior colour: Light Aged Ash cabinetry.
Interior upgrades: Premium interior finish package salon cushions with upgraded upholstery, plus headboards and horizontal surfaces covered in luxurious fabrics. Salon ceiling panels covered in fabric.
Other: Fully covered Flybridge and Cockpit areas plus easy to navigate side decks and large Flybridge with direct access to the Flybridge.
Other: Cockpit with Bifold access doors to the internal spaces, plus opening glass window and stools creating an excellent servery to the galley.
Other: Fully air conditioned interior with 4 zone individual controlled areas.
Other: Open plan layout delivering loads of natural light, excellent visibility and air flow.
Davit information: Stainless Davit arms fitted to transom and fitted with electric lifting pulley system.
Deck wash: Forward saltwater deck wash fitted.
Transom wash: Hot and cold freshwater transom shower fitted.
Swim ladder: Stainless swim ladder fitted.
Canopies / Covers:
Various shade covers.
Other: 2 x stainless paddle board holders fitted.
Other: Bait board.
Other: Numerous drink holders fitted.
Other: Transom doors fitted.
Other: Fishing rod holders.
Other: 2 x Forepeak seats.
Survey Details
Survey information:
AMSA registered in Class 4D for 9 passengers.
Certificate of Survey numbered COS-96015-001 in place till 04/12/2029.
Certificate of Operation numbered COS-40067-024 in place till 20/08/2030.

Commercial info: The yacht is under a current charter agreement with the award winning charter company Whitsunday Escape. The vessel is to stay in the charter fleet and has excellent forward bookings, with the new owner enjoying the financial benefits of the forward bookings from the date of settlement.

CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
Great Barrier Reef Boat Sales
Telephone
Address
Shop 19 Coral Sea Marina,
Shingley Drive
Airlie Beach - Whitsunday QLD Australia
  

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