Neel Trimarans 45 Performance
Price
Euro €352,000
Currency
Length
44' 3" - 13.50m
Vessel Location
Vuda Marina
Launch Year
2015
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
NEEL 45 - Proven Offshore Cruising Trimaran
The Neel 45 is an excellent boat for serious offshore cruising. Fast, light and responsive even in light winds, she can comfortably cover 200 nautical miles per day.
Over the past four years, Peikea has sailed approximately 15,000 nautical miles while adding only 255 engine hours!
The Neel 45 is also highly regarded for its comfort and practical layout.
The interior comprises three double cabins, with the two main cabins offering views of the sea and the stars. The galley features a double sink, integrated waste bin, three-burner gas hob, 144-litre two-drawer refrigerator, 53-litre freezer and ample storage.
The saloon and its triangular dining table can comfortably seat six. The navigation station is fully equipped, allowing the boat to be navigated from inside.
The cockpit is arranged around two bench seats and two fixed tables. The cockpit upholstery is new and finished to a high standard. The bimini includes side panels that protect the cockpit from both sun and rain.
The port hull is arranged for the storage of various equipment and could be converted to provide two children's berths measuring 200 x 70 cm. The starboard hull is used as a sail locker and for spare-parts storage.
Boat history
The Neel 45 was designed by architects Joubert and Nivelt and is one of the first models designed by Neel. She was built in 2015 in La Rochelle by the French yard Naval Force 3 and is hull number 12 of the series. All her owners have taken very good care of her including regular refits and maintenance meaning she is in excellent condition.
Peikea sailed from France to the Pacific as part of the ARC 2019 crossing. She was purchased in 2020 in New Zealand, refitted and returned to French Polynesia for a sabbatical year. Her current owners purchased her in September 2021 in Tahiti.
They have sailed her extensively in the South Pacific, including three years in French Polynesia, followed by a passage to New Zealand via the Cook Islands, Wallis and Fiji. In New Zealand they carried out a full refit (2023/2024) before sailing again to Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji and back to New Zealand.
Key Equipment, refit and maintenance
Sails & rigging
o New standing rigging (2025)
o New 60 m² square-top mainsail with Karver 4 t swivel and new lazy bag (2025)
o Genoa and self-tacking staysail, Asymmetrical spinnaker, Code 0
o All sail handling done from the helm station, 1x electric winch
Energy & Water
o Upgraded to Lithium house batteries 412 Ah LiFePO4 (2022)
o Water maker (2024)
o Solar panels 1,260 W (6 × 210 W) and 2 × Victron MPPT 100/50 controllers (2025)
Electronics / navigation
o B&G Zeus3 chart plotter added at helm station (2024), B&G T7 at chart table; VHF, AIS, antennas and depth transducer (all replaced 2023/2024)
o Added additional autopilot control panel; replaced Triton screen (2025)
o Added Starlink (2023)
o Added communication headsets for manoeuvring (2022)
Mechanical / Hulls maintenance and refit
o Volvo D2-55 engine with 2500h - fully serviced including exhaust elbow replacement (June 2026), heat exchanger cleaned during each layup
o Prop speed applied to sail drive and bow-thruster propellers (May 2025), sail drives serviced (2024)
o Refit #1 (2020) - carried out under NEEL boatyard supervision by previous owner including: Keel extension of 14 cm; reinforced dinghy davits, life raft davits, genoa pulleys, masthead and gooseneck; sealing of all deck fittings
o Refit #2 (2024) - replaced antifouling with copper coat (reapplied 2025), reinforced hull bottoms and bow roller ; hulls polished (and again in 2026); rudder, rudder bearings and steering quadrant replaced
o Port and starboard hull hatches replaced (2026)
Household / interior / comfort
o Hot-water supply added to aft deck shower, cockpit and helm cushions renewed; washing machine waste-water pump installed (2025)
o Vevor 5 kW diesel heater installed (2024)
o Custom saloon curtains fitted, upholstery cockpit and helm station changed, saloon light fittings replaced (2024)
o New sink and bathroom taps and gas hob; 3 additional 220V sockets (2023)
o New cockpit and helm station biminis (2022) and maintained (2025)
Ground tackle
o Replaced windlass Lofrans X2 (2022) and anchor chain (2023)
o Added Mantus 25kg anchor (2024)
Tender / exterior Equipment
o Highfield Ultralite 310 tender (2024) with Tohatsu 9.8 hp 2-stroke outboard (2021)
o Portable high-pressure deck cleaner; many tools and spares; paddleboard, fishing equipment
Peikea has been carefully maintained and extensively equipped for ocean cruising. With significant recent upgrades to her rigging, sails, electronics, energy systems and hull equipment, she is ready to continue cruising.
Download the full inventory for further details, or get in touch to arrange a viewing.
The Neel 45 is an excellent boat for serious offshore cruising. Fast, light and responsive even in light winds, she can comfortably cover 200 nautical miles per day.
Over the past four years, Peikea has sailed approximately 15,000 nautical miles while adding only 255 engine hours!
The Neel 45 is also highly regarded for its comfort and practical layout.
The interior comprises three double cabins, with the two main cabins offering views of the sea and the stars. The galley features a double sink, integrated waste bin, three-burner gas hob, 144-litre two-drawer refrigerator, 53-litre freezer and ample storage.
The saloon and its triangular dining table can comfortably seat six. The navigation station is fully equipped, allowing the boat to be navigated from inside.
The cockpit is arranged around two bench seats and two fixed tables. The cockpit upholstery is new and finished to a high standard. The bimini includes side panels that protect the cockpit from both sun and rain.
The port hull is arranged for the storage of various equipment and could be converted to provide two children's berths measuring 200 x 70 cm. The starboard hull is used as a sail locker and for spare-parts storage.
Boat history
The Neel 45 was designed by architects Joubert and Nivelt and is one of the first models designed by Neel. She was built in 2015 in La Rochelle by the French yard Naval Force 3 and is hull number 12 of the series. All her owners have taken very good care of her including regular refits and maintenance meaning she is in excellent condition.
Peikea sailed from France to the Pacific as part of the ARC 2019 crossing. She was purchased in 2020 in New Zealand, refitted and returned to French Polynesia for a sabbatical year. Her current owners purchased her in September 2021 in Tahiti.
They have sailed her extensively in the South Pacific, including three years in French Polynesia, followed by a passage to New Zealand via the Cook Islands, Wallis and Fiji. In New Zealand they carried out a full refit (2023/2024) before sailing again to Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji and back to New Zealand.
Key Equipment, refit and maintenance
Sails & rigging
o New standing rigging (2025)
o New 60 m² square-top mainsail with Karver 4 t swivel and new lazy bag (2025)
o Genoa and self-tacking staysail, Asymmetrical spinnaker, Code 0
o All sail handling done from the helm station, 1x electric winch
Energy & Water
o Upgraded to Lithium house batteries 412 Ah LiFePO4 (2022)
o Water maker (2024)
o Solar panels 1,260 W (6 × 210 W) and 2 × Victron MPPT 100/50 controllers (2025)
Electronics / navigation
o B&G Zeus3 chart plotter added at helm station (2024), B&G T7 at chart table; VHF, AIS, antennas and depth transducer (all replaced 2023/2024)
o Added additional autopilot control panel; replaced Triton screen (2025)
o Added Starlink (2023)
o Added communication headsets for manoeuvring (2022)
Mechanical / Hulls maintenance and refit
o Volvo D2-55 engine with 2500h - fully serviced including exhaust elbow replacement (June 2026), heat exchanger cleaned during each layup
o Prop speed applied to sail drive and bow-thruster propellers (May 2025), sail drives serviced (2024)
o Refit #1 (2020) - carried out under NEEL boatyard supervision by previous owner including: Keel extension of 14 cm; reinforced dinghy davits, life raft davits, genoa pulleys, masthead and gooseneck; sealing of all deck fittings
o Refit #2 (2024) - replaced antifouling with copper coat (reapplied 2025), reinforced hull bottoms and bow roller ; hulls polished (and again in 2026); rudder, rudder bearings and steering quadrant replaced
o Port and starboard hull hatches replaced (2026)
Household / interior / comfort
o Hot-water supply added to aft deck shower, cockpit and helm cushions renewed; washing machine waste-water pump installed (2025)
o Vevor 5 kW diesel heater installed (2024)
o Custom saloon curtains fitted, upholstery cockpit and helm station changed, saloon light fittings replaced (2024)
o New sink and bathroom taps and gas hob; 3 additional 220V sockets (2023)
o New cockpit and helm station biminis (2022) and maintained (2025)
Ground tackle
o Replaced windlass Lofrans X2 (2022) and anchor chain (2023)
o Added Mantus 25kg anchor (2024)
Tender / exterior Equipment
o Highfield Ultralite 310 tender (2024) with Tohatsu 9.8 hp 2-stroke outboard (2021)
o Portable high-pressure deck cleaner; many tools and spares; paddleboard, fishing equipment
Peikea has been carefully maintained and extensively equipped for ocean cruising. With significant recent upgrades to her rigging, sails, electronics, energy systems and hull equipment, she is ready to continue cruising.
Download the full inventory for further details, or get in touch to arrange a viewing.
Price
Euro €352,000
Launch Year
2015
Length
44' 3" - 13.50m
Vessel Location
Vuda Marina
Region
Fiji
Use
Leisure, Cruising, Live Aboard
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Fuel Type
Diesel
Propulsion
Inboard Sail Drive
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
Sail Tahiti
Telephone
Address
Yacht Club de Tahiti
. ARUE French Polynesia
. ARUE French Polynesia
Website
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