2001 Malcolm Tennant 52 – Gato MalFull Details
52 ft 2001 Malcolm Tennant 52, Gato Mal
Boat Details
Make: Malcolm TennantModel: 52Year: 2001Length: 52 ftCondition: UsedClass: Power CatamaranHull Material: FiberglassBeam: 22 ftName: Gato MalFuel Type: DieselMax Draft: 5 ft
Description
Gato Mal – 52’ Custom Malcolm Tennant Power Catamaran (2001)
Built by Pachoud Yachts of Tauranga, New Zealand, Gato Mal is a proven, expedition-ready power catamaran designed by renowned naval architect Malcolm Tennant. Constructed in solid fiberglass with cored modular topsides, she was purpose-built for blue-water voyaging—combining impressive range, efficiency, and offshore capability.
Her dual helm stations (pilothouse, flybridge) and twin Cummins 6BT 270 HP diesels with Hundestat variable-pitch propellers deliver outstanding maneuverability and redundancy.
Meticulously maintained and extensively refitted from 2023–2025, Gato Mal now benefits from a complete repaint, updated Garmin electronics suite, rebuilt engines and transmissions, new batteries, and many thoughtful upgrades throughout.
This New Zealand-built catamaran has cruised the Pacific extensively and is currently lying in Costa Rica, ready for her next adventure.
Principal Specifications
Vessel Name: Gato MalYear Launched: 2001Designer: Malcolm TennantBuilder: Pachoud Yachts (New Zealand)Length Overall: 52 ftBeam: 22 ftDraft: 5 ftDisplacement: 18 GWTHull Material: FiberglassDeck Material: FiberglassConstruction: Solid fiberglass hull with polyester resin; cored fiberglass deck, bridge, hardtop, and house; longitudinal and transverse reinforcement throughout; foam coring in select areas.Rudder / Steering: Hydraulic steering, three drive stationsRegistration: U.S. CG DocumentedAntifouling: July 2025Paint / Finish: Full repaint & polish September 2025
Engines

Engines: (2) Cummins 6BT 270 HP diesels (2001)
Engine Hours: 3,670 (SB) / 679 (PORT – rebuilt 2025)
Drive Type: Straight shaft with Hundestat VPP variable-pitch propellers (4-blade 31")
Cruise Speed: 9–10 kn
Max Speed: 14 kn
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Capacity: 1,500 gal
Water Capacity: 330 gal
Steering: Hydraulic
Last Service: July 2025

Electrical & Power Systems

House Batteries: (6) Odyssey 4D (new July 2025)
Engine Batteries: (2) Optima Blue Top 12 V 1000 MCA / 800 CCA (new July 2025)
Battery Charger/Inverter: Xantrex SW Series Inverter/Charger
Battery Switch Location: Passageway between galley and pilothouse
12 V System: Yes
24 V System: Yes
Shore Power: Glendinning Cablemaster 240 V / 50 A (replaced 2024)
Transformers: Esco Power-50 ES50M-65N + (2) Charles ISO 12 KVA (110 → 220 V)
Generator: Onan 12 kW MDKAL – 5,369 hrs (Dedicated Optima start battery)
Air Conditioning: (3) Webasto FCF 16,000 BTU compressors
Heating: Diesel heating system
Watermaker: Wiring in place for future unit
Solar / Wind: None
Washer: Yes

Navigation & Electronics
(All electronics new in 2022)

(2) Garmin GPSMAP 8616 XSV 16" MFDs
Garmin Doppler Radar
Garmin Autopilot & MSC 10 Marine Satellite Compass
Airmar Wind Instruments
Garmin VHF 315 + Vesper Cortez portable VHF
Navionics App on iPad
Starlink Internet
TV and Stereo

Accommodations

Cabins: 2
Berths: 2 doubles (convertible guest berth to 2 singles)
Heads: 3 (fresh water manual flush)
Showers: 2
Holding Tanks: (3) – 2 × 100 gal + 1 × 15 gal (day head)
Hot Water: Electric & engine heat exchange

Galley

Appliances: Propane (4-burner) Parmco stove + oven; Magic Chef microwave
Refrigeration: Frigidaire 12 V
Freezer: 12 V (Starboard bow compartment)
Sink: Yes
Gas Alarm/Auto Shut-off: Yes
Counter Seating: New custom wood stools (2025)
Flooring: Refinished Sept 2025

Safety Equipment

(12) Adult Type II / (2) Adult Type V inflatable life jackets
(2) Throwable Type IV horseshoe rings with retrieval lines
Portable fire extinguishers (exp 2026)
Fixed fire suppression system (3 units; re-cert scheduled 2025)
Visual distress gear (exp 10/2028)
Ocean Signal RescueMe EPIRB1 (batt exp 11/2027)
Navigation lights, horn, searchlights (2) Weems & Plath C-1001 strobe
High-water alarms (3 per hull)
Comprehensive medical kits
ABYC placards and compliance equipment

Ground Tackle

(2) Lewmar Delta Plough anchors (~88 lb each)
~200’ of 3/8” galvanized chain
Maxwell windlass (6" capstan / 8" gypsy) serviced Aug 2025
~150’ of ¾” nylon rode

Tenders & Accessories

Tender: 11’ BW with 20 HP Suzuki outboard
Crane/Davit: OceanLift Crane
Swim Ladder: Extended (2022)
Deck Wash: Salt & Fresh water
Deck Shower: Hot & Cold
Bimini: Yes
Cockpit Cushions: Yes
Air Pump: Portable (not mounted)
Additional Gear: Boat hook, lines, fenders, spares, kayak brackets, BBQ optional

Refit & Maintenance Highlights
Previous Owner Upgrades:TV replacement, generator overhaul, fire system updates, steering repairs, new battery monitor, electrical and plumbing refits, paint buffing, water filtration install, Hundestat system conversion, and more.
Current Owner (2023–2025):

New Garmin navigation package ($80k)
New BW dinghy & removable chocks
New shore power system, house & start batteries
Full bottom paint (July 2025)
Full hull and topside paint (Aug–Sept 2025)
Windows and hatches re-bedded
Starlink installed
Kayak mounts added
New engine through-hull (Starboard 2025)
Port engine completely rebuilt
Windlass chain wheel replaced & rewired
Alternators rebuilt (2023)

Cruising & History
Originally launched in New Zealand, Gato Mal cruised through the South Pacific to Hawaii, then to Southern California, and later to the Pacific Northwest. She’s since voyaged down the U.S. West Coast, Baja, the Sea of Cortez, and onward to Costa Rica, where she is currently based.
Special Features

Global-range expedition design (3,000+ NM range running single engine with feathered prop)
Three drive stations for optimal control and docking ease
Exceptional sea-keeping and efficiency from Malcolm Tennant’s multi-hull design