15.91 m
Length overall
8.08 m
Beam
154 m²
Sail area
6 / 12
Cabins / berths
Overview
A new benchmark
The Fountaine Pajot FP 51 is a new catamaran designed for owners looking for a seaworthy, bright and easy-to-operate boat in the Caribbean. True to the codes of Fountaine Pajot's cruising catamarans, it offers fluid flow between cockpit and saloon, open living spaces facing the sea, comfortable cabins and volumes optimised for extended stays on board. From Martinique, Guadeloupe and throughout the wider Caribbean, ACM Yachting supports your FP 51 purchase project with a complete approach: configuration, pricing, options, financing, yacht-management, delivery, handover and local after-sales service. This page brings together the key information to compare the Fountaine Pajot FP 51, explore its specifications, browse photos and videos, access the 360° virtual tour and prepare a personalised quote. Whether your programme is family, private or charter oriented, the FP 51 is a modern platform to cruise Caribbean anchorages with comfort, performance and peace of mind.
An enhanced successor to the Aura 51, with over 130 units sold, the FP 51 integrates into the new generation of Fountaine Pajot catamarans with a modernized design, a re-imagined helm station, and upgraded hardware—while remaining highly competitive in the 50-foot market.
The FP 51 embodies a new way of experiencing grand cruising. With its 15.91 m length, 8.08 m beam, and Berret-Racoupeau architecture, it is equally suited for family cruising and chartering. Four layout versions (Maestro, Full Maestro, Double Maestro, 6 Cabins) can accommodate up to 12 people, with all cabins featuring their own private bathroom. The FP 51 incorporates innovations from the new FP range: a helm console with an opening hardtop, Lewmar hardware, lashing incidence as standard, integrated solar panels up to 2,000 W, and the ODSea+ 75 hybrid version available.
Key strengths
- 15.91 m overall length, 8.08 m beam
- Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design architecture
- Up to 6 cabins with private bathrooms
- New helm console with opening hardtop
- Lewmar hardware and lashing incidence as standard
- Available in ODSea+ 75 hybrid version
- Up to 2,000 W of integrated solar panels
- 4 versions: Maestro, Full Maestro, Double Maestro, 6 Cabins
Specifications
Full technical data for the FP 51
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- Length overall
- 15.91 m
- Beam
- 8.08 m
- Draft
- 1.58 m
- Light displacement
- 18,500 kg
- Mainsail area
- 95 m²
- Genoa area
- 59 m²
- Total sail area
- 154 m²
- Standard engine
- 2 x 60 cv
- Optional engine
- 2 x 75 cv
- Fuel capacity
- 900 L
- Fresh water tanks
- 900 L
- Cabins
- 6
- Berths
- 12
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The enhanced successor to a success story
The AURA 51, launched in 2022, was one of the most popular Fountaine Pajot catamarans in its category, with over 130 units sold. Fountaine Pajot chose to evolve the Aura 51 to create the FP 51, which fully integrates into the new FP range alongside the FP41, FP44, FP48, FP55, and FPY70S. The result: a modernized, improved, and even more competitive catamaran in the 50-foot market.
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A catamaran for every project
With its 15.91 m overall length and 8.08 m beam, the FP 51 is equally suited for families and chartering. Highly appreciated for bareboat or skippered charters thanks to its generous volumes, it is equally popular for cruising and family pleasure boating because it is intuitive enough to be maneuvered without a professional skipper.
03
Modernized exterior design and helm station
The hull decoration has been revised to harmonize with the aesthetics of the new FP range, and the exterior upholstery adopts the same language as the FP41 and FP44. The new standard helm console is equipped with a support for large touchscreen displays, such as the Garmin 9000 Series. A hardtop with an opening section now protects the entire helm station for enhanced comfort.
04
Lewmar hardware and upgraded rigging
Sheet tracks and ball-bearing blocks are now signed Lewmar, as is the lashing incidence, now standard equipment, which replaces the hook carver and allows for effortless hoisting and lowering of the mainsail. Halyards are upgraded to high-quality Dyneema, and all running rigging benefits from a more resistant and flexible sheathing.
05
Controlled energy and ODSea+ version
The FP 51 integrates the latest energy management technologies: up to 2,000 W of integrated solar panels, production, storage, and consumption monitoring grouped in a dedicated interface. It is also available in the ODSea+ 75 version (2x25 kW engines, 32 kW generator, 2x27 kWh battery bank, hydrogeneration included) for more sustainable cruising.
In video
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They talk about it
Press reviews
“A particularly appealing model, especially for the space and comfort it offers for long-term living aboard. (...) The largest catamaran still easily manageable before needing a professional crew.”
“A well-designed yacht, with an emphasis on incredible living volumes and a high level of finish and equipment. (...) This yacht is a mile-eater.”
“The Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 is part of this new generation of grand, opulent French catamarans. (...) This yacht is made for long-term living aboard, in high comfort close to true luxury.”
“The Aura 51 has already established itself as a benchmark in the highly competitive 50-foot cruising catamaran segment. (...) Its performance is excellent given its displacement and observed level of comfort.”
Virtual tour
Explore the Fountaine Pajot FP 51 in 360°
Ambiances & colors
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Layouts
Available versions
Version
FP 51 Maestro
5 cabins including one Owner's cabin, all with private bathrooms. The balanced configuration for high-end family cruising.
Configuration
Main options
HARDTOP
A rigid hardtop, molded from composite, is installed above the cockpit, supported by a set of 5 stainless steel posts, ensuring a strong and durable structure. This hardtop includes a fixed window with a blackout curtain, allowing natural light in while providing the option to block the sun. It also features an access hatch to the flybridge, facilitating movement between the cockpit and the flybridge. An integrated lighting system completes the setup, enhancing comfort and usability of the cockpit in the evening or in low light.
Gallery
The FP 51 in pictures
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
What versions of the FP 51 are available?
The FP 51 is offered in 4 layouts: Maestro (5 cabins including one Owner's), Full Maestro (4 cabins with an Owner's Suite spanning an entire hull), Double Maestro (4 cabins including 2 Owner's), and 6 Cabins for maximum accommodation capacity. All cabins have their own private bathroom.
What is the engine power of the FP 51?
The standard propulsion consists of 2 x 60 hp engines. A 2 x 75 hp option is available, as well as a 100% hybrid ODSea+ 75 version with 2 x 25 kW electric motors and a 32 kW generator.
What is the tank capacity?
The FP 51 has 2 x 450 L of fresh water and 2 x 450 L of diesel, totaling 900 L of each for comfortable autonomy during long cruises.
Who designed the FP 51?
The architecture of the FP 51 is signed by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design, one of the most renowned design offices in the multihull world.
What are the new features compared to the Aura 51?
The FP 51 inherits from the Aura 51 but features a modernized exterior design, a new helm console with an opening hardtop, upgraded Lewmar hardware, lashing incidence as standard, remote circuit breakers, a new folding swim ladder, and headboards in all cabins.
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