Changing it Up

Similar to the famous superyacht Comanche, the main drive comes from the headsails. This allows the yacht to be more adaptable to different weather conditions, as the power comes from a changeable sail. It gives you the option to significantly decrease the sail area without having to reef the main. On the other hand, when you want to push for speed, you have multiple alternatives to maximise performance across the wind range.

Previously, self-tacking jibs were considered too small or not performance oriented enough – not anymore! By the bold move to position the mast aft of the keel drum, we break from tradition and have a standard self-tacking jib in regular size, as there is enough space in front of the mast.

The adaptability of different headsails makes the Shogun 50 suitable for cruising and shorthanded sailing - simply by using smaller headsails and have them on furlers. There is an option to either trim the jib specifically with in-haulers and jib cars, ultimate for racing, or make trimming easy by using the self-tacking system. Naturally, the self-tacking rail is integrated into the deck.

Like a yacht geared for offshore, the Shogun 50 has multiple tack points for headsails and furlers: two tack points on the foredeck, both adjustable by hydraulics. Two more on the bowsprit, one inbound for codes on the on the fixed bowsprit and another for the gennakers on the extendable bowsprit. In addition, the foredeck has an inside padeye for staysails. The multiple tack points make sail exchanges easier to manage.

Progressive Layout INTERIOR SPACES

The Shogun 50 comes with two main layout options. The first is a traditional three cabin layout, featuring a centre salon down the companionway and with the owner’s cabin at the bow.

The second option has the salon in the bow. In this layout a large u-shaped couch wraps around the dining table and creates a space that encourages social interaction. The fully equipped galley is divided into two sections to allow multiple people to work in the kitchen simultaneously.

The section with the stove and sink is located at the centre of the yacht, which makes the keel drum become a back support while cooking at sea. With the chart table and heads located right down the companion way, on the starboard side of the yacht, makes it easy to reach during sailing, without walking through the entire salon in your foul weather gear. The spacious area right down the companionway is created to simplify sail management.

Both layouts feature two double berth aft cabins that are comfortable and inviting, with cushioned hull sides to create a relaxing and inviting environment. When the weather is gnarly and one just wants to curl up with a book in the cabin, the hull sides become your cosy reading nook. Therefore, there are no shelves along these sides that you risk hitting your head on. The nightstand doubles as a coffee table - and the cabin becomes a lounge. Naturally, we customize the yacht to your preferences – should you want more storage like shelves and cabinets, you can.