Excess EXCESS 11

Excess 11 – High-performance, modern, and versatile cruising catamaran

The Excess 11 is a 37-foot cruising catamaran that combines sailing pleasure, sporty design, and intelligent comfort, stemming from the expertise of the Beneteau group. Designed by VPLP Design for naval architecture, Patrick le Quément for exterior design, and Nauta Design for the interiors, it is aimed at demanding sailors looking for a lively, safe, and pleasant multihull.

With its sleek lines, generous rigging, and aft steering stations, the Excess 11 stands out with a genuine marine DNA, while maintaining excellent livability for coastal or offshore cruising.

Main dimensions and characteristics

• Overall length (LOA): 11.42 m (37’6’’)

• Maximum width: 6.59 m (21’7’’)

• Draft: 1.15 m

• Air draft: 17.27 m

• Light displacement: approx. 9,000 kg

• CE certification: A (8 persons) / B (12 persons) / C (16 persons) / D (20 persons)

• Sleeping capacity: 6 to 12 depending on configuration

These dimensions offer an excellent compromise between sailing performance, stability, and ease of handling

Performance and sail plan

The Excess 11 is delivered in standard version with a high-performance and balanced rig:

• Fully battened mainsail in Dacron®, horizontal cut

• Overlapping genoa on roller with UV protection

• Sail area upwind: 90 m²

• Pulse Line option: up to 95.5 m² upwind

The anodized aluminum mast, two-stage spreaders, and well-maintained rigging ensure efficiency, rigidity, and reliability, both in coastal navigation and long-distance cruising

Construction and exterior design

The construction relies on modern technologies ensuring robustness and lightness:

• Hulls and nacelle in infusion

• Deck and roof in injection

• Balsa sandwich hulls

• Polyester resin with HQ anti-osmosis treatment

• Gray gelcoat (RAL 7004), Excess visual signature

The main deck in white composite, large glazed surfaces, and the open aft cockpit offer a smooth and safe circulation, ideal for navigation as well as life at anchor

Helm stations and cockpits

The Excess 11 is distinguished by its two aft helm stations, enhancing the steering sensation and visibility:

• Two stainless steel steering wheels (700 mm)

• Main helm station to starboard with engine controls

• Secondary station to port

• Spacious aft cockpit with benches, daybed, and large lockers

At the front, the forward cockpit with trampoline becomes a true relaxation area, highly appreciated at anchor or in calm navigation

Bright and functional interiorsSalon and kitchen

The interior benefits from a remarkable brightness, thanks to panoramic glazing and the sliding glass door:

• Salon with L-shaped sofa and high table

• Functional chart table

• Equipped kitchen:

  • 2-burner gas stove

  • Built-in gas oven

  • Stainless steel sink

  • 130 L stainless steel refrigerator

  • Numerous storage spaces

The finishes in Alpi Cedar wood and laminated Sand floors bring a contemporary and warm atmosphere

Cabins and bathroomsOwner's suite

• Central bed 2.00 x 2.00 m

• Independent access

• Office, wardrobe, numerous storage spaces

• Private bathroom with separate shower and manual toilet

Guest cabins

• Comfortable forward and aft cabins

• Spacious double beds

• Opening panoramic hull windows

• Bathrooms with separate shower and manual toilet

This configuration ensures excellent comfort on board, both for a family and for a charter program

Engine and systems

• 2 Yanmar 3YM30 diesel engines – 29 HP

• Sail-drives with fixed three-blade propellers

• Fuel tank: 2 x 200 L

• Freshwater tank: 300 L

• 25 L water heater

• Complete 12 V electrical circuit with AGM batteries and LED lighting

The whole guarantees autonomy, reliability, and ease of maintenance

Why choose an Excess 11?

   Modern and high-performance catamaran
   Steering sensations close to a monohull
   Optimized interior comfort
   Quality construction and signature design
   Ideal for family cruising, travel, or rental

Of course, the boat can accommodate numerous options according to your specifications, do not hesitate to contact us to start configuring your future boat.