When I stepped aboard the Oceanwalker S60 power catamaran in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, I knew it wasn’t built with boat-show flash in mind. Instead, this model from Revolution Marine Group felt like a pragmatic, well-executed statement of volume, utility and livability, with understated luxe touches throughout.
Inside, the 27-foot, 6-inch beam and nearly 7 feet of headroom in the salon create an immediate impression of spaciousness. This was Hull No. 6, with tweaks based on charter experience aboard previous hulls: The generous freeboard, raised 15 inches compared to those hulls, made a noticeable difference. I could actually enjoy a view of the nautical world just outside the hullside windows while reclining in the stateroom berths, something owners might not expect with a catamaran in the 60-foot size range.
The layout is eminently flexible. The S60 comes in three- or four-stateroom versions, each with en suite heads, and there is a day head in the cockpit. On the boat I was aboard, the master stateroom was in the sponson opposite the galley, a smart choice to preserve the quiet when cooking or hosting guests. The VIP stateroom was on the opposite side aft, with the forward section of the hulls reserved for identical double-berth staterooms. Crew quarters were accessible from the cockpit. Placed between the machinery spaces aft and the guest staterooms forward, they acted as sound buffers with direct engine-room access.
Systems reflected a philosophy of simplicity, reliability and practicality. The builders lean heavily on off-the-shelf parts and components that are easily sourced in the United States, simplifying maintenance and long-term owner support. The electrical distribution panel sits at a comfortable shoulder height just inside the salon entry. It’s readily accessible for owners or crew the moment they enter the vessel.
At the lower helm is a clean, efficient command station with twin 18-inch Garmin multifunction displays and side-by-side seating for three people. Visibility around the S60 is excellent, and the ergonomics here are solid as well as practical for long passages in climate-controlled comfort.
Eight steps up from the cockpit is the S60’s most persuasive asset: the flybridge deck. The real estate is big enough for an upper helm with three 18-inch Garmin screens and a sliding bench for three people, along with a variety of seating: an L-shaped lounge to port, a U-shaped lounge to starboard and loose furniture. Synthetic teak underfoot keeps the deck cool with low maintenance. There’s also a grill, wet bar and refrigeration. These amenities, combined with the galley aft just below with its full-size refrigerator and commercial-grade appliances, mean this is a vessel ready to cruise far and wide.
On deck, safe passage is a priority, with 31-inch walkways to the bow and sturdy, 2-inch oval stainless bow rails at 42 inches high with strategically placed handholds.
Power comes from a pair of 440 hp D6 Volvo Penta diesels with V-drives, which move the propulsion system aft and free up space for the crew quarters. During my time aboard, the S60 cruised comfortably at 12 knots, with the diesels consuming 15 gallons per hour. The S60 topped out at 16 knots. With a fuel capacity of 2,113 gallons, the vessel has a range of 1,524 nautical miles at cruising speed, assuming a 10 percent reserve. The builder plans to offer future S60s with 600 hp Cummins engines, which would increase the cruise speed to 15 knots and top speed to 18 to 19 knots.
Handling is reliable and predictable, aided by the widely spaced wheels and Sleipner bow thrusters for close-quarters maneuvering. A draft of just 3 feet puts shallow-water anchorages within easy reach.
Solar panels on the brow and the hardtop produce up to 9 kW at peak, and roughly 7 to 7.5 kW on average, helping to recharge the lithium battery bank. That support tilts the S60 more toward semi-independent cruising, and it’s part of a broader push in the brand’s thinking to build rugged and reliable boats.
On deck, the hydraulic swim platform drops to create a private beach club for water toys, tender launching and casual afternoon lounging. The aft deck leads to the cockpit and up to the flybridge, creating a natural flow from the water to the social space to the helm. This kind of practical, real-world thinking makes the S60 feel designed for owners who actually cruise.
The S60 delivers volume, comfort, flexibility and durability, all wrapped in a well-engineered platform that feels practical for long-range cruising or liveaboard life. I feel this boat is a thoughtful blend of scale, sensible systems and layout that make it an equally smart choice for charter, extended cruising or living aboard with a family.
Clean Sheet
Oceanwalker approaches its builds with an almost stubborn focus on practicality. Instead of chasing exotic materials or overwrought solutions, the company leans into simplicity, accessibility and common-sense engineering. The result is an identity built around reliability and ease of maintenance, especially for owner-operators.
Long-Range Intentions
Oceanwalker has set its sights on serious long-range bluewater cruising credentials. The boats are built with long-term ownership in mind, with big tankage, broad volumes, accessible machinery spaces and layouts that cater to extended time aboard. The delivery timeline is roughly a year to 18 months for the S60 power catamaran.
Vertical Integration
The shipyard controls nearly every major stage of construction, from lamination to electrical installation. This system gives the builder tighter quality control and fewer variables to troubleshoot. It’s a hands-on approach that shows up in the details: clean wiring runs, consistent glasswork and systems designed to be accessed.
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