Lock Crowther Model Nr. 61

Lock Crowther, årg. 1991, skrogmateriale Aluminium, Diesel, hjemhavn Wilhelmshaven (Tyskland), Aluminum blue water catamaran "ECHO"

Fast. Safe. Self-sufficient. Ready to sail around the world.

With "ECHO", the dream becomes a route: a seaworthy, lovingly maintained, first-hand long-distance catamaran, built from seawater-resistant aluminum - made for oceans, tidal areas and lonely anchor bays. On board, high cruising speed, immense safety reserves and homely comfort meet clever details that really count on long voyages.

Why exactly this ship?

Arrive quickly, travel relaxed
- Large sail area for high cruising speeds: Mainsail approx. 92 m², genoa approx. 100 m², blister 185 m².
- Powerful engine (150 hp) and 1,500 l diesel tank - for when wind and schedule don't match.
- Up to 22 kn possible; the average speed remains high even on long trips.
- Fine handling: can be maneuvered with centimetre precision when mooring, even in narrow harbours.

Safety that inspires confidence
- Seawater-resistant aluminum construction, additionally foamed with 50 mm rigid polyurethane foam (approx. 20 m³) - for enormous additional buoyancy and structural reserve.
- Two air tanks (approx. 5 m³ in total) as a safety bonus - constructive buoyancy for emergencies. Results in a buoyancy of approx. 24 tons with a weight of 14 tons.
- Inside steering position: protected and warm steering when it gets rough outside.
- Very stable stern design - additional protection in the event of grounding and the now familiar orca interactions.
- Aluminum is UV-stable - the hull remains "young" even after decades.

Comfort like at home - even in the middle of the Pacific
- 2 very comfortable double cabins, a cozy saloon and a fully equipped kitchen: ideal for couples, families or friends.
- Bathroom with shower toilet (vacuum system as wash toilet with bidet & dryer) - clean, economical, reliable.
- 1,500 l fresh water for long passages.
- Plenty of storage space - enough reserves to install additional equipment (e.g. washing machine).
- On-board sewage treatment plant (150 l) - practical and environmentally friendly, especially in remote areas.

Sophisticated design for real area diversity
- Draught only 1.10 m - you can enter bays that others cannot.
- Keels instead of long centerboards, protected with wooden planks (load distribution) - robust when touching down.
- Falling dry? No problem - a real plus in tidal areas and for maintenance underway.
- Viewing window directly above the keel - look down into the water from the saloon: fascinating and practical.
- "Rides like on rails" - very stable, hardly any heeling, so everyday life on board remains relaxed.

Maintenance-friendly technology
- Proper engine rooms for port and starboard, large and accessible from all sides - care and maintenance without dislocations, just like on a working boat
- Weight: approx. 13.5-14 tons - solidly built, but still fast at 22 knots.

Who is the Echo for?
For long-distance sailors who want to set off without compromise: fast enough to make the most of weather windows, safe enough for blue water, comfortable enough for life on board - week after week, month after month. Whether it's a round the Atlantic, a Pacific leap or a relaxed loop through the world's tidal waters: Echo turns the idea into a real, easy-to-plan voyage.

Conclusion
Echo is a well-maintained, first-hand long-distance catamaran, lovingly looked after and equipped with an eye for detail - ready for new adventures with her next owner.

Watch video exposé: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CX9dKO6NECY