Fountaine Pajot's premium 50-foot long-range bluewater catamaran. In production since 2014 — one of FP's longest-running models, with significant cruising pedigree.
The Saba 50 entered production in 2014 as Fountaine Pajot's premium 50-foot long-range cruising catamaran. Designed by Berret-Racoupeau, the Saba 50 was positioned above the Helia 44 as FP's flagship sailing model when launched, before being supplemented (and now partially replaced) by the Aura 51 in 2022.
What makes the Saba 50 distinctive is its long-range cruising bias. Compared to the Aura 51, the Saba was designed with a more conservative sailplan, more substantial tankage (800L fuel, 700L water standard), and a layout philosophy biased toward extended bluewater passages rather than charter operations. Production has been continuous since 2014 with periodic equipment refreshes.
On the resale market in 2026, the Saba 50 has a different inventory profile to most FP boats — the proportion of Maestro owner-version boats is higher than typical, reflecting the model's bluewater-cruising buyer base. Charter-fleet exposure exists but is lower than the Aura 51 or Tanna 47. The Saba 50 is widely considered one of the best blue-water Fountaine Pajots ever built.
Specifications are manufacturer figures for a base specification Saba 50. Individual boats vary based on year, equipment, and owner modifications. Always verify against the specific boat's documentation during survey.
The Saba 50 is offered in multiple layouts. Choosing between them is the most important decision in a Saba 50 purchase, and meaningfully affects price, resale, and how the boat actually lives.
Starboard hull dedicated to a single full-beam owner suite with island queen berth, ensuite head with separate shower, dressing room, and substantial storage. Port hull contains two guest cabins with shared head. The standard layout for long-distance cruisers and the dominant configuration on owner-version Sabas. Best for couples and ARC-style passage-making.
Both hulls split into multiple cabins with five or six heads. Sleeps 10–12 guests plus crew. Designed for charter operations though less common in original sales than the Aura 51's charter versions. The Saba's longer-range tankage gives charter Sabas an edge for week-long bareboat operations in less-developed cruising grounds.
Wider context on layout choice and resale implications: our charter version vs owner version guide.
Indicative 2026 ranges for the Saba 50 across condition, year, and layout. Country of sale also affects pricing — Italian and French inventory typically lists 5 to 15 percent above Spanish or Greek equivalents.
For deeper context on Fountaine Pajot pricing, condition adjustments, and country-of-sale variation, see our complete catamaran prices guide.
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Browse all Fountaine Pajots →Saba 50s built 2014–2016 are now 10+ years old; many have completed long ocean passages. Volvo D2-75 / Yanmar 4JH80 engines are robust but service history is critical. Replacement engines run €25,000–€35,000 per side. Verify all major service records.
MS25L / SD60 saildrives need diaphragm replacement at 5–7 years. A 10+ year boat should be on third saildrive service interval. Verify documentation; budget €5,000–€8,000 per side if overdue.
Original 2014–2015 sails are well past service life — most Sabas have had at least one full sail replacement, often two. Standing rigging on 10+ year boats should be inspected for replacement (recommended every 10–12 years; €15,000–€25,000).
Bluewater Sabas have completed serious mileage. Inspect for any signs of grounding damage, particularly bridgedeck and keel sumps. Hull-deck joint and bulkhead bonding worth professional inspection on any boat with significant ocean miles.
Standard 800L fuel and 700L water is generous, but many Saba owners have added auxiliary tankage and watermakers for serious cruising. Verify upgrade quality, plumbing integrity, and documentation. Quality watermaker installation is worth €10,000–€18,000 in resale.
Owner-version Sabas often have substantial bluewater equipment — watermakers, generators, satellite communications, drogue gear, life rafts, EPIRB. Verify each system's age, service status, and certification (life rafts and EPIRB have specific renewal cycles).
Used Saba 50 prices typically range from €380k for an early 2014 charter-version with high engine hours, up to €920k for a 2023 Maestro owner-version with full bluewater equipment. New Saba 50s start at approximately €920k for base specification, rising to €1.3M and above with the full owner's bluewater package.
Different boats for different missions. The Saba 50 (2014–present) is biased toward long-range bluewater cruising — more substantial tankage, more conservative sailplan, more storage. The Aura 51 (2022–present, now FP51) is biased toward sailing performance and charter flexibility — six-cabin layouts, more refined finish, hybrid option. For ARC-style passage-making, most experienced cruisers prefer the Saba; for charter or owner-cruising in the Mediterranean, the Aura 51 is the more versatile choice.
The Saba 50 was sold in three primary layouts: Maestro 3-cabin (owner suite — the dominant private-use layout), Quintet 5-cabin, and Sextet 6-cabin (both hulls split, charter-oriented).
Yes — the Saba 50 remains in production as Fountaine Pajot's bluewater 50-foot model, alongside the Aura 51 / FP51 (which sits in a slightly more performance-oriented position). The Saba 50 has been one of FP's longest-running production models.
Yes — the Saba 50 is one of the most capable production catamaran bluewater cruisers in its size class. With 800 litres of fuel, 700 litres of water standard, and a conservative sailplan designed for offshore conditions, it's well-suited to ARC participation, transpacific cruising, and high-latitude work. Many Saba 50 owners have completed circumnavigations.
Different priorities. Lagoon 50 (2018–present) emphasises interior volume, charter-fleet familiarity, and a polished Mediterranean charter package. Saba 50 emphasises bluewater capability, tankage, and conservative sailplan. Lagoon wins on parts network depth and interior volume; Saba wins on offshore credentials. Pricing is broadly comparable for equivalent-year boats.
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