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2016 Balance 526

$1,249,950

Tarragona, ES-T, Spain

Year2016
Length52′
TypeSail Catamaran
ListingBrokerage

Overview

Are you ready for bluewater freedom? Ondine Blue is a stunning Balance 526, commissioned by a discerning first owner who spared no expense during the build. Every option was carefully selected and upgraded, resulting in a performance cruising catamaran that is both exceptionally capable and beautifully specified. Under its current ownership, Ondine Blue has been meticulously maintained and cared for. With low engine hours and excellent condition for her age, she represents a rare opportunity in today’s market. The topsides are finished in a stunning pearlescent blue that glistens in the sun and turns heads in any anchorage. Inside, the transition from the aft cockpit to the saloon is seamless, with recently refinished whitewashed oak veneers and contrasting dark wood flooring that create a clean, modern interior with a light and airy feel. Whether you're planning to cruise the Mediterranean or sail further afield, Ondine Blue is a true gem, a turnkey, performance bluewater machine that's beautifully presented and attractively priced. Standouts: Southern Spars mast & boom (carbon) In-boom Reckmann furling North 3di Sail package Electric J2 furler Hydraulic A2/Reacher furler (push button control) Recent pearlescent blue vinyl wrap Rigging includes composite K49 Caps and headstay & ECSix carbon diamonds Refinished interior Push button operation designed for owner operation. Meticulously maintained, excellent condition Exclusive listing by Rapide, the leader in performance multihulls

Equipment

Ask Glen for the current equipment list.

Key specifications

Builder
Balance
Model
526
Year
2016
Length overall
56.17 ft
Yacht type
Sail Catamaran
Condition
Brokerage
Cabins
3
Heads
2
Hull material
Composite
Beam
28.42 ft
Draft
7.58 ft
Fuel
130 gallon
Water
103 gallon

Engines

Yanmar · 4JH57 · 57 horsepower · diesel · 1500 hours

Co-brokerage listing. Confirm availability, specifications, and pricing with Glen.

The 2016 Balance 526 for sale is a sail catamaran located in Tarragona, Spain. This 52-foot example has three cabins and two heads, with a 28.42-foot beam. Listed equipment includes a carbon Southern Spars mast and boom, Reckmann in-boom furling, and electric J2 and hydraulic A2/reacher furlers. The listing also specifies North 3Di sails. These details help distinguish this individual Balance 526 from other model yachts for sale and provide useful points for comparing equipment.

The listing reports twin Yanmar 4JH57 diesel engines rated at 57 horsepower, with 1,500 hours, plus 130 gallons of fuel and 103 gallons of water capacity. Buyers may wish to clarify equipment condition, service records, sail inventory, and how the 7.58-foot draft fits their intended ports. Glen Appelbaum brings offshore cruising, delivery, charter, racing, and brokerage experience to Southern Sailor; he can help buyers frame questions about this Tarragona listing and compare its specifications with other catamarans.

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