2016 Balance 526

This 2016 Balance 526 is a 52-foot composite catamaran built for serious cruising performance. Powered by a single Yanmar diesel engine producing 57 horsepower, she cruises at 8 knots with a maximum speed of 10 knots. The hull is finished in pearlescent blue, and the deck features carbon spars from Southern Spars with modern rigging including composite K49 caps, a carbon headstay, and ECSix carbon diamonds. The sail plan comprises a North 3Di package with electric J2 furler, in-boom Reckmann furling, and a hydraulic A2/Reacher furler operated by push button.

The interior accommodates three cabins and two heads. The layout flows seamlessly from the aft cockpit into the saloon, where recently refinished whitewashed oak veneers and dark wood flooring create a bright, open feel throughout the living spaces. The overall design prioritizes ease of handling, with push-button control systems arranged for single-owner operation.

The boat reflects meticulous upkeep during her current ownership, with low engine hours and excellent structural condition. The interior has been recently refinished, and a pearlescent blue vinyl wrap has been newly applied to the topsides.