- A model which shows a big gap since the first 380, built almost 20 years ago (launch in 1999), are next to on the advertisements of the units hardly left of neuvage..
- Count 120 000 € minimum for a 2000 vintage and twice as much for a recent 380.
The Lagoon 380, not at all disconcerted by the exit of the 39 (2013) - moreover replaced by the 40 in 2018 -, remains, among the less than 12 meters, the most comfortable family catamaran thanks to its incredible volume. Because the hulls are wide enough to accommodate one or two double cabins, the nacelle is perfectly protected from the hottest rays of the sun thanks to the vertical glazing and the cap, the panoramic saloon is remarkably comfortable and well ventilated, the functional galley, the friendly cockpit and the perfect aft skirts at anchor..
Failing to be fast in light weather, the 380 relies on these powerful engines - 18 or 28 horsepower - below 10 knots of wind. From the medium, it displays honest performances from good full to downwind. It is even capable of holding an average of 10 knots per good breeze. The little Lagoon is well equipped for a beautiful Atlantic loop.
The diagnosis of Bateaux.com
The Lagoon 380 is based on the main lines of the 410, launched in 1997. More compact, it offers the same or almost the same services..
Above all, it has become a star: the 380 is undoubtedly the most widely distributed liveaboard catamaran to date. That's 800 copies in 17 years.
Its silhouette, long considered massive, ended up imposing itself as a standard... one would find it almost elegant today! The S2 version, which appeared in 2005, has a more modern finish and lighter woodwork.
It is also appreciated for its closed cockpit at the stern, very appreciated for family sailing with young children (or animals).
The benefits
- Good visibility from the helm station
- Motors placed in a separate compartment and not under the rear berths
- Incredible volume for a catamaran of less than 12 meters
Disadvantages
- Missing some outside safes
- Rouf not easy to climb
- Disappointing performance in light winds
But what does he miss?
Nothing. Except a slight makeover, and again..
The equivalent today?
The Lagoon 40? Not so sure... 39 broke his teeth trying to replace 380!
