Florida Sportsman highlights the World Cat 320 CC
Florida Sportsman met up with Rodney Antonioli of World Cat at the Miami Boat Show to learn the ins-and-outs of their 32-foot center console cat.
Twenty-eight inches of freeboard, 10-foot, 6-inch beam and a classic cat hull that spans more than 32 feet—the World Cat 320 CC provides the space to fish and a stable, comfy ride in bumpy seas. Amenities in the 105-square-foot cockpit include a 45-gallon livewell, 12 rod holders and four rocket launchers, 325 gallons of fishbox storage, wraparound windshield, washdown and marine head.
A Euro-style transom allows large fish to be hauled aboard or divers to easily climb aboard. Up front, the bow has seating for six adults. Anglers and gear ride smoothly on a patented Vectorflo Air Cushion System. We sea-trialed the boat at the Miami Boat Show and documented no-slip performance when making sharp turns, not unlike a vee hull. Maximum horsepower is 600. Rigged with power, dry weight tops 9,600 pounds. Fuel capacity is 300 gallons. Price is $233,500 with twin 300 Suzukis.
World Cat Offshore Power Boats
1090 West Saint James Street
Tarboro, North Carolina 27886
1.866.485.8899
www.WorldCat.com
Specifications:
Length: 32 feet, 2 inches
Beam: 10 feet, 6 inches
Draft: 16 inches
Dry weight: 9,600 pounds with twin 300s
Max horsepower: 600 hp
Fuel capacity: 300 gallons (2 150-gallon tanks)
Transom height: 25 inches
Freeboard Aft: 28 inches
Bridge Clearance: 9 feet
![]() The World Cat crew preps the 320 CC for boat rides and testing at the Miami Boat Show at the Sea Isle Marina.
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![]() Fiberglass top and wraparound shield (plus wipers) make for protected rides in rough water. Below, a 185-quart molded seat doubles as a fishbox or cooler.
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![]() Walk-through transom divides twin fold-down stern seats. This 320 CC is mounted with twin 4-stroke Suzuki 300s, max horsepower is 600. Ladder and six transom rod holders make the cockpit diver and fisher friendly.
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![]() Detailed look at the freshwater transom wash with 20-gallon holding tank. At right, an open storage compartment.
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![]() A look underneath the transom fold-out seat reveals easy access to wiring and fuel filter compartments.
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![]() Starboard side cockpit compartments shows storage trays for tackle.
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![]() Portside cockpit compartments reveal storage for trolling tackle.
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![]() Fiberglass leaning post and bait-prep station includes 45-gallon re-circulating livewell and raw-water washdown.
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![]() A close-up look at the insulated, lighted livewell at the bait-prep station.
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![]() Drawers for tackle and storage at the bait-prep station.
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![]() A sizeable horn and 32-foot length means watch out! when the 320 CC is throttling up.
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![]() Describing the helm: Thirteen-inch Edson wheel, two steel cup holders, and a lockable electronics area (capable of holding dual 15-inch monitors) make up this battle-station console. Marine head with 15-gallon holding tank fills out the inside of the console (not pictured).
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![]() Double-wide flip up bolster seats and center armrest are comfy for driver and passenger.
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![]() Easy access to the raw water washdown that come standard on the 320 CC.
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![]() Lock your rods inside port and starboard storage compartments. Three rods with 50-size reels fit snug.
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![]() One of two 300-quart fish boxes with diaphragm pumps.
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![]() Below this cushion seat is 225-quart storage to use as a fishbox or cooler. Box drains overboard, and there’s a matching compartment on the starboard side.
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![]() Bow seating has room for six adults.
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![]() Optional anchor system includes windlass with 300 feet of line, 15 feet of chain and a 22-pound anchor.
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