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20 April 2023, Company News

620 Powercat Ferry for Project Island Song

The Kingfisher 620 Hardtop Powercat is a versatile vessel designed to provide a comfortable and reliable experience for passengers. Recently, this was built for ‘Project Island Song’ as a ferry, to provide transportation to and from the islands located in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands. One of the key features we incorporated into the boat…

29 March 2023, Company News

Grant’s 670 Powercat; his “fishing machine”

Grant, a passionate fisherman living in the far north of New Zealand, is the proud owner of a 670 Powercat. This exceptional boat is built to last, with sturdy construction that ensures it can handle the roughest of ocean conditions. Not only is it strong, but it is also comfortable, with plenty of space for…

17 February 2023, Company News

New 450 Centre Console for Waikato Police

Kingfisher boats is proud to have worked with NZ Police to deliver a 450 Centre Console to the Waikato Police in time for summer. The unbeatable stability was key to the Police’s decision to go with the 450 Centre Console, with 4 people on one side and minimal tipping in a 4m boat it makes…

8 December 2022, Company News

Kingfisher Boats & Powercats announce Australian Dealer Network

Kingfisher Boats & Powercats range of trailer boats is set to be launched in Australia next year with the launch of its Australian dealer network. Kingfisher Boats & Powercats General Manager Laura Mason says “The arrival of Kingfisher Boats in Australia is monumental. These are awesome boats that deserve an excellent dealer network to sell…

6 December 2022, Company News

Kingfisher Boats now CPC approved

Kingfisher Boats and Powercats are proud to announce we are now part of the NZ Marine & Coastguard NZ endorsed CPC Group of NZ’s top trailer power boat manufacturers! Being part of the CPC group means we are audited annually so you can be assured that you are receiving a boat built to a high…

1 December 2022, Company News

U-Dek Transforms

Ever wondered how a custom U-Dek install could transform your boat? Recently we had the opportunity to re-floor a launch here in Tauranga marina. The results speak for themselves in the transformation of the deck area which went from looking a bit rough and worn into a soft, clean looking area. We do all our…

16 November 2022, Company News

Why buy a cat?

Powercats, or catamarans, offer clear advantages over monohull boats, especially for boating enthusiasts and anglers. Here are the top reasons to consider a Powercat for your next vessel: More beam: The wider beam of a Powercat gives you significantly more space, especially in the bow area. This provides ample room for casting decks, fishing, and…

11 November 2022, Company News

Kingfisher Boats shop is now LIVE

Our Kingfisher Boats shop is now live online! You can shop online for T-shirts, Fish Rulers, Lure Holders and the Sea-It range. All products also available instore at our Mt Maunganui factory. Octi Offcuts! Octi offcuts are now available instore only at our Mt Maunganui based factory. Call in if you are after a strip…

3 October 2022, Company News

450 Side Console

Check out our latest 450 Side Console Minicat build! Our latest 450 side console build is ready to hit the water in time for summer. This boat was fitted out with a Garmin package, Fusion stereo, Haswing trolling motor and Honda 60HP outboard. Finished in gloss red wrap with a custom U-Dek pattern and lure…

30 September 2022, Company News

Minicat reviews keep rolling in!

We’ve been on the receiving end of some pretty amazing feedback on our Minicats lately. These incredibly capable boats continue to surprise and delight our customers with their stability and performance in the sea. We also have some pretty impressive fuel consumption figures coming back, most recently a customer with the 570 Minicat with a…

23 September 2022, Company News

1200 Semi Displacement Launched

In August we had the pleasure of handing over a 1200 semi displacement cat, designed by Roger Hill. This boat has a number of awesome features that make overnighting and fishing a pleasure on board. Starting in the cockpit this boat features a bait station island, providing a great spot for dealing with fish, whilst…

13 July 2022, Company News

Cuddy Cabin Minicats

Our award winning 510 Minicat now comes in a cuddy cabin version! And so does our popular 450! Maximizing the fishing space in the rear whilst retaining our forward casting platform our cuddy cabins give you the perfect mix of maximum fishing space whilst providing protection from the elements. 510 Minicat Cuddy 450 Minicat Cuddy…

620 Powercat Ferry for Project Island Song

Grant’s 670 Powercat; his “fishing machine”

New 450 Centre Console for Waikato Police

Kingfisher Boats & Powercats announce Australian Dealer Network

Kingfisher Boats now CPC approved

U-Dek Transforms

Why buy a cat?

Kingfisher Boats shop is now LIVE

450 Side Console

Minicat reviews keep rolling in!

1200 Semi Displacement Launched

Cuddy Cabin Minicats

Why buy a cat?

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