Baltic Yachts 47

Sailboat 47′ 10″ Since 1994

Overview

Builder
Baltic Yachts
Model
47
Type
Sailboat
Built
1994–2001
Designer
Judel/Vrolijk
Hull
Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
47′ 10″ (14.57 m)
Waterline length
39′ 6″ (12.04 m)
Beam
14′ 5″ (4.39 m)
Displacement
24,692 lb (11,200 kg)
Ballast
10,141 lb (4,600 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
1,220 sq ft (113.3 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
65′ 3″ (19.90 m)
J (foretriangle base)
18′ 4″ (5.60 m)
P (mainsail luff)
57′ 5″ (17.50 m)
E (mainsail foot)
20′ (6.10 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
23.0

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
179

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
41%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.98

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.

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