1977 Nautor Swan 47
LOA
14.33m (47.0ft)
Beam
4.09m (13.4ft)
Displacement
14,969kg (33,001lbs)
Year
1977–1985
Manufacturer
Nautor Swan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.33 m | 47.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.67 m | 35.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.09 m | 13.4 ft |
| Draft | 2.29 m | 7.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 19.50 m | 64.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,969 kg | 33,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 6,350 kg | 13,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.2 m² | 960 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L | 60.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 454 L | 119.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Sparkman & Stephens | |
| Country of Origin | Finland | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
14.92
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
42.4%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.67 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
25.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1977 Nautor Swan 47
The Swan 47 is a timeless Sparkman & Stephens design that epitomizes the classic era of Swan yachts. Heavy and powerful, she is an ocean-going thoroughbred that has proven herself on passages worldwide.