1987 Hylas 49
LOA
14.94m (49.0ft)
Beam
4.27m (14.0ft)
Displacement
15,422kg (34,000lbs)
Year
1987–1998
Manufacturer
Hylas
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.94 m | 49.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.19 m | 40.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.27 m | 14.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.98 m | 6.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 20.00 m | 65.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,422 kg | 34,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 6,350 kg | 13,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 99.6 m² | 1,072 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 303 L | 80.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 568 L | 150.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | German Frers | |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.33
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.2%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.69 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.2
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1987 Hylas 49
The Hylas 49 is a premium bluewater cruiser combining German Frers design with exceptional Taiwan construction. One of the finest offshore cruising yachts in her class with a luxurious centre-cockpit layout.