1990 Nautor Swan 53
LOA
16.15m (53.0ft)
Beam
4.40m (14.4ft)
Displacement
17,237kg (38,001lbs)
Year
1990–1999
Manufacturer
Nautor Swan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 16.15 m | 53.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.80 m | 42.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.40 m | 14.4 ft |
| Draft | 2.50 m | 8.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 21.50 m | 70.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 17,237 kg | 38,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 6,804 kg | 15,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² | 1,206 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 350 L | 92.5 gal |
| Water Capacity | 550 L | 145.3 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | German Frers | |
| Country of Origin | Finland | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.05
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
39.5%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.68 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.3
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1990 Nautor Swan 53
The Swan 53 is a majestic offshore cruiser-racer that epitomizes the Nautor philosophy. German Frers' sleek hull delivers impressive speed while the voluminous interior provides true liveaboard luxury.