1997 Nautor Swan 48
LOA
14.63m (48.0ft)
Beam
4.24m (13.9ft)
Displacement
13,608kg (30,000lbs)
Year
1997–2004
Manufacturer
Nautor Swan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.63 m | 48.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.19 m | 40.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.24 m | 13.9 ft |
| Draft | 2.50 m | 8.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 20.00 m | 65.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,608 kg | 30,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² | 1,130 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L | 66.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 450 L | 118.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | German Frers | |
| Country of Origin | Finland | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.71
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.71 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
18.3
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1997 Nautor Swan 48
The Swan 48 is a legendary performance cruiser that set the standard for the 48-foot class. Superbly built by Nautor with German Frers' elegant lines, she excels in both racing and luxury cruising.