2006 Najad 505
LOA
15.55m (51.0ft)
Beam
4.50m (14.8ft)
Displacement
15,500kg (34,172lbs)
Year
2006–2012
Manufacturer
Najad
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 15.55 m | 51.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 13.00 m | 42.7 ft |
| Beam | 4.50 m | 14.8 ft |
| Draft | 2.30 m | 7.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 21.00 m | 68.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,500 kg | 34,172 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,800 kg | 12,787 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² | 1,163 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 | 600 L | 158.5 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | |
| Country of Origin | Sweden | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.65
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
37.4%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
17.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2006 Najad 505
The Najad 505 is a premium Swedish bluewater cruiser built to impeccable standards. A centre cockpit design with walk-through interior offering true liveaboard luxury and world-cruising capability.