2007 Dufour 425 Grand Large
LOA
12.77m (41.9ft)
Beam
4.01m (13.2ft)
Displacement
9,000kg (19,842lbs)
Year
2007–2012
Manufacturer
Dufour
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.77 m | 41.9 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 11.12 m | 36.5 ft |
| Beam | 4.01 m | 13.2 ft |
| Draft | 2.00 m | 6.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 17.50 m | 57.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,000 kg | 19,842 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg | 6,173 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 77.0 m² | 829 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L | 37.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 280 L | 74.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Umberto Felci | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.08
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
31.1%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2007 Dufour 425 Grand Large
The Dufour 425 Grand Large is a modern French cruiser with a spacious interior and excellent sailing performance. Umberto Felci's hull design delivers speed and comfort in equal measure.