Dufour 45E
LOA
13.80m (45.3ft)
Beam
4.20m (13.8ft)
Displacement
10,500kg (23,149lbs)
Year
2008–2011
Manufacturer
Dufour
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 13.80 m | 45.3 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 11.90 m | 39.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.20 m | 13.8 ft |
| Draft | 2.10 m | 6.9 ft |
| Mast Height | 18.00 m | 59.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,500 kg | 23,149 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg | 7,055 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.0 m² | 947 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L | 52.8 gal |
| Water Capacity | 380 L | 100.4 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Umberto Felci | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.64
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
30.5%
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
15.3
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Dufour 45E
The Dufour 45E is an enhanced version of the 455 with improved systems and updated interior finishes. A capable offshore cruiser that balances performance with creature comforts.