2013 Oyster 485
LOA
14.85m (48.7ft)
Beam
4.38m (14.4ft)
Displacement
14,200kg (31,306lbs)
Year
2013–2020
Manufacturer
Oyster
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.85 m | 48.7 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.70 m | 41.7 ft |
| Beam | 4.38 m | 14.4 ft |
| Draft | 2.15 m | 7.1 ft |
| Mast Height | 19.50 m | 64.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,200 kg | 31,306 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,400 kg | 11,905 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² | 1,055 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L | 79.3 gal |
| Water Capacity | 550 L | 145.3 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.98
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
38.0%
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
17.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2013 Oyster 485
The Oyster 485 is a modern evolution of Oyster's proven deck-saloon concept. Rob Humphreys' design offers a perfect balance of performance and comfort for extended ocean voyaging.