2015 Elan 450
LOA
13.85m (45.4ft)
Beam
4.28m (14.0ft)
Displacement
10,800kg (23,810lbs)
Year
2015–2019
Manufacturer
Elan
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 13.85 m | 45.4 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.20 m | 40.0 ft |
| Beam | 4.28 m | 14.0 ft |
| Draft | 2.20 m | 7.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 18.00 m | 59.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,800 kg | 23,810 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg | 7,716 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² | 1,023 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L | 42.3 gal |
| Water Capacity | 350 L | 92.5 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | |
| Country of Origin | Slovenia | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
19.75
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
32.4%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
14.8
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2015 Elan 450
The Elan 450 is a powerful offshore cruiser-racer with a robust hull and deep fin keel. Designed to cross oceans in comfort while remaining competitive on the racecourse.