2018 Lagoon 50 vs 2012 Lagoon 52 — Comparison
2018 Lagoon 50
2012 Lagoon 52
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Lagoon 50 | 2012 Lagoon 52 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 2018 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | VPLP / Nauta Design | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.75 m (48.4 ft) | 15.84 m (52.0 ft) |
| LWL | 13.90 m (45.6 ft) | 15.10 m (49.5 ft) |
| Beam | 8.11 m (26.6 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.35 m (4.4 ft) | 1.45 m (4.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,800 kg (37,038 lbs) | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 130.0 m² (1,399 ft²) | 148.0 m² (1,593 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 720 L (190.2 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1060 L (280.0 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 12 | 12 |
| Cabins | 5 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Lagoon 50 and 2012 Lagoon 52 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2018 Lagoon 50 is a modern design by Lagoon from France, while the 2012 Lagoon 52 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The 2018 Lagoon 50 was penned by VPLP / Nauta Design. The 2012 Lagoon 52 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 2018 Lagoon 50 measures 14.75m (48.4ft) overall with a beam of 8.11m, compared to the 2012 Lagoon 52 at 15.84m (52.0ft) with a 8.60m beam. The 2012 Lagoon 52 is 1.09m longer than the 2018 Lagoon 50. The 2012 Lagoon 52 displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Lagoon 50 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.13 and 130.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 Lagoon 52, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 148.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2012 Lagoon 52 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Lagoon 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 7.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.27). The 2012 Lagoon 52 has a comfort ratio of 7.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.27. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2018 Lagoon 50 and 0.0% for the 2012 Lagoon 52, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Lagoon 50 provides 12 berths in 5 cabins with 1060L of water capacity and 720L of fuel. The 2012 Lagoon 52 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 1200L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 Lagoon 50 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2012 Lagoon 52 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.