Built by Caliber Yachts beginning in 1990, this 45-footer represents the company's commitment to traditional cruising design with modern construction techniques. Designer Michael McCreary created a substantial offshore cruiser that emphasizes comfort and seaworthiness over racing performance. The fiberglass construction features a fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration, providing good directional stability while maintaining reasonable maneuverability. With 29,000 pounds of displacement and 12,000 pounds of ballast, this boat offers the stability and motion comfort that serious cruisers demand for extended passages. The generous beam of 13.33 feet creates spacious accommodations below while contributing to initial stability. The cutter rig configuration provides versatility in sail handling, particularly valuable for shorthanded offshore sailing. With 940 square feet of sail area driving the substantial displacement, performance is respectable for a cruising yacht, though acceleration in light air requires patience. A comfort ratio of 36.91 indicates excellent motion characteristics in seaways, while the capsize screening formula of 1.74 falls well within accepted parameters for offshore sailing. The 66-horsepower engine provides adequate auxiliary power for the yacht's size and windage. This design appeals to sailors prioritizing comfort, safety, and traditional aesthetics over pure performance, making it well-suited for serious coastal and offshore cruising adventures.
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What is the Caliber 45's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Caliber 45 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Caliber 45's comfort ratio?
The Caliber 45 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 36.91. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Caliber 45 safe for offshore sailing?
The Caliber 45 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.74. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Caliber 45?
The theoretical hull speed of the Caliber 45 is 8.02 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Caliber 45 weigh?
The Caliber 45 has a displacement of 29,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 45.00 ft.
Who designed the Caliber 45?
The Caliber 45 was designed by Michael Mccreary, first built in 1990.