Designed by renowned naval architect Edward Dubois and built by the respected French yard Henri Wauquiez, this sophisticated sailing yacht represents premium European craftsmanship from the early 1990s. With only 24 hulls produced between 1990 and 1993, the Centurion 45 maintains an exclusive presence on the water. The yacht's fin keel and spade rudder configuration, combined with a masthead sloop rig carrying 886 square feet of sail area, delivers responsive performance whether coastal cruising or embarking on offshore passages. Her substantial 24,250-pound displacement and deep 7.71-foot draft provide excellent stability and seaworthiness, while the moderate beam of 13.32 feet maintains comfortable interior volume without sacrificing sailing characteristics. Built to high standards with fiberglass construction, the Centurion 45 showcases Dubois' talent for balancing performance with comfort. The impressive SA/Displacement ratio of 16.99 indicates spirited sailing ability, while the comfort ratio of 30.4 suggests she's well-suited for extended cruising. Her capsize screening formula of 1.84 falls within acceptable offshore parameters, making this yacht capable of serious blue-water adventures. The 50-horsepower engine provides reliable auxiliary power for maneuvering and motorsailing in light conditions.
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What is the Centurion 45's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Centurion 45 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.99. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Centurion 45's comfort ratio?
The Centurion 45 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 30.4. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Centurion 45 safe for offshore sailing?
The Centurion 45 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.84. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Centurion 45?
The theoretical hull speed of the Centurion 45 is 8.06 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Centurion 45 weigh?
The Centurion 45 has a displacement of 24,250.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 46.17 ft.
Who designed the Centurion 45?
The Centurion 45 was designed by Edward Dubois, first built in 1990.