Built between 1984 and 1990 by the renowned French yard Henri Wauquiez, this Edward Dubois-designed 47-footer represents a sophisticated blend of performance and cruising capability. The Centurion 47's sleek lines and well-balanced proportions reflect Dubois's talent for creating elegant yet purposeful sailing yachts that perform admirably in both coastal and offshore conditions. With a displacement of 30,000 pounds and moderate ballast ratio, the boat strikes an appealing balance between stability and sailing performance. The fin keel with rudder-on-skeg configuration provides good directional control while maintaining reasonable draft for accessing shallow harbors. Her masthead sloop rig carries 1,122 square feet of sail area, delivering respectable performance in varied wind conditions. The Centurion 47's comfort ratio of 31.73 suggests she'll provide a reasonably comfortable motion at sea, while her capsize screening value of 1.89 indicates good offshore capability for serious cruising sailors. Wauquiez's reputation for solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail means these boats have generally aged well, making them attractive options for discerning cruisers seeking a proven design with European build quality and timeless Dubois styling.
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What is the Centurion 47's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Centurion 47 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.67. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Centurion 47's comfort ratio?
The Centurion 47 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 31.73. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Centurion 47 safe for offshore sailing?
The Centurion 47 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.89. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Centurion 47?
The theoretical hull speed of the Centurion 47 is 8.26 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Centurion 47 weigh?
The Centurion 47 has a displacement of 30,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 47.58 ft.
Who designed the Centurion 47?
The Centurion 47 was designed by Edward Dubois, first built in 1984.