Designed by renowned naval architect Edward Dubois and built by the prestigious French yard Henri Wauquiez, this sophisticated 50-footer represents European craftsmanship at its finest. With only 33 hulls produced between 1990 and 1994, the Centurion 49 has earned recognition as a capable offshore cruiser that doesn't compromise on performance. The Dubois design philosophy shines through in the boat's balanced proportions and modern underbody. Her fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling, while the generous sail area provides spirited performance in light to moderate conditions. The masthead sloop rig offers versatility for both coastal adventures and extended offshore passages. Built during Wauquiez's golden era of fiberglass construction, these boats are known for their solid build quality and attention to detail. The comfort ratio suggests she'll provide a smooth ride in seaway conditions, while her capsize screening value indicates good offshore stability characteristics. With a hull speed approaching 8.5 knots, she offers respectable passage-making ability. This model appeals to sailors seeking a well-built European cruiser capable of serious offshore work while maintaining the performance characteristics that make day sailing equally rewarding.
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What is the Centurion 49's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Centurion 49 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.3. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Centurion 49's comfort ratio?
The Centurion 49 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 30.78. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Centurion 49 safe for offshore sailing?
The Centurion 49 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.87. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Centurion 49?
The theoretical hull speed of the Centurion 49 is 8.50 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Centurion 49 weigh?
The Centurion 49 has a displacement of 30,864.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 50.58 ft.
Who designed the Centurion 49?
The Centurion 49 was designed by Edward Dubois, first built in 1990.