Fresh from Dufour Yachts' French shipyard, this newest addition to their acclaimed cruising line represents the brand's continued evolution in performance-oriented family sailing. Launched in 2024 with naval architecture by Felci Design, the 48 builds upon Dufour's reputation for creating boats that balance comfort with spirited sailing characteristics. At just over 50 feet overall, this fractional sloop configuration delivers impressive versatility for both coastal cruising and offshore passages. The modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder setup provides excellent upwind performance, while the generous sail area of 1,248 square feet ensures strong performance across all wind conditions. With a SA/Displacement ratio of 20.49, sailors can expect responsive handling without sacrificing the stability needed for extended cruising. The boat's comfort ratio of 27.57 and capsize screening value of 2.04 indicate a design well-suited for serious coastal and offshore cruising, offering reassuring seaworthiness for families and couples planning extended voyages. The GRP construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance, while the 60-horsepower engine provides reliable auxiliary power for marina maneuvering and calm-weather motoring. This represents Dufour's commitment to creating sophisticated cruising platforms that don't compromise on sailing performance.
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What is the Dufour 48's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Dufour 48 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.49. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Dufour 48's comfort ratio?
The Dufour 48 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.57. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Dufour 48 safe for offshore sailing?
The Dufour 48 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.04. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Dufour 48?
The theoretical hull speed of the Dufour 48 is 8.49 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Dufour 48 weigh?
The Dufour 48 has a displacement of 30,644.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 50.16 ft.
Who designed the Dufour 48?
The Dufour 48 was designed by Felci Design, first built in 2024.