Launched in 1992, this French-built cruiser from renowned designer Jean Berret represents Dufour's commitment to combining performance with comfort in their flagship models. The hull's moderate displacement of 29,762 pounds paired with 9,500 pounds of ballast creates a balanced platform that's equally at home on coastal passages or extended offshore voyages. Jean Berret's design philosophy shines through in the fin keel and spade rudder configuration, delivering responsive handling without sacrificing stability. The masthead sloop rig carries 1,291 square feet of sail area efficiently, while the SA/Displacement ratio of 21.6 suggests respectable sailing performance in moderate conditions. With a theoretical hull speed of 8.68 knots, she'll maintain good progress under sail while offering the security serious cruisers demand. The comfort ratio of 28.09 indicates a motion that favors stability over quick, jerky movements—ideal for long-distance cruising where crew comfort matters. Her capsize screening formula of 1.96 falls within acceptable ranges for offshore work, though like most cruising designs of this era, she's best suited for experienced crews on extended passages. The reliable 60-horsepower auxiliary provides adequate power for maneuvering in tight quarters or motoring in calm conditions.
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What is the Dufour 48 Prestige's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Dufour 48 Prestige has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.6. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Dufour 48 Prestige's comfort ratio?
The Dufour 48 Prestige has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 28.09. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Dufour 48 Prestige safe for offshore sailing?
The Dufour 48 Prestige has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.96. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Dufour 48 Prestige?
The theoretical hull speed of the Dufour 48 Prestige is 8.68 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Dufour 48 Prestige weigh?
The Dufour 48 Prestige has a displacement of 29,762.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 48.00 ft.
Who designed the Dufour 48 Prestige?
The Dufour 48 Prestige was designed by Jean Berret, first built in 1992.