Rob Humphreys designed this capable 44-footer for Slovenia's Elan Marine in 2000, creating a well-balanced cruiser that has earned respect among sailors seeking performance without sacrificing comfort. Built with solid fiberglass construction, the Elan 45 features a modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling and good upwind performance. With a displacement of 23,479 pounds and ballast ratio providing excellent stability, this masthead sloop strikes an appealing balance between cruising comfort and sailing ability. The boat's sail area to displacement ratio of 18.63 indicates spirited performance in moderate conditions, while the comfort ratio of 27.92 suggests she'll provide a reasonably comfortable motion at sea. Her capsize screening value of 1.92 falls within acceptable parameters for coastal and offshore passages. The Elan 45 excels as a family cruiser capable of extended coastal voyaging and occasional offshore passages. Her spacious 13.75-foot beam provides generous interior volume, while the 50-horsepower engine offers reliable auxiliary power. The design represents Elan's focus on creating practical, seaworthy vessels that appeal to cruising sailors who don't want to sacrifice sailing performance for comfort.
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What is the Elan 45's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Elan 45 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.63. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Elan 45's comfort ratio?
The Elan 45 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.92. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Elan 45 safe for offshore sailing?
The Elan 45 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.92. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Elan 45?
The theoretical hull speed of the Elan 45 is 8.23 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Elan 45 weigh?
The Elan 45 has a displacement of 23,479.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 44.03 ft.
Who designed the Elan 45?
The Elan 45 was designed by Rob Humphreys, first built in 2000.