Designed by renowned Argentine naval architect German Frers and built by Taiwan's Queen Long Marine, this elegant 54-footer represents a sophisticated blend of performance and cruising comfort. Since entering production in 2011, the Hylas 56 has established itself as a serious blue-water cruiser capable of handling extended offshore passages while maintaining the speed and handling characteristics that make coastal sailing enjoyable. The fiberglass construction features a fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration, providing excellent upwind performance and maneuverability in tight quarters. With a masthead sloop rig carrying 1,821 square feet of sail area and a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 21.51, this boat delivers respectable performance without sacrificing the stability needed for ocean crossings. The moderate displacement of 50,200 pounds, paired with 20,020 pounds of ballast, creates a reassuring platform for serious cruising. Frers' design philosophy shines through in the boat's balanced proportions and seaworthy characteristics. The comfort ratio of 40.5 indicates a motion that won't punish the crew during long passages, while the capsize screening formula of 1.72 falls well within accepted parameters for offshore sailing, making this an excellent choice for ambitious cruising couples or families.
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What is the Hylas 56's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Hylas 56 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.51. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Hylas 56's comfort ratio?
The Hylas 56 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 40.5. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Hylas 56 safe for offshore sailing?
The Hylas 56 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.72. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Hylas 56?
The theoretical hull speed of the Hylas 56 is 9.09 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Hylas 56 weigh?
The Hylas 56 has a displacement of 50,200.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 54.08 ft.
Who designed the Hylas 56?
The Hylas 56 was designed by German Frers, first built in 2011.