Nicholson 48

Designed by the renowned team at Camper & Nicholson in collaboration with Raymond Wall, this classic ketch represents British yacht building excellence from the early 1970s. Built by Halmatic in the UK starting in 1972, only 42 of these distinctive vessels were produced, making them relatively rare finds in today's market. The masthead ketch rig configuration provides excellent sail handling options for cruising sailors, allowing for balanced sail combinations in varying conditions. With a displacement of 31,300 pounds and substantial ballast of 10,025 pounds, she offers the stability and seaworthiness expected from a serious offshore cruising yacht. The fin keel with rudder on skeg arrangement delivers good performance while maintaining directional stability. Her generous beam of nearly 13 feet creates spacious accommodations below, while the moderate sail area keeps her manageable for smaller crews. The comfort ratio of 41.79 indicates this yacht prioritizes seakeeping ability over pure speed, making her well-suited for extended offshore passages and comfortable coastal cruising. With a theoretical hull speed of 7.85 knots and proven construction quality typical of Camper & Nicholson designs, the Nicholson 48 remains a respected choice among serious cruising sailors seeking a traditional, well-built yacht capable of handling challenging conditions with grace.

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