Designed by the renowned team of Botin & Carkeek and built by Premier Composite Technologies in Dubai, this 45-footer represents a compelling blend of performance cruising and racing capabilities. The carbon/epoxy sandwich construction delivers exceptional strength-to-weight ratios, while the lifting keel configuration provides remarkable versatility for exploring shallow waters and accessing anchorages typically off-limits to deeper-draft vessels. With its fractional sloop rig and impressive sail area-to-displacement ratio of 27.32, the Premier 45 offers spirited performance that will satisfy sailors seeking both competitive racing potential and fast passage-making. The lifting keel drafts 9.02 feet when fully deployed, providing excellent upwind performance and stability, yet can be raised significantly to access shallow cruising grounds throughout the Caribbean, Bahamas, or similar destinations. The boat's relatively low comfort ratio of 19.55 reflects its performance-oriented nature, suggesting a design optimized for speed rather than heavy cruising amenities. However, the reasonable displacement of 17,712 pounds and substantial ballast ratio indicate good stability characteristics. First launched in 2013, this model represents modern sailing technology with the practical advantages of shoal-draft exploration, making it particularly appealing to performance-minded cruisers who refuse to compromise on sailing ability.
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What is the Premier 45's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Premier 45 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 27.32. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Premier 45's comfort ratio?
The Premier 45 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 19.55. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Premier 45 safe for offshore sailing?
The Premier 45 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.09. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Premier 45?
The theoretical hull speed of the Premier 45 is 8.73 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Premier 45 weigh?
The Premier 45 has a displacement of 17,712.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 45.01 ft.
Who designed the Premier 45?
The Premier 45 was designed by Botin & Carkeek, first built in 2013.