Designed by German Frers and built by Finland's prestigious Nautor shipyard from 1983 to 1997, this elegant 47-footer represents the quintessential blend of performance cruising and refined aesthetics that made Swan yachts legendary. With 109 hulls launched during its 14-year production run, the Swan 46 established itself as a serious offshore cruiser capable of spirited sailing in all conditions. The fin keel and spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling and impressive windward ability, while the masthead sloop rig provides versatile sail handling options for both coastal and bluewater passages. At 31,300 pounds displacement with 11,400 pounds of ballast, she offers the stability and sea-kindly motion essential for extended offshore voyaging, yet remains nimble enough for competitive sailing. Frers' design philosophy shines through in the boat's balanced proportions and seaworthy hull form. The fiberglass construction meets Nautor's exacting standards, ensuring durability for decades of serious sailing. With a comfort ratio of 34.09, the Swan 46 strikes an ideal balance between performance and livability, making her equally suited for transoceanic passages or spirited coastal cruising. Her reputation for build quality and sailing characteristics has kept resale values strong among discerning sailors seeking a proven offshore platform.
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What is the Swan 46's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Swan 46 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.82. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Swan 46's comfort ratio?
The Swan 46 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 34.09. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Swan 46 safe for offshore sailing?
The Swan 46 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.83. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Swan 46?
The theoretical hull speed of the Swan 46 is 8.24 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Swan 46 weigh?
The Swan 46 has a displacement of 31,300.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 47.08 ft.
Who designed the Swan 46?
The Swan 46 was designed by German Frers, first built in 1983.