Designed by renowned naval architect German Frers and built by Finland's prestigious Nautor shipyard, this elegant 57-footer represents the pinnacle of performance cruising from the late 1990s and early 2000s. With only 46 hulls completed during its ten-year production run, the Swan 56 exemplifies the builder's commitment to exclusivity and craftsmanship. The yacht's sophisticated fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration delivers exceptional sailing performance, while the masthead sloop rig provides versatility for both spirited coastal sailing and serious offshore passages. Her fiberglass construction incorporates Nautor's legendary build quality, ensuring structural integrity for demanding blue water voyaging. At 43,000 pounds displacement with 13,700 pounds of ballast, she strikes an ideal balance between stability and performance. The generous sail area of 1,492 square feet translates to impressive light-air capabilities, while her low comfort ratio of 33.23 indicates a relatively stiff, performance-oriented design that won't sacrifice speed for comfort. This Swan appeals to experienced sailors seeking a fast, capable yacht for serious cruising or competitive sailing. Her pedigree makes her equally at home racing around the buoys or crossing oceans, embodying the Finnish builder's philosophy of uncompromising performance wrapped in timeless elegance.
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What is the Swan 56's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Swan 56 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.53. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Swan 56's comfort ratio?
The Swan 56 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 33.23. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Swan 56 safe for offshore sailing?
The Swan 56 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.78. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Swan 56?
The theoretical hull speed of the Swan 56 is 9.43 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Swan 56 weigh?
The Swan 56 has a displacement of 43,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 57.51 ft.
Who designed the Swan 56?
The Swan 56 was designed by German Frers, first built in 1996.