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Sweden Yachts 52

Masthead Sloop · Fin W/Spade Rudder

Designed by Peter Norlin And Jens Östmann · Built by Sweden Yachts · First built 1996

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LOA 52.03 ft  ·  Beam 14.27 ft  ·  Displacement 33,840.96 lb  ·  Sail Area 1,636.11 ft²  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Fin W/Spade Rudder
About the Sweden Yachts 52 Sailboat

Crafted by the renowned Swedish builder Sweden Yachts, the 52 represents the upper end of a brand long celebrated for blending Scandinavian design sensibility with serious offshore capability. Sweden Yachts built a strong reputation throughout the latter decades of the twentieth century for producing well-finished, performance-oriented cruising yachts that appealed to discerning sailors who refused to compromise between comfort and seakeeping ability. The 52 carries forward those core values, offering a hull designed with blue-water passages in mind while remaining refined enough for extended coastal cruising and liveaboard use. Sweden Yachts vessels are generally known for their high-quality joinery, thoughtful deck layouts, and balanced sail plans that make them manageable for short-handed crews without sacrificing liveliness under sail. For buyers researching a capable offshore cruiser with a respected pedigree, the Sweden Yachts 52 deserves serious consideration. Those interested in this model are encouraged to seek out individual vessel surveys and connect with the Sweden Yachts owner community, where firsthand experience can fill in details that limited documentation may not fully capture.

Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 52.03 ft / 15.86 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 41.34 ft / 12.60 m
Beam 14.27 ft / 4.35 m
Max Draft 8.53 ft / 2.60 m
Displacement 33,840.96 lb / 15,350 kg
Ballast 13,227.74 lb / 6,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,636.11 ft² / 152.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG with balsa core
Designer Peter Norlin and Jens Östmann
Builder Sweden Yachts
First Built 1996
Last Built 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sweden Yachts 52's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Sweden Yachts 52 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 25.13. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Sweden Yachts 52's comfort ratio?

The Sweden Yachts 52 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 34.07. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Sweden Yachts 52 safe for offshore sailing?

The Sweden Yachts 52 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.77. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Sweden Yachts 52?

The theoretical hull speed of the Sweden Yachts 52 is 8.62 knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Sweden Yachts 52 weigh?

The Sweden Yachts 52 has a displacement of 33,840.96 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 52.03 ft.

Who designed the Sweden Yachts 52?

The Sweden Yachts 52 was designed by Peter Norlin And Jens Östmann, first built in 1996.