Dufour 45E Performance

Main

Appendages
Keel : L-shaped keel (with bulb)
Category
Offshore cruiser-racer sailboat
Construction
GRP (glass reinforced polyester): - Hull: Single skin bottom, sandwich sides and deck: PVC fiberglass polyester vacuum bagged - Deck: Sandwich PVC fiberglass polyester (injection molding process)
Country
France
EC design category
A
First built hull
2010
Helm
Twin helm wheels
Hull type
Monohull
Last built hull
2017
Model
Dufour 45E Performance
Rudder
Single spade rudder
Sailboat builder
Dufour
Sailboat designer
Felci Yachts
Standard public price ex. VAT (indicative only)
About 254 000 € (2016)
Trailerable
No
Unsinkable
No

Dimensions

Ballast type
Cast iron
Ballast weight
3380.0
Beam
4.3
Draft
1.95
Hull length
13.6
Light displacement (MLC)
10917.0
Overall length
13.95
Waterline length
12.16

Sails

E
6.0
Genoa area
59.0
I
16.2
J
5.0
Mainsail area
54.0
Mast configuration
Keel stepped mast
Number of levels of spreaders
2
P
15.74
Rigging type
Sloop Marconi 9/10
Rotating spars
No
Spars construction
Aluminum spars
Spreaders angle
Swept-back
Standing rigging
Dyform discontinuous
Upwind sail area
113.0

Engine

Engine(s)
1 inboard engine
Engine(s) power
55.0
Engines amount
1
Fuel tank capacity
250.0
Fuel type
Diesel

Performance

Ballast ratio
31.0
Critical hull speed
8.46
Displacement-length ratio (DLR)
172.0
Upwind sail area to displacement
22.96

Accomodation

Berth(s)
6
Berth(s) max
10
Cabin(s)
3
Cabin(s) max
4
Cockpit
Closing aft cockpit with opening system
Freshwater tank capacity
570
Head(s)
2

Fore_cabin

Berth length
2.0
Berth width
1.75

Aft_cabin

Berth length
2.02
Berth width
1.46
The Dufour 45E Performance is a sailing yacht designed and manufactured by the French boat builder, Dufour Yachts. It is part of the Performance range, which focuses on combining speed, comfort, and ease of handling.

The Dufour 45E Performance is a sleek and stylish yacht with a modern design. It has a length overall of 13.7 meters (45 feet) and a beam of 4.3 meters (14 feet), providing ample space both on deck and below deck. The yacht features a spacious cockpit with dual helms, allowing for easy maneuverability and excellent visibility.

In terms of performance, the Dufour 45E is designed to be fast and agile. It has a powerful sail plan with a large mainsail and a self-tacking jib, making it easy to handle even with a small crew. The yacht also features a deep keel and a balanced hull shape, ensuring stability and good upwind performance.

Below deck, the Dufour 45E Performance offers a comfortable and luxurious living space. The interior is well-appointed with high-quality materials and finishes. It features a spacious saloon with a dining area and a well-equipped galley. The yacht can accommodate up to six guests in three cabins, including a master cabin with an ensuite bathroom.

Overall, the Dufour 45E Performance is a high-performance sailing yacht that offers a perfect balance between speed, comfort, and ease of handling. It is suitable for both cruising and racing, making it a popular choice among sailing enthusiasts.

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