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Baltic 47
Designer: Judel/Vrolijk  ·  Builder: Baltic Yachts (Fin)  ·  First built: 1994
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About the Baltic 47

Designed by the renowned German duo Judel/Vrolijk and built by Finland's prestigious Baltic Yachts, this sophisticated 47-footer represents the pinnacle of 1990s performance cruising design. With only nine hulls constructed between 1994 and 2001, the Baltic 47 stands as an exclusive example of high-end European craftsmanship combined with cutting-edge naval architecture. The yacht's impressive sail area-to-displacement ratio of 22.24 reveals its performance-oriented DNA, while the deep fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration delivers exceptional upwind ability and responsive handling. At 24,692 pounds displacement with nearly half dedicated to ballast, this masthead sloop offers the stability needed for serious offshore passages while maintaining the acceleration that made Baltic Yachts famous among racing enthusiasts. The moderate comfort ratio of 26.02 suggests a design optimized more for speed than lounging, typical of Baltic's racing heritage, yet the thoughtful proportions and quality construction make extended cruising entirely feasible. The low capsize screening value of 1.98 indicates excellent seaworthiness for offshore work. Built during Baltic's golden era of performance cruisers, the 47 embodies the builder's philosophy of combining regatta-winning speed with blue-water capability.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 47.75 ft / 14.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 39.50 ft / 12.04 m
Beam 14.42 ft / 4.40 m
Max Draft 8.67 ft / 2.64 m
Displacement 24,692.00 lb / 11,200 kg
Ballast 10,141.00 lb / 4,600 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 1,174.00 ft² / 109.07 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Judel/Vrolijk
Builder Baltic Yachts (FIN)
First Built 1994
Last Built 2001
Number Built 9
Related Sailboats ["X 482" · "J/145" · "Baltic 48 Dp" · "Swan 46 Mkii" · "Cr 470"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 24
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 22.24
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 41.07
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 178.86
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 26.02
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 1.98
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 8.42 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 3.59
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 2,035.21 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 22.24
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 65.29 ft / 19.90 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.37 ft / 5.60 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 57.41 ft / 17.50 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 20.01 ft / 6.10 m
SA Fore 599.69 ft² / 55.71 m²
SA Main 574.39 ft² / 53.36 m²
SA Total (100%) 1,174.08 ft² / 109.08 m²
Est. Forestay Length 67.83 ft / 20.67 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 4JH2
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 88
Fuel Capacity 53 gals / 201 L
Water Capacity 106 gals / 401 L
How It Compares

vs. Baltic 48 Dp, J/145, Swan 46 Mkii

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Dimensions
LOA
Baltic 47 ★
47.8 ft
Baltic 48 Dp
48.1 ft
J/145
47.9 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
47.1 ft
LWL
Baltic 47 ★
39.5 ft
Baltic 48 Dp
38.6 ft
J/145
41.0 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
37.8 ft
Beam
Baltic 47 ★
14.4 ft
Baltic 48 Dp
14.3 ft
J/145
14.2 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
14.4 ft
Displacement
Baltic 47 ★
24 lbs
Baltic 48 Dp
26 lbs
J/145
26 lbs
Swan 46 Mkii
31 lbs
Ballast
Baltic 47 ★
10 lbs
Baltic 48 Dp
11 lbs
J/145
11 lbs
Swan 46 Mkii
11 lbs
Sail Area
Baltic 47 ★
1 sq ft
Baltic 48 Dp
1 sq ft
J/145
1,020 sq ft
Swan 46 Mkii
978 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Baltic 47 ★
24 s/nm
Baltic 48 Dp
48 s/nm
J/145
—
Swan 46 Mkii
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Baltic 47 ★
22.2
Baltic 48 Dp
20.4
J/145
16.5
Swan 46 Mkii
15.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Baltic 47 ★
41.1 %
Baltic 48 Dp
—
J/145
42.3 %
Swan 46 Mkii
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Baltic 47 ★
26.0
Baltic 48 Dp
28.7
J/145
35.9
Swan 46 Mkii
34.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Baltic 47 ★
1.98
Baltic 48 Dp
1.92
J/145
1.54
Swan 46 Mkii
1.83
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Baltic 47 ★
178
Baltic 48 Dp
—
J/145
172
Swan 46 Mkii
—
Hull Speed
Baltic 47 ★
8.4 kts
Baltic 48 Dp
8.3 kts
J/145
11.0 kts
Swan 46 Mkii
8.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Baltic 47 ★
3.6
Baltic 48 Dp
3.0
J/145
—
Swan 46 Mkii
2.0
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