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Baltic 55 Dp
Designer: Doug Peterson  ·  Builder: Baltic Yachts (Fin)  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Baltic 55 Dp

Renowned Finnish yacht builder Baltic Yachts developed the 55 Dp as part of their distinguished lineup of high-performance sailing vessels, continuing the yard's legacy of combining Nordic craftsmanship with cutting-edge design. This sophisticated sailboat represents Baltic's commitment to creating yachts that excel in both performance and luxury cruising applications. Built with Baltic's signature attention to detail and premium construction methods, the 55 Dp features the advanced composite construction techniques that have made the Finnish shipyard a preferred choice among discerning sailors worldwide. The design emphasizes the perfect balance between speed and comfort, making it well-suited for serious offshore cruising and competitive sailing. Like other vessels in Baltic's fleet, the 55 Dp benefits from the yard's extensive experience in building boats capable of handling demanding conditions, from Baltic Sea passages to ocean crossings. The yacht's design philosophy reflects Baltic's understanding that modern sailors demand both exhilarating performance and refined accommodations. With its pedigree from one of Europe's most respected yacht builders, the Baltic 55 Dp appeals to sailors seeking a vessel that can deliver exceptional sailing characteristics while maintaining the comfort standards expected from a premium cruising yacht.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 55.00 ft / 16.76 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 47.38 ft / 14.44 m
Beam 16.14 ft / 4.92 m
Max Draft 7.17 ft / 2.19 m
Displacement 38,580.00 lb / 17,500 kg
Ballast 16,140.00 lb / 7,321 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Doug Peterson
Builder Baltic Yachts (FIN)
First Built 1984
Last Built 1989
Number Built 9
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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
30
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
41.84
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
161.93
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. 16.39 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 20.62
J (Foretriangle Base) 22.08 ft / 6.73 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,465.00 ft² / 136.10 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 125
Fuel Capacity 142 gals / 538 L
Water Capacity 193 gals / 731 L
How It Compares

vs. Baltic 52, Swan 56, Swan 57Cc Frers

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Dimensions
LOA
Baltic 55 Dp ★
55.0 ft
Baltic 52
52.5 ft
Swan 56
57.5 ft
Swan 57Cc Frers
57.0 ft
LWL
Baltic 55 Dp ★
47.4 ft
Baltic 52
43.1 ft
Swan 56
49.5 ft
Swan 57Cc Frers
42.9 ft
Beam
Baltic 55 Dp ★
16.1 ft
Baltic 52
15.4 ft
Swan 56
15.5 ft
Swan 57Cc Frers
15.0 ft
Displacement
Baltic 55 Dp ★
38 lbs
Baltic 52
31 lbs
Swan 56
43 lbs
Swan 57Cc Frers
52 lbs
Ballast
Baltic 55 Dp ★
16 lbs
Baltic 52
13 lbs
Swan 56
13 lbs
Swan 57Cc Frers
19 lbs
Sail Area
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
1 sq ft
Swan 56
1 sq ft
Swan 57Cc Frers
1 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
30 s/nm
Baltic 52
15 s/nm
Swan 56
Swan 57Cc Frers
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
20.9
Swan 56
19.5
Swan 57Cc Frers
15.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
41.8 %
Baltic 52
41.4 %
Swan 56
31.9 %
Swan 57Cc Frers
38.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
28.1
Swan 56
33.2
Swan 57Cc Frers
46.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
1.95
Swan 56
1.78
Swan 57Cc Frers
1.61
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
161
Baltic 52
177
Swan 56
158
Swan 57Cc Frers
294
Hull Speed
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
8.8 kts
Swan 56
9.4 kts
Swan 57Cc Frers
8.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Baltic 55 Dp ★
Baltic 52
3.5
Swan 56
3.6
Swan 57Cc Frers
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