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Bavaria Cruiser 49
Designer: J&J Design  ·  Builder: Bavaria Yachts (Ger)  ·  First built: 2003
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About the Bavaria Cruiser 49

Bavaria Yachts introduced the Cruiser 49 as part of their popular cruising line, offering a spacious and comfortable platform for extended coastal and offshore passages. Built between 2003 and 2004, this fractional sloop showcases J&J Design's focus on balancing performance with livability, creating a yacht that appeals to serious cruising sailors seeking both comfort and capability. Measuring just over 50 feet overall with a generous 14.66-foot beam, the Cruiser 49 provides impressive interior volume without sacrificing sailing characteristics. The modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling, while the substantial displacement of 24,200 pounds ensures a stable, seaworthy platform in challenging conditions. The sail area to displacement ratio of 25.5 indicates moderate performance potential, making this yacht well-suited for both relaxed cruising and spirited sailing. Construction features fiberglass with foam core above the waterline, reducing weight aloft while maintaining structural integrity. The comfort ratio of 23.14 suggests excellent motion characteristics at sea, while the capsize screening value of 2.03 indicates good stability for offshore work. Bavaria's reputation for maximizing interior space shines through in this design, making it an attractive option for couples or families planning extended cruising adventures along coastlines or across oceans.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 50.50 ft / 15.39 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 43.00 ft / 13.11 m
Beam 14.66 ft / 4.47 m
Max Draft 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 24,200.00 lb / 10,977 kg
Ballast 8,580.00 lb / 3,892 kg
Ballast Type Cast iron
Sail Area (Reported) 1,328.00 ft² / 123.38 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG with foam core above the waterline
Designer J&J Design
Builder Bavaria Yachts (GER)
First Built 2003
Last Built 2004
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Performance Ratios
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
25.5
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
35.45
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
135.88
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
23.14
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
2.03
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. 8.79 kn
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. 2,252.42 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
Mast Height (DWL) 64.00 ft / 19.51 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model D2-75
Engine Type Diesel Saildrive
Horsepower 75
Fuel Capacity 61 gals / 231 L
Water Capacity 127 gals / 481 L
How It Compares

vs. C50 Bavaria, Oceanis 500 Beneteau, Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau

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Dimensions
LOA
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
50.5 ft
C50 Bavaria
50.2 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
50.2 ft
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
50.2 ft
LWL
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
43.0 ft
C50 Bavaria
43.3 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
43.3 ft
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
43.6 ft
Beam
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
14.7 ft
C50 Bavaria
15.4 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
15.4 ft
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
15.1 ft
Displacement
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
24 lbs
C50 Bavaria
33 lbs
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
32 lbs
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
30 lbs
Ballast
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
8 lbs
C50 Bavaria
11 lbs
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
11 lbs
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
10 lbs
Sail Area
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
1 sq ft
C50 Bavaria
1,119 sq ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
1,054 sq ft
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
1,238 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
25.5
C50 Bavaria
17.3
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
16.6
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
20.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
35.5 %
C50 Bavaria
35.3 %
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
34.3 %
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
35.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
23.1
C50 Bavaria
29.2
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
2.03
C50 Bavaria
1.93
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
135
C50 Bavaria
181
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
176
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
165
Hull Speed
Bavaria Cruiser 49 ★
8.8 kts
C50 Bavaria
8.8 kts
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
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