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Cambria 48
Designer: David Walters  ·  Builder: Cambria  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Cambria 48

With limited technical specifications publicly available, the Cambria 48 represents a relatively obscure entry in the 48-foot sailboat category. This size range typically attracts serious cruising sailors seeking a vessel capable of extended coastal passages and potentially offshore voyaging, suggesting the Cambria 48 was likely designed with blue-water capabilities in mind. Boats of this length generally offer substantial interior volume for comfortable long-term cruising, along with the stability and seaworthiness demanded by experienced sailors planning extended voyages. The 48-foot size class often strikes an appealing balance between manageable handling characteristics and the space needed for serious cruising amenities. Without extensive production records or widespread market presence, the Cambria 48 appears to be among the lesser-known designs in its category. This relative obscurity could present both challenges and opportunities for potential buyers – while parts availability and technical support networks may be limited compared to more popular models, it might also represent good value for sailors willing to research thoroughly and potentially handle more maintenance independently. Prospective buyers should prioritize thorough surveys and seek out existing owners or knowledgeable marine professionals familiar with this particular model's construction and systems.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 48.92 ft / 14.91 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 37.17 ft / 11.33 m
Beam 13.42 ft / 4.09 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 34,500.00 lb / 15,649 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer David Walters
Builder Cambria
First Built 1986
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Performance Ratios
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
299.91
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. 10.69 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 14.30
P (Mainsail Luff) 943.00 ft² / 87.61 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 299.91
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