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Cc 46
Designer: C&C Design Group  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1973
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About the Cc 46

Designed as a performance-oriented cruising yacht, this 46-foot sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to blending comfort with sailing capability. The Cc 46 emerged during an era when builders were increasingly focused on creating vessels that could satisfy both the cruising sailor's desire for comfort and the performance enthusiast's need for speed and handling. With its moderate displacement and well-balanced sail plan, this yacht demonstrates versatility across different sailing conditions. The design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness and ease of handling, making it suitable for coastal cruising as well as extended offshore passages. The cockpit layout and deck configuration reflect practical considerations for both short-handed sailing and larger crew operations. While detailed specifications remain limited, the boat's reputation among owners suggests a design that prioritizes sailing performance without sacrificing the creature comforts expected in a yacht of this size. The construction quality and attention to detail typical of this builder's work contributed to the model's standing in the performance cruiser market segment. For sailors seeking a capable vessel that can handle serious cruising while maintaining engaging sailing characteristics, the Cc 46 offers a compelling combination of attributes that have kept examples desirable in the used boat market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 45.58 ft / 13.89 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 38.83 ft / 11.84 m
Beam 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
Max Draft 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Displacement 26,700.00 lb / 12,111 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 939.00 ft² / 87.24 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C Design Group
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1973
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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
16.89
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
33.17
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
1.74
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. 8.35
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
2.65
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. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 58.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 19.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 51.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.3
SA Fore 570.38
SA Main 368.23
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