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Creekmore 45
Designer: Ray Creekmore  ·  Builder: Creekmore (Usa)  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Creekmore 45

Designed by Ray Creekmore and built in limited numbers during the 1980s, this substantial cutter-rigged cruiser represents classic American bluewater sailing yacht design. With only 26 hulls produced by Creekmore's own yard, the Creekmore 45 stands as a rare find among serious cruising sailboats. The yacht's long keel configuration and generous displacement of 36,000 pounds create exceptional stability and seaworthiness, making it ideally suited for offshore passages and extended cruising. The substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio ensures excellent stability, while the traditional long keel provides reliable tracking and balanced helm characteristics that experienced sailors appreciate on long voyages. At 46 feet overall with a beam of 12.67 feet, the design offers spacious accommodations without sacrificing sailing performance. The cutter rig provides versatility in varying wind conditions, allowing crews to easily adjust sail combinations for optimal performance and comfort. With a hull speed of 7.87 knots, the boat delivers respectable passage-making capability. The fiberglass construction ensures durability, while the comfort ratio of 49.83 reflects the yacht's motion characteristics in seaway conditions. This combination of thoughtful design, robust construction, and proven seaworthiness makes the Creekmore 45 a compelling choice for serious cruising sailors seeking a capable, well-built vessel for extended voyaging.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 46.00 ft / 14.02 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 34.50 ft / 10.52 m
Beam 12.67 ft / 3.86 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 36,000.00 lb / 16,329 kg
Ballast 16,000.00 lb / 7,257 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Ray Creekmore
Builder Creekmore (USA)
First Built 1981
Number Built 26
Related Sailboats ["Kelly Peterson 46" · "Hans Christian 38" · "Seamaster 46" · "Oceanic 46 Brewer" · "Kaufman 46"]
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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
 156
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
 44.44
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
 391.38
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
 49.83
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
 1.54
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. 7.87 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. 1,561.86 pounds/inch
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Creekmore 45 ★
46.0 ft
Hans Christian 38
46.0 ft
Oceanic 46 Brewer
45.8 ft
Seamaster 46
46.0 ft
LWL
Creekmore 45 ★
34.5 ft
Hans Christian 38
33.0 ft
Oceanic 46 Brewer
36.5 ft
Seamaster 46
40.0 ft
Beam
Creekmore 45 ★
12.7 ft
Hans Christian 38
12.5 ft
Oceanic 46 Brewer
13.5 ft
Seamaster 46
14.3 ft
Displacement
Creekmore 45 ★
36 lbs
Hans Christian 38
27 lbs
Oceanic 46 Brewer
33 lbs
Seamaster 46
33 lbs
Ballast
Creekmore 45 ★
16 lbs
Hans Christian 38
10 lbs
Oceanic 46 Brewer
11 lbs
Seamaster 46
13 lbs
Sail Area
Creekmore 45 ★
—
Hans Christian 38
979 sq ft
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
982 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Creekmore 45 ★
156 s/nm
Hans Christian 38
192 s/nm
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Creekmore 45 ★
—
Hans Christian 38
17.3
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
15.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Creekmore 45 ★
44.4 %
Hans Christian 38
—
Oceanic 46 Brewer
34.3 %
Seamaster 46
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Creekmore 45 ★
49.8
Hans Christian 38
39.9
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
35.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Creekmore 45 ★
1.54
Hans Christian 38
1.66
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
1.78
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Creekmore 45 ★
391
Hans Christian 38
—
Oceanic 46 Brewer
307
Seamaster 46
230
Hull Speed
Creekmore 45 ★
7.9 kts
Hans Christian 38
7.7 kts
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
8.5 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Creekmore 45 ★
—
Hans Christian 38
1.4
Oceanic 46 Brewer
—
Seamaster 46
2.2
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