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Ct 48
Designer: Robert Perry  ·  Builder: Ta Chaio Shipbuilding Co. (Taiwan)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Ct 48

Limited documentation surrounds this substantial sailing yacht, making the Ct 48 something of an enigma in the sailing world. While comprehensive specifications remain elusive, the 48-foot length suggests a vessel designed for serious coastal and potentially offshore sailing applications. Given the size category, this sailboat would likely appeal to sailors seeking substantial accommodations for extended cruising adventures. Boats of this length typically offer generous interior layouts with multiple cabins, making them suitable for families or couples planning long-distance voyages. The displacement and sail area would presumably provide enough power to handle challenging conditions while maintaining comfortable motion at sea. Without detailed performance data available, prospective buyers should expect characteristics typical of mid-sized cruising sailboats: reasonable sailing performance balanced with comfort and liveability. The limited information available makes thorough research essential for anyone considering this model. Potential owners would benefit from seeking out existing owners or marine surveyors familiar with the design to understand its strengths, weaknesses, and overall sailing characteristics. This research gap emphasizes the importance of hands-on evaluation and professional inspection when considering any vessel with limited documented specifications.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 48.00 ft / 14.63 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 37.50 ft / 11.43 m
Beam 14.50 ft / 4.42 m
Max Draft 6.33 ft / 1.93 m
Displacement 40,000.00 lb / 18,144 kg
Ballast 14,000.00 lb / 6,350 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Staysail Ketch
Construction FG
Designer Robert Perry
Builder Ta Chaio Shipbuilding Co. (TAIWAN)
First Built 1988
Related Sailboats Nicholson 48 · Endeavour 43 · Durbeck 50 · Alden 50 · Comet 15
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Performance Ratios
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
35.0
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
338.62
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. 11.65 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.41
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.75 ft / 5.72 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,122.00 ft² / 104.24 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Perkins
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 85
Fuel Capacity 160 gals / 606 L
Water Capacity 200 gals / 757 L
How It Compares

vs. Alden 50, Comet 15, Durbeck 50, Endeavour 43, Nicholson 48

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Ct 48 ★
48.0 ft
Alden 50
50.3 ft
Comet 15
47.9 ft
Durbeck 50
50.8 ft
Endeavour 43
45.3 ft
Nicholson 48
47.7 ft
LWL
Ct 48 ★
37.5 ft
Alden 50
37.1 ft
Comet 15
40.7 ft
Durbeck 50
39.7 ft
Endeavour 43
35.0 ft
Nicholson 48
34.3 ft
Beam
Ct 48 ★
14.5 ft
Alden 50
13.5 ft
Comet 15
14.1 ft
Durbeck 50
13.8 ft
Endeavour 43
14.0 ft
Nicholson 48
12.9 ft
Displacement
Ct 48 ★
40 lbs
Alden 50
38 lbs
Comet 15
29 lbs
Durbeck 50
46 lbs
Endeavour 43
33 lbs
Nicholson 48
31 lbs
Ballast
Ct 48 ★
14 lbs
Alden 50
16 lbs
Comet 15
11 lbs
Durbeck 50
16 lbs
Endeavour 43
12 lbs
Nicholson 48
10 lbs
Sail Area
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
1 sq ft
Endeavour 43
Nicholson 48
746 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
102 s/nm
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
Endeavour 43
132 s/nm
Nicholson 48
120 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
19.9
Endeavour 43
Nicholson 48
12.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Ct 48 ★
35.0 %
Alden 50
42.9 %
Comet 15
37.0 %
Durbeck 50
34.3 %
Endeavour 43
36.4 %
Nicholson 48
32.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
50.7
Endeavour 43
Nicholson 48
41.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
1.54
Endeavour 43
Nicholson 48
1.64
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Ct 48 ★
338
Alden 50
332
Comet 15
197
Durbeck 50
333
Endeavour 43
343
Nicholson 48
345
Hull Speed
Ct 48 ★
Alden 50
Comet 15
Durbeck 50
8.4 kts
Endeavour 43
Nicholson 48
7.9 kts
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