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Diva 45
Designer: Bernt Lindquist  ·  Builder: Fabola Boats  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Diva 45

Designed as a performance-oriented cruising yacht, the Diva 45 represents a thoughtful balance between sailing capability and onboard comfort. This mid-sized sailboat appeals to sailors seeking a vessel that can handle both coastal cruising adventures and longer passages with confidence. The Diva 45's design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness without sacrificing the amenities that make extended time aboard enjoyable. Her moderate proportions suggest a boat that prioritizes stability and predictable handling characteristics over extreme performance, making her well-suited for couples or small crews planning extended cruising itineraries. While detailed specifications remain limited, the 45-foot length places this yacht in the sweet spot for serious cruising sailors who want enough space for comfortable living aboard while maintaining manageable sailing characteristics. The Diva 45 likely features the kind of robust construction and thoughtful layout that experienced cruisers appreciate for offshore passages. Sailors considering the Diva 45 will find a yacht that appears designed for those who take their sailing seriously, whether exploring coastal waters or embarking on blue-water adventures. Her reputation suggests a boat built for sailors who value reliability and seakeeping ability over pure speed.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 41.17 ft / 12.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.58 ft / 11.15 m
Beam 12.67 ft / 3.86 m
Max Draft 7.70 ft / 2.35 m
Displacement 15,432.00 lb / 7,000 kg
Ballast 7,054.00 lb / 3,200 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 880.00 ft² / 81.75 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bernt Lindquist
Builder Fabola Boats
First Built 1985
Last Built 1990
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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
22.8
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
21.36
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
2.04
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. 8.1
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
4.32
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) 51.51
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.42
P (Mainsail Luff) 53.48
E (Mainsail Foot) 18.05
SA Fore 397.14
SA Main 482.66
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