The Elan Impression 434 is a mid-sized deck-saloon cruising sailboat designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan Yachts in Slovenia from 2005 to 2008. Part of Elan's Impression range aimed at family and charter cruising, the 434 pairs a blister-style coachroof and raised saloon with a modern Humphreys hull form for good passage performance. Twin wheels, a four-cabin layout option, and generous below-deck volume made her attractive to charter operators throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean. The 434 is a common ARC and ARC Europe entry, prized for her combination of modern sailing manners, accommodation, and reasonable cost of ownership.
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What is the Elan Impression 434's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Elan Impression 434 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.1. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Elan Impression 434's comfort ratio?
The Elan Impression 434 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 28.65. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Elan Impression 434 safe for offshore sailing?
The Elan Impression 434 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.9. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Elan Impression 434?
The theoretical hull speed of the Elan Impression 434 is 8.21 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Elan Impression 434 weigh?
The Elan Impression 434 has a displacement of 23,980 and a length overall (LOA) of 43.75.
Who designed the Elan Impression 434?
The Elan Impression 434 was designed by Rob Humphreys, first built in 2005.