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Frers 45 C
Designer: German Frers  ·  First built: 1989
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About the Frers 45 C

Designed by the renowned Argentinian naval architect Germán Frers, this 45-foot sailboat represents the sophisticated blend of performance and elegance that has made the Frers name synonymous with world-class yacht design. The "C" designation typically indicates a cruising-oriented variant within Frers' extensive portfolio, suggesting this model prioritizes comfort and seaworthiness alongside sailing performance. Frers designs are celebrated for their refined hull forms that deliver exceptional sailing characteristics while maintaining the structural integrity needed for serious offshore work. The Frers 45 C likely features the designer's signature moderate displacement approach, creating a yacht capable of both spirited coastal sailing and extended offshore passages. These boats typically excel in a variety of conditions, offering responsive handling that satisfies performance-minded sailors without sacrificing the stability and interior volume that cruising sailors demand. While detailed specifications remain limited, the Frers pedigree suggests thoughtful engineering throughout, from the hull's refined lines to carefully considered sail plan proportions. Owners of Frers designs consistently praise their boats' sea-kindly motion and ability to maintain speed in varying wind conditions, making this 45-footer an intriguing option for sailors seeking proven design excellence in the competitive mid-size cruising market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 45.00 ft / 13.72 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 35.00 ft / 10.67 m
Beam 13.92 ft / 4.24 m
Max Draft 8.75 ft / 2.67 m
Displacement 20,000.00 lb / 9,072 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 971.00 ft² / 90.21 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
First Built 1989
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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
30
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
21.17
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
24.39
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
2.06
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. 7.93
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
3.05
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) 60.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 17.4
P (Mainsail Luff) 53.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 16.8
SA Fore 522.0
SA Main 449.4
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Frers 45 C ★
45.0 ft
Imx 45
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45.0 ft
Tartan 4400
45.0 ft
LWL
Frers 45 C ★
35.0 ft
Imx 45
39.3 ft
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
37.5 ft
Beam
Frers 45 C ★
13.9 ft
Imx 45
13.6 ft
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
14.1 ft
Displacement
Frers 45 C ★
20 lbs
Imx 45
20 lbs
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
24 lbs
Ballast
Frers 45 C ★
Imx 45
9 lbs
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
9 lbs
Sail Area
Frers 45 C ★
971 sq ft
Imx 45
1 sq ft
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Frers 45 C ★
30 s/nm
Imx 45
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
96 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Frers 45 C ★
21.2
Imx 45
30.1
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Frers 45 C ★
2.06
Imx 45
2.01
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
Hull Speed
Frers 45 C ★
7.9 kts
Imx 45
8.4 kts
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Frers 45 C ★
3.1
Imx 45
4.4
Sun Odyssey 45.1 Jeanneau
Tartan 4400
2.8
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