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Fuji 45
Designer: John G Alden Inc.  ·  Builder: Fuji Yacht Builders (Jap)  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Fuji 45

With limited documentation available, the Fuji 45 represents one of the more elusive designs in the cruising sailboat market, making it a challenging vessel to research for prospective buyers. What information does exist suggests this was likely a performance-oriented cruiser designed during the era when Japanese boat builders were establishing their reputation for quality construction and innovative design approaches. The scarcity of detailed specifications points to either a limited production run or a boat that didn't achieve widespread market penetration, which can present both opportunities and challenges for today's buyers. On one hand, finding parts and documentation may prove difficult, while on the other hand, discovering one in good condition could represent excellent value for sailors seeking something distinctive. Given the typical design philosophy of Japanese builders from this period, the Fuji 45 was likely engineered with an emphasis on seaworthiness and build quality, making it potentially suitable for serious coastal cruising and possibly offshore passages. The 45-foot length suggests adequate interior volume for extended cruising while maintaining reasonable handling characteristics. Prospective buyers should conduct thorough surveys and research individual vessel histories carefully, given the limited available data about this model's specific characteristics and common issues.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 45.00 ft / 13.72 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.00 ft / 10.06 m
Beam 12.67 ft / 3.86 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 30,500.00 lb / 13,835 kg
Ballast 8,750.00 lb / 3,969 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Staysail Ketch
Construction FG-foam cored hull-balsa deck
Designer John G Alden Inc.
Builder Fuji Yacht Builders (JAP)
First Built 1976
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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
120
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
28.69
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
378.89
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. 8.96 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.41
P (Mainsail Luff) 997.00 ft² / 92.62 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Westerbeke
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 60
Fuel Capacity 140 gals / 530 L
Water Capacity 250 gals / 946 L
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