The Island Packet 445 is a large full-keel bluewater cutter designed by Bob Johnson and built by Island Packet Yachts of Largo, Florida beginning in 2004, representing one of the builder''s flagship offshore designs. At 45.67 feet LOA with a displacement of 34,500 pounds and 12,800 pounds of lead ballast, the 445 embodies the Island Packet philosophy of heavy displacement, full-keel reliability, and low maintenance for world cruising. The cutter rig with 1,074 square feet of sail, Johnson''s patented full-foil keel profile, and solid fiberglass hull construction give the boat exceptional offshore capability and ease of handling for a small crew. The 445''s spacious interior with four-plus berths, large tankage, and generous stowage made it a popular choice for extended liveaboard cruising and offshore passages.
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What is the Island Packet 445's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Island Packet 445 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.21. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Island Packet 445's comfort ratio?
The Island Packet 445 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 37.82. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Island Packet 445 safe for offshore sailing?
The Island Packet 445 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.76. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Island Packet 445?
The theoretical hull speed of the Island Packet 445 is 8.27 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Island Packet 445 weigh?
The Island Packet 445 has a displacement of 34,500 and a length overall (LOA) of 45.67.
Who designed the Island Packet 445?
The Island Packet 445 was designed by Bob Johnson, first built in 2004.