The Island Packet 460 is a center-cockpit bluewater cutter designed by Bob Johnson and built by Island Packet Yachts of Largo, Florida beginning in 2007, offering a larger platform than the aft-cockpit 445 with an expanded aft owner''s stateroom and increased tankage for extended offshore voyaging. At 48.75 feet LOA with a displacement of 32,000 pounds and Johnson''s signature full-foil keel profile at a shoal draft of 5 feet, the 460 provides exceptional range and comfort for world cruising while retaining access to shallower anchorages. The 1,148-square-foot cutter rig delivers a sail area/displacement ratio of 18.22, giving the boat more spirited performance than typical of the Island Packet line. The 460 has completed numerous offshore passages and circumnavigations and is regarded as a premier production bluewater cruiser for serious passage-makers.
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What is the Island Packet 460's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Island Packet 460 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.22. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Island Packet 460's comfort ratio?
The Island Packet 460 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 34.29. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Island Packet 460 safe for offshore sailing?
The Island Packet 460 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.81. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Island Packet 460?
The theoretical hull speed of the Island Packet 460 is 8.27 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Island Packet 460 weigh?
The Island Packet 460 has a displacement of 32,000 and a length overall (LOA) of 48.75.
Who designed the Island Packet 460?
The Island Packet 460 was designed by Bob Johnson, first built in 2007.