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M 46 Holland
Designer: Ron Holland  ·  Builder: Mabi Yachts (Swe)  ·  First built: 2006
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About the M 46 Holland

Holland's M 46 represents a sophisticated approach to performance cruising, emerging from a Dutch shipyard renowned for engineering precision and seaworthiness. This 46-footer strikes an impressive balance between comfortable cruising capabilities and spirited sailing performance, making it equally at home on coastal waters or extended offshore passages. Built with Holland's characteristic attention to structural integrity, the M 46 features robust construction that inspires confidence in challenging conditions. The design emphasizes practical sailing qualities over flashy aesthetics, reflecting the Dutch maritime tradition of form following function. Her hull lines suggest good directional stability and efficient passage-making abilities, while the cockpit layout prioritizes both sailing efficiency and crew comfort. The M 46 appeals particularly to experienced sailors seeking a capable bluewater cruiser that doesn't sacrifice performance for comfort. Her reputation centers on reliability and seaworthiness rather than racing credentials, though she's certainly no slouch under sail. The interior accommodations reflect European sensibilities with efficient space utilization and quality joinery work. For sailors considering serious coastal cruising or ocean passages, the M 46 Holland offers the kind of proven design philosophy that has made Dutch-built yachts respected worldwide among discerning cruising sailors.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 46.59 ft / 14.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.42 ft / 11.10 m
Beam 11.98 ft / 3.65 m
Max Draft 6.73 ft / 2.05 m
Displacement 23,148.54 lb / 10,500 kg
Ballast 8,818.49 lb / 4,000 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Headroom 6.40 ft / 1.95 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional (9/10) Sloop
Construction GRP/Divinycell cored, vinylester infused
Designer Ron Holland
Builder Mabi Yachts (SWE)
First Built 2006
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Performance Ratios
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
38.1
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
213.92
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. 9.35 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 22.14
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,119.45 ft² / 104.00 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 55
Fuel Capacity 53 gals / 200 L
Water Capacity 95 gals / 360 L
How It Compares

vs. Cc 48 Custom, Elite 45, Macintosh 47, Moody 47, Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau

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Dimensions
LOA
M 46 Holland ★
46.6 ft
Cc 48 Custom
48.2 ft
Elite 45
45.9 ft
Macintosh 47
47.2 ft
Moody 47
46.5 ft
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
47.4 ft
LWL
M 46 Holland ★
36.4 ft
Cc 48 Custom
39.0 ft
Elite 45
36.1 ft
Macintosh 47
40.0 ft
Moody 47
38.8 ft
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
37.3 ft
Beam
M 46 Holland ★
12.0 ft
Cc 48 Custom
13.7 ft
Elite 45
14.1 ft
Macintosh 47
14.3 ft
Moody 47
14.7 ft
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
14.4 ft
Displacement
M 46 Holland ★
23 lbs
Cc 48 Custom
28 lbs
Elite 45
22 lbs
Macintosh 47
30 lbs
Moody 47
27 lbs
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
25 lbs
Ballast
M 46 Holland ★
8 lbs
Cc 48 Custom
12 lbs
Elite 45
8 lbs
Macintosh 47
12 lbs
Moody 47
11 lbs
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
10 lbs
Sail Area
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
1 sq ft
Elite 45
1 sq ft
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
813 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
19.2
Elite 45
23.6
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
15.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
M 46 Holland ★
38.1 %
Cc 48 Custom
45.4 %
Elite 45
40.0 %
Macintosh 47
42.0 %
Moody 47
40.0 %
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
32.0
Elite 45
25.7
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
27.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
1.80
Elite 45
2.01
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
1.96
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
M 46 Holland ★
213
Cc 48 Custom
211
Elite 45
209
Macintosh 47
212
Moody 47
210
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
218
Hull Speed
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
8.4 kts
Elite 45
8.1 kts
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
8.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
M 46 Holland ★
Cc 48 Custom
2.8
Elite 45
Macintosh 47
Moody 47
Sun Kiss 47 Jeanneau
2.3
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