The Ovni 42 is an aluminum lifting-keel cruising sailboat built by Alubat of France, part of the builder''s long-running OVNI series of expedition-capable bluewater yachts. Like all OVNI models, the 42 features a centerboard and lifting rudder that allow her to dry out upright on a beach or tidal flat — a design philosophy unique in the production cruising world. Construction throughout is marine-grade aluminum, making her exceptionally durable for high-latitude and coastal cruising where fiberglass boats face serious risk. The lifting keel also provides versatile draft management, enabling access to shallow anchorages denied to conventional deep-keel cruisers of comparable size.
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What is the Ovni 42's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Ovni 42 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.97. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Ovni 42's comfort ratio?
The Ovni 42 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 23.31. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Ovni 42 safe for offshore sailing?
The Ovni 42 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.06. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Ovni 42?
The theoretical hull speed of the Ovni 42 is 7.93 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Ovni 42 weigh?
The Ovni 42 has a displacement of 18,000 and a length overall (LOA) of 41.90.
Who designed the Ovni 42?
The Ovni 42 was designed by Philippe Briand, first built in 1995.