The Oyster 47 is a deck-saloon bluewater cruiser designed by Holman & Pye as an extended version of the successful Oyster 45. Built by Oyster Yachts in the UK from 2000 to 2004, the 47 added a deeper, more spacious aft lazarette for increased deck storage while retaining the proven rig, keel, and interior layout of the 45. Thirteen hulls were launched, each finished to Oyster's high semi-custom standard with solid joinery, heavy scantlings, and a raised saloon layout optimized for long passages. Oyster 47s remain regular ARC and ARC Europe participants and are prized on the used market for their blend of luxurious accommodation and offshore-proven construction.
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What is the Oyster 47's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Oyster 47 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.99. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Oyster 47's comfort ratio?
The Oyster 47 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 41.61. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Oyster 47 safe for offshore sailing?
The Oyster 47 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.65. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Oyster 47?
The theoretical hull speed of the Oyster 47 is 8.31 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Oyster 47 weigh?
The Oyster 47 has a displacement of 36,500 and a length overall (LOA) of 47.92.
Who designed the Oyster 47?
The Oyster 47 was designed by Holman & Pye, first built in 2000.