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Pegasus 50
Designer: Marko Pas  ·  Builder: Pegasus Yachts (Slo)  ·  First built: 2020
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About the Pegasus 50

Slovenian builder Pegasus Yachts introduced this sophisticated 50-footer in 2020, showcasing designer Marko Pas's vision for a high-performance cruising yacht that doesn't compromise on comfort. The composite construction incorporates carbon fiber reinforcement, creating a strong yet lightweight platform that enhances both speed and efficiency under sail. The Pegasus 50's fractional sloop rig and generous sail area of nearly 1,386 square feet deliver impressive performance, with a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 24.67 indicating genuine sailing ability in light to moderate conditions. The innovative tandem keel configuration provides excellent stability and tracking while maintaining reasonable draft for coastal cruising flexibility. Built for serious offshore sailing, this yacht strikes an appealing balance between performance and comfort. The low comfort ratio of 22.42 suggests a sportier motion that active sailors will appreciate, while the capsize screening value of 2.11 confirms solid offshore capability. With a theoretical hull speed exceeding 9 knots and robust 75-horsepower auxiliary power, the Pegasus 50 handles diverse sailing conditions with confidence. The yacht's substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio ensures powerful stability, making it well-suited for extended cruising, ocean passages, and spirited coastal sailing where performance matters as much as comfort.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 49.15 ft / 14.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 46.33 ft / 14.12 m
Beam 15.85 ft / 4.83 m
Max Draft 7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Displacement 27,116.86 lb / 12,300 kg
Ballast 11,023.11 lb / 5,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,385.96 ft² / 128.76 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Tandem keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Composite with carbon fiber
Designer Marko Pas
Builder Pegasus Yachts (SLO)
First Built 2020
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
24.67
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
40.65
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
121.73
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
22.42
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.11
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 9.12 kn
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. 2,623.84 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model D2-75
Engine Type Diesel; Saildrive
Horsepower 75
Fuel Capacity 127 gals / 480 L
Water Capacity 195 gals / 740 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Pegasus 50 ★
49.2 ft
Dehler 46 Sq
49.0 ft
Dufour 470
48.7 ft
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
48.5 ft
LWL
Pegasus 50 ★
46.3 ft
Dehler 46 Sq
42.3 ft
Dufour 470
44.5 ft
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
43.4 ft
Beam
Pegasus 50 ★
15.9 ft
Dehler 46 Sq
14.3 ft
Dufour 470
15.6 ft
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
14.7 ft
Displacement
Pegasus 50 ★
27 lbs
Dehler 46 Sq
25 lbs
Dufour 470
29 lbs
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
24 lbs
Ballast
Pegasus 50 ★
11 lbs
Dehler 46 Sq
7 lbs
Dufour 470
7 lbs
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
Sail Area
Pegasus 50 ★
1 sq ft
Dehler 46 Sq
1 sq ft
Dufour 470
1 sq ft
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Pegasus 50 ★
24.7
Dehler 46 Sq
23.4
Dufour 470
19.6
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
22.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Pegasus 50 ★
40.7 %
Dehler 46 Sq
30.4 %
Dufour 470
26.9 %
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Pegasus 50 ★
22.4
Dehler 46 Sq
25.7
Dufour 470
25.5
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
23.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Pegasus 50 ★
2.11
Dehler 46 Sq
1.95
Dufour 470
2.03
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
2.01
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Pegasus 50 ★
121
Dehler 46 Sq
149
Dufour 470
147
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
135
Hull Speed
Pegasus 50 ★
9.1 kts
Dehler 46 Sq
8.7 kts
Dufour 470
8.9 kts
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
8.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Pegasus 50 ★
Dehler 46 Sq
3.9
Dufour 470
Sun Odyssey 490 Jeanneau
4.0
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