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Pj 48
Designer: Sparkman & Stephens  ·  Builder: Nautor (Fin)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Pj 48

Designed as a serious offshore cruising yacht, the PJ 48 represents the kind of capable, purposeful sailing vessel that appeals to experienced sailors looking to cover meaningful miles in comfort and confidence. Built with bluewater passages in mind, this boat carries the hallmarks of a well-considered cruiser intended for those who prioritize seakeeping ability and long-range capability over racing performance or daysailing convenience. While detailed specifications for this model are limited in available records, the 48-foot length places it firmly in the category of capable, liveaboard-friendly cruising yachts — large enough to accommodate extended passages and multiple crew, yet manageable for a small team or experienced couple. Boats of this class and era typically offer generous interior volume, a robust build, and a hull form that balances stability with reasonable passage-making speed. For prospective buyers researching the PJ 48, tracking down the original builder's documentation or connecting with current owners through sailing forums would be a worthwhile step toward uncovering the full picture of what this yacht has to offer.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 48.08 ft / 14.65 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 39.00 ft / 11.89 m
Beam 13.58 ft / 4.14 m
Max Draft 7.80 ft / 2.38 m
Displacement 34,000.00 lb / 15,422 kg
Ballast 14,000.00 lb / 6,350 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Sparkman & Stephens
Builder Nautor (FIN)
First Built 1971
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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
41.18
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
255.88
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. 11.35 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.80
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,032.00 ft² / 95.88 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 255.88
How It Compares

vs. Hinckley 48, New York Yacht Club 48 Ss, Tartan 48

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Dimensions
LOA
Pj 48 ★
48.1 ft
Hinckley 48
48.3 ft
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
47.8 ft
Tartan 48
48.0 ft
LWL
Pj 48 ★
39.0 ft
Hinckley 48
34.2 ft
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
36.2 ft
Tartan 48
36.0 ft
Beam
Pj 48 ★
13.6 ft
Hinckley 48
13.0 ft
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
13.8 ft
Tartan 48
14.0 ft
Displacement
Pj 48 ★
34 lbs
Hinckley 48
36 lbs
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
34 lbs
Tartan 48
28 lbs
Ballast
Pj 48 ★
14 lbs
Hinckley 48
10 lbs
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
17 lbs
Tartan 48
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Pj 48 ★
Hinckley 48
108 s/nm
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
Tartan 48
80 s/nm
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Pj 48 ★
41.2 %
Hinckley 48
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
50.9 %
Tartan 48
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Pj 48 ★
255
Hinckley 48
New York Yacht Club 48 Ss
322
Tartan 48
272
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