Designed by Philippe Briand and launched by French builder Jeanneau in 1983, this 45-footer represents classic 1980s cruising philosophy with modern performance characteristics. The Sun Kiss 45 features a fin keel with spade rudder configuration and masthead sloop rig, delivering a balanced combination of sailing performance and cruising comfort that made it popular among serious blue-water sailors. With its 45.08-foot length overall and substantial 25,312-pound displacement, this yacht offers the stability and seaworthiness needed for offshore passages. The fiberglass construction with balsa-cored deck provides both strength and reduced weight aloft, while the generous 14.42-foot beam creates spacious accommodations below. A sail area to displacement ratio of 15.13 indicates respectable performance in light to moderate conditions, though the boat favors comfort over pure speed. The comfort ratio of 28.27 and capsize screening value of 1.97 suggest this is a yacht built for extended cruising rather than coastal day sailing. Philippe Briand's design emphasizes seaworthiness and long-distance capability, making the Sun Kiss 45 well-suited for couples or small crews planning serious coastal and offshore adventures where reliability and comfort matter more than racing performance.
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