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Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  Builder: Jeanneau (Fra)  ·  First built: 1999
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About the Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau

Jeanneau's Sun Odyssey 47 represents a compelling blend of cruising comfort and sailing performance that has attracted sailors seeking capable coastal and offshore adventures. This mid-sized cruiser embodies the French builder's philosophy of creating accessible yet sophisticated sailing yachts that don't compromise on either livability or sailing characteristics. Built with Jeanneau's reputation for quality construction and thoughtful design, the Sun Odyssey 47 features the clean lines and balanced proportions typical of the respected Sun Odyssey range. The boat's design prioritizes ease of handling while maintaining the sailing performance that serious cruisers demand for extended passages and weekend coastal exploration. Known for spacious accommodations below deck, this model offers the kind of comfortable living spaces that make extended cruising genuinely enjoyable. The cockpit layout emphasizes both sailing efficiency and relaxation, with well-positioned winches and controls that allow for manageable short-handed sailing. The Sun Odyssey 47 appeals particularly to couples and small crews planning serious coastal cruising or those considering their first venture into offshore sailing. Its combination of Jeanneau's proven construction methods and user-friendly sailing characteristics makes it a practical choice for experienced sailors seeking comfort without sacrificing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 47
LWL (Waterline Length) 40.68 ft / 12.40 m
Beam 14.44 ft / 4.40 m
Max Draft 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Displacement 28,660 lb / 13,000 kg
Ballast 10,141 lb / 4,600 kg
Ballast Type Cast Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 1152 ft² / 107.02 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
Builder Jeanneau (FRA)
First Built 1999
Last Built 2006
Number Built 40
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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
19.64
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
35.38
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
190.06
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. 12.59 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 21.81
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,205.56 ft² / 112.00 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Diesel
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Jeanneau
Engine Model Sun Odyssey 47
Fuel Capacity 55 gals / 210 L
Water Capacity 153 gals / 580 L
How It Compares

vs. Beneteau 461, Catalina 470, First 477 Beneteau, Hylas 47, Swan 46 Mkii

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Dimensions
LOA
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
47.0 ft
Beneteau 461
46.6 ft
Catalina 470
47.0 ft
First 477 Beneteau
47.0 ft
Hylas 47
46.8 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
47.1 ft
LWL
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
40.7 ft
Beneteau 461
39.4 ft
Catalina 470
41.0 ft
First 477 Beneteau
41.3 ft
Hylas 47
37.8 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
37.8 ft
Beam
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
14.4 ft
Beneteau 461
14.0 ft
Catalina 470
14.2 ft
First 477 Beneteau
14.8 ft
Hylas 47
14.3 ft
Swan 46 Mkii
14.4 ft
Displacement
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
28 lbs
Beneteau 461
20 lbs
Catalina 470
27 lbs
First 477 Beneteau
25 lbs
Hylas 47
35 lbs
Swan 46 Mkii
31 lbs
Ballast
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
10 lbs
Beneteau 461
7 lbs
Catalina 470
10 lbs
First 477 Beneteau
8 lbs
Hylas 47
14 lbs
Swan 46 Mkii
11 lbs
Sail Area
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
1,152 sq ft
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
1,010 sq ft
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
1 sq ft
Swan 46 Mkii
978 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
102 s/nm
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
93 s/nm
Swan 46 Mkii
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
19.6
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
17.9
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
15.8
Swan 46 Mkii
15.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
35.4 %
Beneteau 461
35.8 %
Catalina 470
40.0 %
First 477 Beneteau
33.3 %
Hylas 47
Swan 46 Mkii
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
38.9
Swan 46 Mkii
34.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
1.75
Swan 46 Mkii
1.83
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
190
Beneteau 461
153
Catalina 470
174
First 477 Beneteau
160
Hylas 47
Swan 46 Mkii
Hull Speed
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
8.2 kts
Swan 46 Mkii
8.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Sun Odyssey 47 Jeanneau ★
Beneteau 461
Catalina 470
First 477 Beneteau
Hylas 47
1.7
Swan 46 Mkii
2.0
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