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Swan 48 3 Frers
Designer: Germán Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor (Fin)  ·  First built: 2019
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About the Swan 48 3 Frers

Emerging from one of sailing's most storied lineages, the Swan 48 3 Frers represents the collaborative excellence of Nautor's Swan and legendary designer Germán Frers. Swan yachts have long held a reputation for combining breathtaking aesthetics with serious offshore capability, and this model carries that tradition with distinction. Built for sailors who refuse to compromise between performance and comfort, the Swan 48 is equally at home on bluewater passages as it is competing on the racing circuit. Frers' design philosophy is evident throughout the boat's lines — clean, purposeful, and elegantly proportioned. Swan's Finnish craftsmanship ensures a build quality that rewards serious offshore sailing, with the kind of fit and finish that holds up across demanding ocean miles. The result is a yacht that appeals to experienced sailors seeking a capable bluewater cruiser-racer with genuine pedigree. For those researching a used Swan 48 3 Frers, availability tends to be limited given the devoted ownership culture surrounding Swan yachts. Prospective buyers should anticipate strong resale values and a passionate community of fellow owners — hallmarks of any vessel wearing the Swan emblem.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 51.77 ft / 15.78 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 45.54 ft / 13.88 m
Beam 15.06 ft / 4.59 m
Max Draft 7.87 ft / 2.40 m
Displacement 33,069.00 lb / 15,000 kg
Ballast 11,464.00 lb / 5,200 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & dual rudders
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP
Designer Germán Frers
Builder Nautor (FIN)
First Built 2019
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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
34.67
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
156.31
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. 14.7 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 23.43
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.57 ft / 5.66 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,502.64 ft² / 139.60 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 75
Fuel Capacity 95 gals / 360 L
Water Capacity 132 gals / 500 L
How It Compares

vs. Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau, Xc 50, Xp 50

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Dimensions
LOA
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
51.8 ft
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
52.2 ft
Xc 50
51.2 ft
Xp 50
51.1 ft
LWL
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
45.5 ft
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
45.6 ft
Xc 50
44.3 ft
Xp 50
43.7 ft
Beam
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
15.1 ft
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
16.4 ft
Xc 50
15.1 ft
Xp 50
14.5 ft
Displacement
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
33 lbs
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
39 lbs
Xc 50
35 lbs
Xp 50
29 lbs
Ballast
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
11 lbs
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
13 lbs
Xc 50
15 lbs
Xp 50
12 lbs
Sail Area
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
1,399 sq ft
Xc 50
1 sq ft
Xp 50
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
19.2
Xc 50
20.3
Xp 50
27.4
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
34.7 %
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
35.0 %
Xc 50
44.9 %
Xp 50
41.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
30.8
Xc 50
31.8
Xp 50
28.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
1.93
Xc 50
1.84
Xp 50
1.87
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
156
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
186
Xc 50
181
Xp 50
160
Hull Speed
Swan 48 3 Frers ★
Oceanis 51.1 Beneteau
9.1 kts
Xc 50
8.9 kts
Xp 50
8.9 kts
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