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Swan 55Cc Frers
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor  ·  First built: 1990
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About the Swan 55Cc Frers

Bearing the prestigious Swan name and shaped by the renowned design talents of German Frers, the 55Cc represents a compelling blend of offshore performance and refined cruising capability. Swan yachts, built by the Finnish yard Nautor, have long carried a reputation for exceptional build quality, attention to detail, and the kind of seakeeping ability that inspires confidence far from shore. As a larger bluewater-capable vessel, the 55Cc is well suited to extended offshore passages, coastal cruising, and competitive club racing alike. Frers' design influence typically brings a balanced, elegant hull form that rewards capable crews with responsive handling while remaining manageable for experienced cruising couples. Swan yachts of this era are frequently praised for their robust construction, high-quality deck hardware, and interiors that prioritize both comfort and functionality on long passages. For buyers researching bluewater options, the Swan 55Cc Frers occupies a respected tier of the market — a yacht that holds its value well and carries a loyal following. While detailed specifications are limited, the pedigree alone makes this a boat worth investigating thoroughly for anyone serious about serious sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 54.98 ft / 16.76 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 42.87 ft / 13.07 m
Beam 15.92 ft / 4.85 m
Max Draft 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Displacement 52,000.00 lb / 23,587 kg
Ballast 19,900.00 lb / 9,026 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,350.00 ft² / 125.42 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Nautor
First Built 1990
Last Built 1997
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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
15.57
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
43.35
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
1.71
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. 8.77
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
1.47
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. 2.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 62.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.3
P (Mainsail Luff) 50.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 20.5
SA Fore 629.3
SA Main 517.63
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
55.0 ft
Baltic 55 Dp
55.0 ft
Hylas 55
55.4 ft
Swan 54
54.1 ft
LWL
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
42.9 ft
Baltic 55 Dp
47.4 ft
Hylas 55
45.8 ft
Swan 54
47.2 ft
Beam
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
15.9 ft
Baltic 55 Dp
16.1 ft
Hylas 55
15.8 ft
Swan 54
15.6 ft
Displacement
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
52 lbs
Baltic 55 Dp
38 lbs
Hylas 55
47 lbs
Swan 54
48 lbs
Ballast
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
19 lbs
Baltic 55 Dp
16 lbs
Hylas 55
20 lbs
Swan 54
18 lbs
Sail Area
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
1 sq ft
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
Swan 54
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
15.6
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
Swan 54
18.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
Baltic 55 Dp
41.8 %
Hylas 55
42.4 %
Swan 54
37.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
43.4
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
38.1
Swan 54
39.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
1.71
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
1.75
Swan 54
1.71
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
Baltic 55 Dp
161
Hylas 55
219
Swan 54
205
Hull Speed
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
8.8 kts
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
9.1 kts
Swan 54
9.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Swan 55Cc Frers ★
1.5
Baltic 55 Dp
Hylas 55
Swan 54
2.6
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