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Swan 57Cc Frers
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor (Fin)  ·  First built: 1990
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About the Swan 57Cc Frers

German Frers' design expertise shines through in this exclusive Swan 57Cc, representing the pinnacle of Finnish craftsmanship from Nautor's legendary boatyard. Built between 1990 and 1997 with only five hulls completed, this fiberglass yacht embodies the rare combination of performance and luxury that defines the Swan marque. The 57Cc's masthead sloop rig and fin keel configuration with spade rudder deliver exceptional sailing performance, while her generous beam provides impressive interior volume and stability. Her SA/Displacement ratio of 15.57 indicates spirited performance in moderate conditions, making her equally capable for serious offshore cruising and competitive racing. The conservative comfort ratio of 46.35 suggests a vessel designed for extended passages rather than coastal day sailing. Frers' hull design creates an elegant profile that's unmistakably Swan, combining the aesthetic appeal that made these yachts coveted worldwide with the structural integrity needed for ocean crossings. The limited production run adds to her exclusivity and collectible status among discerning sailors. With a theoretical hull speed approaching nine knots and the robust construction standards Nautor is renowned for, the Swan 57Cc represents a compelling choice for sailors seeking a refined blend of performance, comfort, and prestige in blue-water sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 57.00 ft / 17.37 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 42.87 ft / 13.07 m
Beam 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
Max Draft 7.20 ft / 2.19 m
Displacement 52,030.00 lb / 23,600 kg
Ballast 19,910.00 lb / 9,031 kg
Ballast Type Lead
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 (FIN)
First Built 1990
Last Built 1997
Number Built 5
Related Sailboats Swan 56 · Oyster 56 · Baltic 58 · Xp 55 · Oyster 55
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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
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
 38.27
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
 294.81
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
 46.35
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
 1.61
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 kn
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. 2,297.69 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Perkins Sabre
Engine Model M135
Engine Type Deisel
Fuel Capacity 164 gals / 621 L
Water Capacity 232 gals / 878 L
How It Compares

vs. Baltic 58, Oyster 55, Oyster 56, Swan 56, Xp 55

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Dimensions
LOA
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
57.0 ft
Baltic 58
58.5 ft
Oyster 55
56.3 ft
Oyster 56
57.3 ft
Swan 56
57.5 ft
Xp 55
56.5 ft
LWL
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
42.9 ft
Baltic 58
47.6 ft
Oyster 55
45.4 ft
Oyster 56
47.5 ft
Swan 56
49.5 ft
Xp 55
48.8 ft
Beam
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
15.0 ft
Baltic 58
16.6 ft
Oyster 55
15.8 ft
Oyster 56
16.2 ft
Swan 56
15.5 ft
Xp 55
15.7 ft
Displacement
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
52 lbs
Baltic 58
41 lbs
Oyster 55
51 lbs
Oyster 56
57 lbs
Swan 56
43 lbs
Xp 55
37 lbs
Ballast
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
19 lbs
Baltic 58
18 lbs
Oyster 55
13 lbs
Oyster 56
17 lbs
Swan 56
13 lbs
Xp 55
14 lbs
Sail Area
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
1 sq ft
Baltic 58
1 sq ft
Oyster 55
1 sq ft
Oyster 56
1 sq ft
Swan 56
1 sq ft
Xp 55
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
15.6
Baltic 58
21.6
Oyster 55
18.6
Oyster 56
15.3
Swan 56
19.5
Xp 55
27.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
38.3 %
Baltic 58
43.2 %
Oyster 55
—
Oyster 56
—
Swan 56
31.9 %
Xp 55
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
46.4
Baltic 58
30.3
Oyster 55
41.2
Oyster 56
43.2
Swan 56
33.2
Xp 55
28.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
1.61
Baltic 58
1.91
Oyster 55
1.70
Oyster 56
1.68
Swan 56
1.78
Xp 55
1.88
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
294
Baltic 58
173
Oyster 55
—
Oyster 56
—
Swan 56
158
Xp 55
—
Hull Speed
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
8.8 kts
Baltic 58
9.2 kts
Oyster 55
9.0 kts
Oyster 56
9.2 kts
Swan 56
9.4 kts
Xp 55
9.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Swan 57Cc Frers ★
—
Baltic 58
3.6
Oyster 55
—
Oyster 56
—
Swan 56
3.6
Xp 55
—
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