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Swan 77
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor (Fin)  ·  First built: 1992
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About the Swan 77

Crafted by the prestigious Finnish shipyard Nautor's Swan, the Swan 77 sits firmly in the upper echelon of performance cruising yachts. Renowned for blending thoroughbred sailing capability with exceptional build quality, this vessel carries forward the Swan legacy that has earned the brand a devoted following among serious offshore sailors worldwide. Like other yachts in the Swan lineup, the 77 is designed to perform with authority in blue-water passages while offering the comfort and refinement expected by discerning cruising families. Nautor's Swan has long been associated with meticulous Finnish craftsmanship, and the 77 reflects that heritage through its robust construction, polished deck hardware, and carefully considered interior appointments. This is a yacht suited to extended offshore passages, transatlantic crossings, and high-latitude adventures, yet equally capable of turning heads in a Mediterranean marina. Its size places it in a category where experienced crews can push the boat hard in demanding conditions without sacrificing the luxurious onboard experience that defines the Swan brand. For buyers seeking a serious bluewater cruiser with genuine pedigree, the Swan 77 represents a compelling choice worth thorough investigation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 78.77 ft / 24.01 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 60.30 ft / 18.38 m
Beam 19.68 ft / 6.00 m
Max Draft 11.15 ft / 3.40 m
Displacement 112,435.00 lb / 51,000 kg
Ballast 39,683.00 lb / 18,000 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Nautor (FIN)
First Built 1992
Last Built 2003
Number Built 10
Related Sailboats Swan 80 2 S · Oyster 745 · Baltic 73 · Swan 76 Dh · Cnb 78
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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
35.29
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
228.93
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. 25.43 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 19.40
J (Foretriangle Base) 29.86 ft / 9.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 2,811.00 ft² / 261.15 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Perkins
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 220
Fuel Capacity 459 gals / 1,738 L
Water Capacity 462 gals / 1,749 L
How It Compares

vs. Baltic 73, Cnb 78, Oyster 745, Swan 76 Dh, Swan 80 2 S

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Dimensions
LOA
Swan 77 ★
78.8 ft
Baltic 73
73.2 ft
Cnb 78
78.5 ft
Oyster 745
74.6 ft
Swan 76 Dh
76.3 ft
Swan 80 2 S
82.3 ft
LWL
Swan 77 ★
60.3 ft
Baltic 73
60.7 ft
Cnb 78
72.8 ft
Oyster 745
65.7 ft
Swan 76 Dh
61.3 ft
Swan 80 2 S
72.8 ft
Beam
Swan 77 ★
19.7 ft
Baltic 73
18.0 ft
Cnb 78
20.0 ft
Oyster 745
19.4 ft
Swan 76 Dh
19.0 ft
Swan 80 2 S
20.0 ft
Displacement
Swan 77 ★
112 lbs
Baltic 73
77 lbs
Cnb 78
105 lbs
Oyster 745
118 lbs
Swan 76 Dh
105 lbs
Swan 80 2 S
79 lbs
Ballast
Swan 77 ★
39 lbs
Baltic 73
29 lbs
Cnb 78
27 lbs
Oyster 745
Swan 76 Dh
29 lbs
Swan 80 2 S
39 lbs
Sail Area
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
2 sq ft
Cnb 78
3 sq ft
Oyster 745
3 sq ft
Swan 76 Dh
2 sq ft
Swan 80 2 S
3 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
22.0
Cnb 78
23.6
Oyster 745
19.9
Swan 76 Dh
17.6
Swan 80 2 S
28.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Swan 77 ★
35.3 %
Baltic 73
38.6 %
Cnb 78
Oyster 745
Swan 76 Dh
Swan 80 2 S
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
39.3
Cnb 78
40.5
Oyster 745
51.9
Swan 76 Dh
49.0
Swan 80 2 S
30.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
1.70
Cnb 78
1.70
Oyster 745
1.58
Swan 76 Dh
1.61
Swan 80 2 S
1.86
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Swan 77 ★
228
Baltic 73
154
Cnb 78
Oyster 745
Swan 76 Dh
Swan 80 2 S
Hull Speed
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
10.4 kts
Cnb 78
11.4 kts
Oyster 745
10.9 kts
Swan 76 Dh
10.5 kts
Swan 80 2 S
11.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Swan 77 ★
Baltic 73
4.0
Cnb 78
4.5
Oyster 745
Swan 76 Dh
2.4
Swan 80 2 S
6.3
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