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Valiant 47
Designer: Robert Perry  ·  Builder: Valiant (Usa)  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Valiant 47

Built by Valiant Yachts, this 47-foot cruising sailboat represents the builder's commitment to creating robust, seaworthy vessels designed for serious offshore sailing. Valiant has long been respected among blue-water cruisers for producing boats that prioritize structural integrity and ocean-going capability over flashy amenities. The Valiant 47 embodies the yard's philosophy of building boats for sailors who venture far from shore. Her design emphasizes the qualities that matter most when crossing oceans: a strong, well-built hull, reliable systems, and a layout that functions well in challenging conditions. The boat's reputation centers on durability and seaworthiness rather than speed or luxury appointments. This model appeals particularly to cruising sailors planning extended offshore passages or circumnavigations. The Valiant name carries weight in blue-water sailing circles, where stories of these boats weathering severe conditions in remote waters have built a loyal following. Owners typically praise the boat's solid construction and ability to handle rough seas with confidence. While perhaps not the fastest or most modern-looking option in its size range, the Valiant 47 offers the peace of mind that comes from proven offshore performance and time-tested design principles.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 47.00 ft / 14.33 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 40.00 ft / 12.19 m
Beam 13.83 ft / 4.22 m
Max Draft 6.25 ft / 1.91 m
Displacement 30,000.00 lb / 13,608 kg
Ballast 11,000.00 lb / 4,990 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Robert Perry
Builder Valiant (USA)
First Built 1981
Last Built 1992
Number Built 17
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
92
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
36.67
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
209.26
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. 11.85 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.30
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,100.00 ft² / 102.19 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Westerbeke
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 58
Fuel Capacity 125 gals / 473 L
Water Capacity 180 gals / 681 L
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