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Valiant 50
Designer: Robert Perry  ·  Builder: Valiant (Usa)  ·  First built: 1994
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About the Valiant 50

Built during Valiant Yachts' golden era of bluewater cruising design, this substantial 50-footer represents the builder's commitment to creating serious offshore passage-makers. Valiant earned its reputation by producing robust, well-balanced sailboats that could handle extended ocean crossings while maintaining comfortable living spaces below decks. Drawing from the same design philosophy that made smaller Valiant models legendary among circumnavigators, the 50 combines traditional seaworthiness with practical cruising amenities. The hull design emphasizes stability and sea-kindly motion over raw speed, making long passages more comfortable for crew and equipment alike. Her construction reflects the era's emphasis on solid fiberglass work and reliable systems integration. This model appeals primarily to serious cruising sailors planning extended coastal and offshore voyages. The spacious interior accommodates extended live-aboard periods, while the deck layout facilitates single-handed or short-handed sailing. Like other Valiants, the 50 has found favor among couples and small crews seeking a dependable platform for ambitious cruising plans. While detailed specifications remain limited, the Valiant 50's reputation rests on proven ocean-crossing capability and the builder's consistent focus on creating boats that prioritize safety and comfort over cutting-edge performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 50.67 ft / 15.44 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 40.25 ft / 12.27 m
Beam 13.83 ft / 4.22 m
Max Draft 6.25 ft / 1.91 m
Displacement 35,500.00 lb / 16,103 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 1994
Last Built 2011
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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
102
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
30.99
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
243.04
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. 11.93 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.41
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,036.00 ft² / 96.25 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Westerbeke
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 63
Fuel Capacity 156 gals / 591 L
Water Capacity 207 gals / 784 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Valiant 50 ★
50.7 ft
Alden 50
50.3 ft
Little Harbor 51
50.6 ft
Tatoosh 51
50.6 ft
LWL
Valiant 50 ★
40.3 ft
Alden 50
37.1 ft
Little Harbor 51
41.0 ft
Tatoosh 51
42.1 ft
Beam
Valiant 50 ★
13.8 ft
Alden 50
13.5 ft
Little Harbor 51
15.3 ft
Tatoosh 51
15.4 ft
Displacement
Valiant 50 ★
35 lbs
Alden 50
38 lbs
Little Harbor 51
45 lbs
Tatoosh 51
44 lbs
Ballast
Valiant 50 ★
11 lbs
Alden 50
16 lbs
Little Harbor 51
18 lbs
Tatoosh 51
14 lbs
Sail Area
Valiant 50 ★
Alden 50
Little Harbor 51
1 sq ft
Tatoosh 51
1 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Valiant 50 ★
102 s/nm
Alden 50
102 s/nm
Little Harbor 51
Tatoosh 51
120 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Valiant 50 ★
Alden 50
Little Harbor 51
15.3
Tatoosh 51
15.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Valiant 50 ★
31.0 %
Alden 50
42.9 %
Little Harbor 51
Tatoosh 51
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Valiant 50 ★
Alden 50
Little Harbor 51
42.8
Tatoosh 51
39.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Valiant 50 ★
Alden 50
Little Harbor 51
1.71
Tatoosh 51
1.75
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Valiant 50 ★
243
Alden 50
332
Little Harbor 51
Tatoosh 51
Hull Speed
Valiant 50 ★
Alden 50
Little Harbor 51
8.6 kts
Tatoosh 51
8.7 kts
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