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X46
Designer: Niels Jeppesen  ·  Builder: X-Yachts  ·  First built: 2018
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About the X46

Developed by the renowned Danish builder X-Yachts, the X46 represents the brand's commitment to blending performance sailing with refined offshore capability. Known for producing boats that appeal to both serious racers and discerning cruisers, X-Yachts has long held a strong reputation in European sailing circles, and the X46 fits naturally within that tradition. Designed as a versatile performance cruiser, the X46 is well suited to coastal passages and offshore voyages alike, offering the kind of lively sailing dynamics that X-Yachts enthusiasts expect while providing comfortable accommodations for extended time on the water. The hull form reflects the builder's characteristic attention to speed and responsiveness without sacrificing seakeeping qualities in challenging conditions. For buyers researching options in the performance cruiser segment, the X46 is worth serious consideration, particularly for those who want a boat that sails with genuine enthusiasm rather than simply getting from one anchorage to the next. The X-Yachts pedigree brings with it strong build quality and solid resale value, making the X46 an appealing choice for sailors who prioritize both the journey and the destination.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 46.19 ft / 14.08 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 40.45 ft / 12.33 m
Beam 14.01 ft / 4.27 m
Max Draft 7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Displacement 24,030.00 lb / 10,900 kg
Ballast 9,921.00 lb / 4,500 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,135.59 ft² / 105.50 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction Epoxy/foam sand. w/E-glass
Designer Niels Jeppesen
Builder X-Yachts
First Built 2018
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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
21.91
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
26.19
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
1.95
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. 8.52
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
3.79
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) 61.02
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.8
P (Mainsail Luff) 60.04
E (Mainsail Foot) 20.18
ISP (Spinnaker Luff) 65.94
SA Fore 512.57
SA Main 605.8
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