AKELA 50

About the AKELA 50

6 boats were built : 2 in Wood epoxy (Agrion shipyard in Belgium and MC2 in France), 4 in aluminum (Yard Alumarine). Individual owner options made each deck and interior unique. Also built with either fin or lifting keel. Light displacement: 6,700 kg / 14,771 lbs. Max load displacement: 8,300 kg / 18,300 lbs. Sail area: -Main: 56 m² / 602.8 ft² -Genoa: 81 m² / 871.9 ft²

The Akela 50 is a rare, large-displacement cruising sloop designed by George Auzépy-Brenneur and built by Agrion, MC2 Shipyard, and Alumarine. With only 6 hulls built in 1988, this vessel represents a unique entry in the late-1980s European market, combining substantial beam with a moderate draft.

Best for:

This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and couples seeking a spacious, stable liveaboard with a comfortable motion, as indicated by its high comfort ratio of 17.25. Its significant beam and interior volume make it ideal for those prioritizing living space over high-performance racing.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 15696.91 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.08, the Akela 50 exhibits strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for offshore passages. Its fin keel and masthead sloop rig provide reliable performance, though its age and limited production run require careful verification of structural integrity.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Jeanneau 50 and Beneteau 50 from the same era, which offer similar beam and interior volume but often with different rigging configurations. The Akela distinguishes itself with its specific Auzépy-Brenneur hull form and heavier displacement relative to its length.