Question 1

What are the specs of the ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

The ALPHA 48 has the following specifications: 48ft LOA, 13.58ft beam, 6.33ft draft, 43,000lb displacement, 12,001.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the ALPHA 48 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Adriatic Yachts (USA), first built in 1980.

Question 3

Is the ALPHA 48 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ALPHA 48 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 51.11, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.55, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

The ALPHA 48 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.71, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 378.98, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ALPHA 48 is estimated at $4.7K – $13K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a ALPHA 48 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ALPHA 48 (48ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.7K – $13K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 48ft boat: Florida: $8,600-$23,000/year. California: $8,100-$20,200/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,800/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,400/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,400/year. Washington: $6,900-$15,000/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,400/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $43K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ALPHA 48 (48ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,600-$23,000/year. California: $8,100-$20,200/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,800/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,400/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,400/year. Washington: $6,900-$15,000/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,400/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,400/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the ALPHA 48 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the ALPHA 48.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ALPHA 48?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ALPHA 48, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the ALPHA 48 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the ALPHA 48 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ALPHA 48 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 48ft LOA, comfort ratio 51.11, capsize ratio 1.55, SA/disp 15.71. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	48 ft
LWL	37 ft
Beam	13.58 ft
Draft	6.33 ft/ 4.25 ft min
Displacement	43,000 lb
Ballast	12,001.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

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