ANDROMEDA 48
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 48 ft |
| LWL | 40 ft |
| Beam | 14.5 ft |
| Draft | 6.5 ft |
| Displacement | 38,000 lb |
| Ballast | 19,000 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
About the ANDROMEDA 48
LOA incl. bow sprit: 54.0' Similar to another Bingham design called CHRISTINA. 2 boats molded in Korea and finished in USA. (construction supervised by designer). Unknown number of others from this design built of FG or ferro-cement. Thanks to 'Bill O' for providing information.
The Andromeda 48 is a substantial ketch designed by Bruce Bingham and built in 1976. With a displacement of 38000.0 lb and a beam of 14.5 ft, it represents a significant investment in heavy-displacement cruising comfort, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified in available records.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize motion comfort and stability over high-speed performance, particularly those who appreciate the balanced handling characteristics of a masthead ketch rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 265.07 and a capsize ratio of 1.73, the Andromeda 48 exhibits strong offshore suitability, offering excellent stability and resistance to capsizing in heavy weather conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 41 and the Tartan 41, as they share similar heavy-displacement philosophies and ketch configurations from the mid-1970s that prioritize seakeeping and long-term durability.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the ANDROMEDA 48 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 48ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the ANDROMEDA 48yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a ANDROMEDA 48? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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