BAVARIA 46 CRUISER (2005-2009)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 46.58 ft |
| LWL | 40 ft |
| Beam | 14.25 ft |
| Draft | 6.08 ft |
| Displacement | 24,250 lb |
| Ballast | 7,694.1 lb |
| Material | 44’ 7”13.6 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 3 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 3 |
| Water | 95.1 L |
| Fuel | 55.5 L |
| CE category | About187 000€(2020) |
About the BAVARIA 46 CRUISER (2005-2009)
Deep draft option: 6.75ft / 2.05m.
The Bavaria 46 Cruiser, designed by J&J Design and built by Bavaria Yachts (GER) from 2005–2009, offers a spacious fractional sloop layout with a displacement of 24250.0 lb. While specific hull production numbers are not definitively recorded in the source data, the model is characterized by its 46.58 ft LOA and 14.25 ft beam, providing a comfortable cruising platform.
- Best for:
- This vessel is well-suited for coastal cruisers and families seeking a spacious, easy-to-handle boat, as evidenced by the high frequency of bow thruster additions (5 mentions) and bimini installations (2 mentions) reported by owners.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a moderate displacement of 24250.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.97, and a comfort ratio of 25.96, the boat is capable of offshore passages, though its fin keel and relatively light ballast ratio suggest it is optimized more for coastal cruising than heavy-weather bluewater voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 and the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 46.2, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beam widths around 14 feet, and target the same market of comfortable, performance-oriented coastal cruisers.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(33 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.9 | 6.0 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| 60° | 5.4 | 6.5 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.5 |
| 75° | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| 90° | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 110° | 5.0 | 6.3 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 5.9 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.2 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.4 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.4 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 2.9 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 8.1 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 46.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the BAVARIA 46 CRUISER (2005-2009), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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