BESTEVAER 49ST

About the BESTEVAER 49ST

Due to builder customization, numbers can vary. Available with a cutter rig. Fuel tank varies depending on customization. Range from 640 to 920 liters.

The Bestevaer 49ST is a heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by Dykstra Naval Architects and built by KM Boatbuilders, with production records indicating builds in 2009. This vessel combines a fractional sloop rig with a fin keel, resulting in a displacement of 37479.0 lb and a beam of 14.44 ft, creating a stable platform favored by serious cruisers.

Best for:

This boat is ideally suited for experienced bluewater cruisers and liveaboards who prioritize seaworthiness and comfort over high-speed performance, as evidenced by the high frequency of watermaker, solar panel, and bow thruster installations.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 37479.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.73, and a comfort ratio of 35.78, the 49ST exhibits strong offshore stability and motion comfort, making it well-suited for extended passages despite its moderate sail area to displacement ratio of 16.17.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other Dykstra designs like the Bestevaer 42 or 52, as well as heavy-displacement European cruisers such as the Hallberg-Rassy 42 or Swan 42, sharing similar fractional rigs, fin keels, and emphasis on offshore safety.