BREWER 46

About the BREWER 46

Never actually sold as BREWER 46, a name that was only used later by owners and brokers. Instead it was originally sold as the PAN OCEANIC 46, SEASTAR 46 (built in the Phillipines), and later still, MAO TA 46.

The Brewer 46 is a heavy-displacement cruising yacht designed by Ted Brewer and built by Mao Ta Shipyard in Taiwan, with production records indicating a single build year of 1985. As a rare vessel with an unknown total hull count, it represents a specific era of offshore-oriented design characterized by its substantial 42,000 lb displacement and full keel configuration.

Best for:

This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and conservative bluewater voyagers who prioritize seakeeping comfort and stability over high-speed performance. Its cutter rig and heavy displacement make it particularly well-matched for owners seeking a safe, stable platform for extended passages.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 42,000.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.56, and a comfort ratio of 50.41, the Brewer 46 exhibits strong inherent stability and motion comfort suitable for offshore passages. Its full/long keel design further enhances directional stability, making it a capable bluewater cruiser despite its limited production history.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other Ted Brewer designs from the mid-1980s, such as the Brewer 42 or Brewer 50, which share similar full-keel, heavy-displacement characteristics. It also aligns with other Taiwanese-built cruisers of the era that emphasized robust construction and offshore safety over planing capabilities.