CAYENNE 12.5
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.17 ft |
| LWL | 33.5 ft |
| Beam | 8.86 ft |
| Draft | 6.67 ft |
| Displacement | 15,160 lb |
| Ballast | 6,524.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 51.8 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.4 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 755.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 334.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 569 sq ft |
About the CAYENNE 12.5
TALL RIG I: 46.00' / 14.02m J: 15.30' / 4.66m P: 51.80' / 15.79m E: 16.40' / 5.00m SA(Fore.): 351.90 ft2 / 32.69 m2 SA(Main): 424.76 ft2 / 39.46 m2 Sail Area (100% fore+main triangles): 776.66 ft2 / 72.15 m2 Sail Area/Disp.2: 20.41 Est. Forestay Length.: 48.48' / 14.78m
Designed by Håkan Södergren and built by Comfortabator Ab (SWE), the Cayenne 12.5 is a fractional sloop with a production run starting in 1982. With a displacement of 15160.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 35.79, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and stability for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for weekend trips or short offshore passages, given its moderate displacement and fractional rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.43 and a D/L ratio of 180.02, the Cayenne 12.5 is capable of offshore cruising, though its fin keel and moderate displacement suggest it is best suited for protected waters or moderate offshore conditions rather than extreme bluewater expeditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1980s Scandinavian fractional sloops like the Hallberg-Rassy 36 or Nautor's Swan 36, as they share similar design philosophies emphasizing seakworthiness and interior volume over pure racing speed.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 7 systems for the CAYENNE 12.5, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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