CLASS 4
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 45.9 ft |
| Beam | 24.93 ft |
| Draft | 3.48 ft |
| Displacement | 16,755.13 lb |
Rig & Sails
| MHmast height | 59.06 ft |
| Mainsail | 764.24 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 473.61 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 904.17 sq ft |
About the CLASS 4
Design: Clifford Denn Optional daggerboards. Two mast versions: Voyager and Premium Voyager mast height: 18 m / 59.05 ft Premium mast height: 19.4 m / 63.65 ft Sail area: -Voyager main: 71 m² / 764.24 ft² -Premium main: 80 m² / 861.11 ft² -Genoa: 44 m² / 473.61 ft² -Self-tacking jib: 34 m² / 365.97 ft² -Gennaker: 84 m² / 904.17 ft² -Asym. Spinnaker: 160 m² / 1,722.22 ft² Sail area listed above is Voyager main + self-tacking jib. Displacement above is lightship.
The Class 4 is a performance cruiser designed by Erik Lerouge and built by O Yachts in Latvia, with production records indicating a start year of 2012. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the source data, the vessel is characterized by its 45.9 ft LOA, 24.93 ft beam, and 16755.13 lb displacement, featuring a solent rig and twin/triple keel configuration.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize speed and modern ergonomics, as evidenced by the high prevalence of solar panel, bow thruster, and advanced electronics upgrades like Garmin and B&G systems.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 3.9 and a relatively light displacement of 16755.13 lb, the Class 4 is better suited for protected coastal waters and short offshore passages rather than heavy-weather bluewater cruising, a concern amplified by critical reports of deck core moisture and rudder issues.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern, wide-beamed performance cruisers from the early 2010s such as the Beneteau First 47 or Nauticat 44, which share similar solent rig configurations, shallow draft profiles, and a focus on interior volume over traditional bluewater displacement.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 45.9ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
21 reported issues across 8 systems for the CLASS 4, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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