DUFOUR 425 GRAND LARGE
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 42.32 ft |
| LWL | 36.84 ft |
| Beam | 13.65 ft |
| Draft | 6.89 ft/ 5.58 ft min |
| Displacement | 19,445 lb |
| Ballast | 5,378.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 48.23 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.58 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 44.88 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.42 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.6 ft |
| Mainsail | 749.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 375.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 638.7 sq ft |
Engine
| Volvo Penta | D2-4038 hpSee all 12 parts → |
About the DUFOUR 425 GRAND LARGE
Shallow draft version: draft: 5.58'/1.7m Ballast: 1134 lbs/2500kg
Designed by Umberto Felci & Patrick Roséo and built by Dufour (FRA), the Dufour 425 Grand Large is a performance-oriented cruiser from 2006. With a displacement of 19445.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 173.62, it balances speed with comfort, though the exact number of hulls built is unknown.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern sailing performance over heavy offshore ruggedness.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.03 and a comfort ratio of 24.04, the boat is capable of offshore passages but is best suited for protected waters and shorter bluewater trips due to its relatively light displacement.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the Beneteau 423 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 from the same era, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beamy hulls, and a focus on interior space and planing capabilities.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
18 listings · boat years 2007–2011 · median $129,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 42.32ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 3 systems for the DUFOUR 425 GRAND LARGE, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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