DUFOUR 485 GRAND LARGE
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 48.33 ft |
| LWL | 42.65 ft |
| Beam | 15.42 ft |
| Draft | 7.38 ft/ 6.23 ft min |
| Displacement | 27,072 lb |
| Ballast | 8,156.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 54.23 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.73 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 51.97 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.7 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 978.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 453.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 771.2 sq ft |
About the DUFOUR 485 GRAND LARGE
Draft, standard cast-iron keel (shallow draft):1.90m/6.23' Ballast weight (shallow draft):3800kg
Designed by Umberto Felci and Patrick Roséo and built by Dufour, the Dufour 485 Grand Large is a performance-oriented cruising yacht with production years listed as 2006. While the exact build count is unknown, this model represents a specific iteration in Dufour's lineup, characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 27072.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and modern interior layouts over heavy offshore provisioning. The high SA/D ratio of 20.88 and low D/L ratio of 155.78 indicate it is best suited for those who enjoy active sailing in moderate conditions rather than heavy-weather endurance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.06 and a comfort ratio of 24.69, the boat is designed for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extreme bluewater passages, reflecting a lighter displacement and narrower beam relative to its length.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau 47 and Jeanneau 47.9, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beam widths around 15.42 ft, and a focus on interior volume and performance cruising.
Performance
Market Price
Asking price by model year
11 listings · boat years 2008–2010 · median $215,460
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 48.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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