DUFOUR 525 GRAND LARGE
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50.23 ft |
| LWL | 45.08 ft |
| Beam | 16.08 ft |
| Draft | 6.56 ft |
| Displacement | 30,203 lb |
| Ballast | 8,819.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 57.74 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 18.31 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 56.59 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.96 ft |
| FLforestay | 18.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,108 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 528.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 898.6 sq ft |
About the DUFOUR 525 GRAND LARGE
Deep draft, optional cast-iron/lead keel: 2.35m/7.71'.
The Dufour 525 Grand Large is a performance-oriented cruising yacht designed by Umberto Felci and Patrick Roséo, with production records indicating a build year of 2006. As a fractional sloop with a displacement of 30203.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 147.18, it balances speed with comfort, though the exact total hulls built is not specified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits active coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize sailing performance and modern interior layouts over heavy offshore provisioning. Its fractional rig and relatively light displacement make it well-suited for those who enjoy spirited sailing in protected waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a comfort ratio of 24.78, the boat is designed for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extreme bluewater expeditions. Its fin keel and moderate displacement suggest it is best suited for protected waters and shorter offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 50 and Jeanneau 52.9, which share similar production eras and roles as large, performance-focused cruising yachts with fractional rigs. These models offer similar beam and interior volume but often differ in hull form and ballast ratios.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
17 listings · boat years 2006–2014 · median $205,842
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 50.23ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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