ELAN 45
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 44.03 ft |
| LWL | 37.73 ft |
| Beam | 13.75 ft |
| Draft | 6.89 ft |
| Displacement | 23,479 lb |
| Ballast | 7,935.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56.76 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 17.42 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 49.49 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.45 ft |
| FLforestay | 17.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 987.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 494.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 840.4 sq ft |
About the ELAN 45
Another version with a shorter boom is listed on brochure: E=16.33'.
The Elan 45 is a robust cruising sloop designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan (SLOV) starting in 2000. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in available records, this model represents a significant entry in the modern cruising market with a displacement of 23479.0 lb and a beam of 13.75 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal and offshore cruisers seeking a comfortable, stable platform with a 27.92 comfort ratio, particularly those who value a spacious interior and reliable performance for extended passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.92 and a displacement of 23479.0 lb, the Elan 45 demonstrates strong offshore stability and seaworthiness, supported by owner reports of successful bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau 46 and Jeanneau 43.9, as they share similar displacement ranges and target the same market of serious cruisers looking for a balance of performance and liveaboard comfort.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(4 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| 75° | 4.4 | 5.9 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| 90° | 4.3 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 5.0 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.5 | 10.3 |
| 150° | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 9.0 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
15 listings · boat years 2001–2019 · median $141,754
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 44.03ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the ELAN 45, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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