← Browse all sailboats
7data points analyzed by Sailpages.com to compile this FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE buyer’s report

FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE

$350,000 avg$350,000 – $350,000 (1 listings)from 1998
$4.0K – $11K est. annual maintenance
Bluewater CruisermonoCutterFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA50.46 ft
LWL43.86 ft
Beam15.42 ft
Draft7.55 ft
Displacement37,478.58 lb
Ballast13,226.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL8.9 kn

About the FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE

Farr design #373. "I" rig measurement reported above is for the head stay.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Farr 50 Pilot House is a distinctive offshore cruiser designed by Bruce Farr and built by BSI Marine Sweden A.B. in 1998. With a hull count of ?, this model represents a specific iteration of the Farr 50 line, characterized by its integrated pilot house and robust construction.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize protected cockpit comfort and self-sufficiency, particularly those planning extended passages where weather protection is paramount.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 37478.58 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.85, the boat demonstrates strong offshore stability and seakeeping ability, supported by its fin keel and cutter rig configuration.
Comparables:
Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 53 and the Swan 52, which offer similar displacement and offshore capability, though the Farr 50 distinguishes itself with a more performance-oriented hull form and integrated pilot house.

Performance

Comfort33.1
Capsize1.85
Disp/Len198
Bal/Disp35.3

Market Price

Low
$350,000
Average
$350,000
High
$350,000
Based on 1 listings across 2 marketplaces

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 50.46ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$4.0K – $11K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
Annual Docking
Enter zip code
Pick a country or enter a US zip for local rates
Annual Insurance
Enter zip code
For location-adjusted rates

Articles & Reviews

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

We don't have enough data on the FARR 50 PILOT HOUSEyet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind β€” but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.

Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.

1Structural & Bulkheads9732Standing Rigging6403Deck & Topsides6404Keel & Keel Bolts5535Rudder & Steering5086Hull & Bottom377
Free general pre-purchase checklist
25 survey areas β€” hull, keel, rig, engine, electrical and more. Take it aboard when you view any boat.

Own a FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist β€” and they're the reason the boats above it have one.

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE?

We haven't confirmed the engine for this model yet. If you own or know one, tell us β€” as owners report in, we build an accurate picture over time.

Already know your engine? Search all engines β†’ to find its exact parts.

Used sails that fit the FARR 50 PILOT HOUSE

Checking eBay for sails sized to this boat's rig…