GRAND SOLEIL 44 (POLLI)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 47.08 ft |
| Beam | 14.11 ft |
| Draft | 8.53 ft |
| Displacement | 20,944 lb |
| Ballast | 6,614.1 lb |
Rig & Sails
| SA total | 1,323.96 sq ft |
About the GRAND SOLEIL 44 (POLLI)
Available in two versions Performance and Race. The difference is primarily in variations of deck layout. Specs above are for the Performance version. Race version LOA: 15.01m / 49.25ft Race version sail area: 123 m² / 1,324 ft² Keel Options: ORC Optimization - 2m / 6.56ft; Deep draft - 2.8m / 9.18ft; Shallow draft - 2.4m / 7.9ft Deck and Interior design by Nauta Design
The Grand Soleil 44 is a modern performance cruiser designed by Matteo Polli and built by Cantiere del Pardo, with production starting in 2020. While the exact build count is not specified in the available data, the vessel is characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 20944.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize speed and modern ergonomics, evidenced by the high prevalence of Garmin electronics and North sails in owner reports.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.05 and a fin keel, the boat is structurally capable of offshore passages, though owners report critical concerns regarding deck core moisture and rudder shaft integrity that must be verified before bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Nauticat 44 and Beneteau First 44.7, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beam widths around 14 ft, and a focus on high sail area-to-displacement ratios for racing and cruising.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(25 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° | 4.3 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 6.1 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| 75° | 4.8 | 6.4 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| 110° | 4.8 | 6.5 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.0 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 10.0 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.6 | 10.1 | 10.6 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.8 | 7.2 | 8.1 | 8.6 | 9.1 | 9.7 | 10.8 | 12.0 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.8 | 6.1 | 7.2 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.9 | 11.2 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.0 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.6 | 9.7 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 47.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 4 systems for the GRAND SOLEIL 44 (POLLI), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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