GRAND SOLEIL 46 LC
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 48.29 ft |
| LWL | 41.73 ft |
| Beam | 14.47 ft |
| Draft | 7.55 ft |
| Displacement | 26,455 lb |
| Ballast | 9,259.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.7 kn |
About the GRAND SOLEIL 46 LC
LC = Long cruise. This is Grand Soleil's first model dedicated to cruising, Hull length: 14m / 45.92 ft. Optional shallow draft keel: 1.8m / 5.9 ft. Optional Yanmar 80 hp diesel. Optional race version with taller mast.
The Grand Soleil 46 LC is a performance-oriented cruising yacht designed by Marco Lostuzzi and built by Cantiere del Pardo, with production records indicating a build year of 2015. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the available data, this model represents a specific iteration within the Grand Soleil lineup, characterized by its fractional sloop rig and fin keel configuration.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater displacement, given its moderate comfort ratio of 26.65 and relatively light displacement of 26455.0 lb.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.95 and a displacement of 26455.0 lb, the boat offers reasonable offshore stability, but its relatively low D/L ratio of 162.52 suggests it is better suited for protected coastal passages rather than extreme heavy-weather bluewater voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Nauticat 46 and Beneteau 46, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-focused hull forms from the same era, though the Grand Soleil distinguishes itself with its specific Italian build quality and Lostuzzi design lineage.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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 | 5.4 | 6.6 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| 60° | 4.3 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| 75° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| 90° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 8.7 | 9.0 | 9.3 | 9.6 | 9.8 |
| 110° | 4.3 | 5.9 | 7.1 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 10.1 | 10.7 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 10.1 | 11.1 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.8 | 6.1 | 7.1 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.8 | 10.8 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.9 | 9.6 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.7 | 5.8 | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 8.3 | 9.0 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 48.29ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the GRAND SOLEIL 46 LCyet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
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