HYLAS 56
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 54.08 ft |
| LWL | 46 ft |
| Beam | 15.83 ft |
| Draft | 7.33 ft |
| Displacement | 50,200 lb |
| Ballast | 20,019.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.1 kn |
About the HYLAS 56
Keel/CB BU: 6.33' BD: 10.0' Reported sail area = main + 135% genoa.
The Hylas 56 is a high-performance cruising yacht designed by German Frers and built by Queen Long Marine Co. Ltd. in Taiwan, with production records indicating a build year of 2011. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the source data, the vessel is characterized by its substantial 50200.0 lb displacement and 40.5 comfort ratio, reflecting a heavy, stable platform.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for serious offshore cruisers and bluewater adventurers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over pure racing performance, as evidenced by the high frequency of solar panel, watermaker, and davit installations for extended self-sufficiency.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.72 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 230.24, the Hylas 56 exhibits excellent offshore stability and motion comfort, making it highly suitable for long-range passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other heavy-displacement, performance-oriented cruisers from the same era such as the Hallberg-Rassy 54 or the X-Yachts X-46, which share similar design philosophies of combining speed with robust offshore capability.
Direct variant of the HYLAS 56
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 54.08ft 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 HYLAS 56, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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