IDYLLE 1550 (BENETEAU)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 51.44 ft |
| LWL | 37.92 ft |
| Beam | 14.67 ft |
| Draft | 6 ft |
| Displacement | 33,069 lb |
| Ballast | 13,006 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.3 kn |
About the IDYLLE 1550 (BENETEAU)
Hull Length: 15.22m / 49.93ft With the exception of a few delivered 'owners versions', most of these were sold as the MOORINGS 51 for the Caribbean Charter trade.
The Beneteau Idylle 1550 is a 51.44 ft cutter designed by German Frers and built by Beneteau (FRA) between 1985 and 1987. With a displacement of 33069.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 34.05, this vessel represents a substantial, heavy-displacement cruising platform from the mid-1980s.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize stability and comfort over high-speed performance, particularly those seeking a spacious, heavy-displacement cutter layout.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.83 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 270.75, the Idylle 1550 exhibits strong inherent stability and seakeeping qualities suitable for bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other German Frers designs from the same era, such as the Beneteau First 47.7 or the Hallberg-Rassy 42, which share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and cruising-oriented hull forms.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 4.4 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| 90° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.0 | 9.4 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 5.0 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 9.2 | 9.9 |
| 150° | 2.9 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 8.8 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 51.44ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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