JEANNEAU YACHTS 51

About the JEANNEAU YACHTS 51

Hull length 14,98 m / 49.08’ Standard keel weight 4300 kg / 9480 lbs Shallow keel weight 4750 kg / 10472 lbs Shallow keel draft 1.73 m / 5.67’ Fuel capacity opt 480 l / 127 US Gal Cabins 2 / 3 opt Yanmar 110 HP E dimension: (in mast furling) 6,30 m / 20.67’ Mainsail (furling) 52.2 m² / 562 sq ft Mainsail (classic) 62.9 m² / 677 sq ft Genoa (110%) 55.9 m² / 601 sq ft Self-tacking jib 41.6 m² / 448 sq ft Code 0 100 m² / 1076 sq ft Standard sail area 108.1 m² / 1,163 sq ft Classic mast sail area 118.8 m² / 1,278 sq ft Mast height above waterline 21.95 m / 72.0’ CE Category (in process) A

The Jeanneau 51 is a modern cruising yacht designed by Briand Yacht Design and built by Jeanneau in France, with production records indicating a build year of 2015. As a fractional sloop with a displacement of 31746.0 lb, it represents a significant step into the 50-foot category for the brand, though the exact total hulls built remains unconfirmed in available data.

Best for:

This vessel suits coastal and offshore cruisers seeking a spacious, performance-oriented platform with modern amenities, particularly those who value the fractional rig's ease of handling and the availability of popular upgrades like bow thrusters and Raymarine electronics.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 31746.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.95, and a comfort ratio of 27.22, the Jeanneau 51 offers a balanced blend of stability and motion comfort suitable for offshore passages, supported by owner reports of watermaker and davit installations for extended cruising.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Beneteau Oceanis 50 and the Hallberg-Rassy 53, as they share similar production eras and target the same market of large-cabin cruisers, though the Jeanneau distinguishes itself with its Briand-designed hull form and fractional rig configuration.