KNYSNA 500
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50 ft |
| LWL | 45.18 ft |
| Beam | 26.12 ft |
| Draft | 3.97 ft |
| Displacement | 29,762 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 807.29 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 538.19 sq ft |
About the KNYSNA 500
Sail Area: Genoa 50m2/538 sq ft Mainsail 75m2/800 sq ft
The Knysna 500 is a fractional sloop designed by Angelo Lavranos and built by the Knysna Yacht Company, with production records indicating a start year of 2014. While the exact total hull count is not definitively established in the source data, the vessel is characterized by a displacement of 29762.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 12.81, suggesting a stable, motion-dampened ride.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended weekend trips or moderate offshore passages, particularly given the prevalence of watermaker and bimini installations among owners.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 3.37 and a displacement of 29762.0 lb, the Knysna 500 demonstrates solid offshore stability, though its shallow max draft of 3.97 ft and twin/triple keel configuration may limit deep-water performance compared to heavier, single-keel bluewater cruisers.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other fractional sloop designs from the mid-2010s with similar displacement and beam characteristics, such as the Beneteau Oceanis 50 or the Hallberg-Rassy 52, which share the focus on interior volume and fractional rig performance.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
13 listings · boat years 2013–2023 · median $824,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 50ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the KNYSNA 500yet 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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