LIBERTY 458
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 45.8 ft |
| LWL | 40.33 ft |
| Beam | 12.92 ft |
| Draft | 6.33 ft |
| Displacement | 31,000 lb |
| Ballast | 10,998.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 19.9 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 46 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16 ft |
| FLforestay | 19.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 954.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 557.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 947.2 sq ft |
About the LIBERTY 458
Said to be An extended version of the PETERSON 44 hull design with a different deck and coach roof. Another version is the DELTA 46 from the same yard but with a different interior and originally intended for the European charter trade.
Designed by Peter Hoyt/D. Peterson and built by Shin Fa/Liberty Yachts (TAIWAN), the Liberty 458 is a substantial cutter-rigged cruiser with only 31 hulls built in 1981. Its heavy displacement of 31000.0 lb and high comfort ratio of 37.8 indicate a vessel engineered for stability and seakeeping rather than planing speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who prioritize heavy-weather safety and liveaboard comfort, particularly those willing to manage the maintenance of a large, single-year production run. It is well-suited for couples or families seeking a robust, slow-cruising platform with ample interior volume.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.65 and a displacement-to-length ratio of 210.97, the Liberty 458 exhibits strong inherent stability and momentum, making it highly capable for offshore passages despite its age.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 43 and the Tartan 4400, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics, cutter rigs, and a focus on offshore durability over racing performance. The Liberty 458's specific design lineage also aligns with other late-1970s/early-1980s Pacific-built cruisers like the O'Day 42.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 45.8ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
11 reported issues across 6 systems for the LIBERTY 458, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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