LITTLE HARBOR 46
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 45.67 ft |
| LWL | 36.5 ft |
| Beam | 13.75 ft |
| Draft | 10.16 ft/ 5 ft min |
| Displacement | 32,500 lb |
| Ballast | 13,799.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 57 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 18.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 48.8 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18 ft |
| FLforestay | 18.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,001.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 527.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 896.3 sq ft |
About the LITTLE HARBOR 46
Center or aft cockpit versions. Also available as a ketch.
Designed by Ted Hood and built by Little Harbor between 1986 and 1992, the Little Harbor 46 is a rare, heavy-displacement cutter with only 21 hulls produced. Its substantial 32500.0 lb displacement and 13.75 ft beam define it as a robust, motion-comfortable vessel intended for serious offshore passage-making.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced bluewater cruisers and coastal adventurers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over speed, particularly those willing to manage the maintenance demands of a complex, high-maintenance classic.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 298.37 and a Capsize ratio of 1.73, the LH46 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, though its 10.16 ft max draft limits access to shallow anchorages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Tartan 4400 and the Hallberg-Rassy 41, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics, cutter rigs, and a focus on offshore durability over planing performance.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 45.67ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
22 reported issues across 9 systems for the LITTLE HARBOR 46, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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