LITTLE HARBOR 51
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50.58 ft |
| LWL | 41 ft |
| Beam | 15.25 ft |
| Draft | 11.75 ft/ 4.58 ft min |
| Displacement | 45,750 lb |
| Ballast | 17,998.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.6 kn |
About the LITTLE HARBOR 51
The Little Harbor 51 is a substantial cruising sloop designed by Ted Hood and built by Little Harbor in 1990. With a displacement of 45750.0 lb and a beam of 15.25 ft, it represents a significant investment in heavy-displacement comfort, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize motion comfort and interior volume over high-speed performance. Its heavy displacement and full keel design make it ideal for those seeking a stable, secure platform for long-range passages rather than racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 296.34 and a capsize ratio of 1.71, the Little Harbor 51 exhibits strong inherent stability and resistance to capsizing, making it highly suitable for bluewater cruising. Its full/long keel configuration further enhances directional stability in heavy weather conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Tartan 4400 and the Hallberg-Rassy 41, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and full-keel designs from the late 1980s and early 1990s. These vessels are comparable because they all prioritize seakeeping and durability over planing ability or tight turning circles.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 50.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the LITTLE HARBOR 51yet 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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