MACINTOSH 47
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 47.17 ft |
| LWL | 40 ft |
| Beam | 14.33 ft |
| Draft | 7.33 ft |
| Displacement | 30,500 lb |
| Ballast | 12,800.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 60.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 20.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 52 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17 ft |
| FLforestay | 20.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,097.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 620.1 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,054.2 sq ft |
About the MACINTOSH 47
Designed by Tim Kings and built by Alexander Marine in Taiwan, the Macintosh 47 is a rare, heavy-displacement cruiser with only 16 hulls constructed in 1987. Its substantial 30500.0 lb displacement and 12800.8 lb ballast reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and seakeeping over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced offshore cruisers who value a heavy, stable platform for long passages and are comfortable maintaining a rare, custom-built vessel with limited parts availability.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.84 and a high displacement/length ratio of 212.75, the Macintosh 47 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passage making, provided its structural integrity is maintained.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1980s heavy-displacement cutter rigs like the Hallberg-Rassy 43 or O'Day 42, these boats share similar comfort ratios and robust construction aimed at bluewater safety rather than racing performance.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 47.17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the MACINTOSH 47, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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