MOODY 54 DS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 56.33 ft |
| LWL | 51.02 ft |
| Beam | 17.03 ft |
| Draft | 8.83 ft |
| Displacement | 54,454 lb |
| Ballast | 15,432.3 lb |
| Material | 56’ 1”17.1 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 869.72 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 665.21 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 3 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 214 L |
| Fuel | 137.9 L |
| CE category | About680 000€(2020) |
About the MOODY 54 DS
Interior: Design Unlimited Hull length: 16.71 m / 54.83 ft Shallow draft: 2.34 m / 7.67 ft Sail area: -Main: 80.80 m² / 870 ft² -Jib: 61.80 m² / 665 ft² -Reaching Yankee: 102.60 m² / 1,104 ft² -Genaker: 177.40 m² / 1,910 ft²
The Moody 54 DS is a modern fractional sloop designed by Dixon Yacht Design and built by Moody/HanseYachts AG, with production records indicating a build year of 2012. As a heavy-displacement vessel with a D/L ratio of 183.05 and a comfort ratio of 36.69, it is engineered for stability and seakeeping rather than planing speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and short-to-medium range bluewater passages who prioritize interior volume and comfort over high-performance racing capabilities.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 54454.0 lb, a low capsize ratio of 1.8, and a fin keel, the Moody 54 DS demonstrates strong inherent stability and offshore suitability for protected and open ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hanse 548 and Beneteau Oceanis 54, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of large, comfortable cruising yachts from the early 2010s.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.9 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 8.8 | 8.9 | 8.9 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 6.2 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 8.7 | 9.0 | 9.1 | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| 75° | 4.8 | 6.5 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.0 | 9.3 | 9.5 | 9.7 | 9.8 |
| 90° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 9.0 | 9.3 | 9.6 | 10.0 | 10.3 |
| 110° | 4.5 | 6.3 | 7.8 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.8 | 10.1 | 10.5 | 10.8 |
| 120° | 4.4 | 6.2 | 7.6 | 8.6 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 10.1 | 10.9 | 11.3 |
| 135° | 3.9 | 5.5 | 6.9 | 8.0 | 8.8 | 9.4 | 9.8 | 10.6 | 11.6 |
| 150° | 3.1 | 4.6 | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.9 | 8.7 | 9.2 | 9.9 | 10.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.6 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.3 | 5.7 | 5.9 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.1 |
| Run VMG | 2.7 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 9.5 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
15 listings · boat years 2001–2026 · median $539,233
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 56.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the MOODY 54 DS, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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