MOORINGS 505
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 49.83 ft |
| LWL | 44.16 ft |
| Beam | 14.75 ft |
| Draft | 5.92 ft |
| Displacement | 28,660 lb |
| Ballast | 9,314.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.9 kn |
About the MOORINGS 505
MOORINGS 503, 504, 505, STARDUST 505 are similar and based on BENETEAU 50.
The Moorings 505 is a performance-oriented cruising yacht designed by Farr Yacht Design and built by Beneteau (FRA) in 1996. With a hull count of ?, this model represents a specific era of high-performance charter and private ownership, characterized by its 49.83 ft LOA and 28660.0 lb displacement.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced sailors seeking a fast, responsive vessel for coastal cruising and short offshore passages, particularly those who prioritize sailing performance over heavy bluewater comfort. Its design appeals to owners who value the pedigree of Farr Yacht Design and the reliability of Beneteau construction.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.93 and a comfort ratio of 26.82, the boat is suitable for coastal and nearshore offshore use but lacks the heavy displacement and motion comfort typically preferred for extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 49 and the Hallberg-Rassy 412, as they share similar production eras and performance-focused hull forms. The 505's high SA/D ratio of 22.94 aligns it with other racing-cruisers from the mid-1990s that prioritize speed over heavy displacement.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the MOORINGS 505 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 49.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MOORINGS 505yet 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.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a MOORINGS 505? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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