NAJAD 460

About the NAJAD 460

SHALLOW DRAFT: 1.9m/6.23' Rebranded the Aphrodite 460 in 2008

The Najad 460 is a robust cruising sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk and built by Najad Yachts (SWE) with production years listed as 2000. With a displacement of 34171.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 38.18, this vessel is engineered for stability and seakeeping, though the exact total hulls built is unspecified in the available data.

Best for:

This boat is ideally suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize comfort and heavy-weather capability over high-speed planing. Its fractional sloop rig and substantial ballast make it a strong candidate for couples or families seeking a safe, stable passage-making platform.

Bluewater capability:

With a low capsize ratio of 1.73 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 257.56, the Najad 460 demonstrates strong inherent stability and offshore suitability for bluewater passages.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 46 and the Hallberg-Rassy 43, which share similar Scandinavian build quality, heavy displacement characteristics, and a focus on safe offshore cruising. The Najad 460 also competes with the Hallberg-Rassy 462 in terms of interior volume and cruising comfort.