NAJAD 505
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50.2 ft |
| LWL | 46.19 ft |
| Beam | 15.06 ft |
| Draft | 8.04 ft |
| Displacement | 41,667 lb |
| Ballast | 13,954.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.1 kn |
About the NAJAD 505
Shallow draft: 2.1m/6.89'
The Najad 505 is a fractional sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk and built by Najad Yachts in Sweden, with production records indicating a build year of 2007. As the data indicates an unknown hull count, this model appears to be a rare or custom build within the Najad lineage, featuring a displacement of 41667.0 lb and a beam of 15.06 ft.
- Best for:
- This vessel is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers who prioritize a comfortable, stable ride, as evidenced by its high comfort ratio of 36.7 and substantial displacement.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.74 and a displacement of 41667.0 lb, the Najad 505 exhibits strong inherent stability and seaworthiness suitable for offshore passages, provided the single Volvo Penta engine is well-maintained.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Najad 440 and Najad 420, which share the same designer and builder heritage, offering similar fractional sloop rigging and heavy-displacement cruising characteristics, though the 505 offers greater interior volume and beam.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 50.2ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the NAJAD 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.
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