Question 1

What are the specs of the NORSEMAN 447?

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The NORSEMAN 447 has the following specifications: 44.58ft LOA, 13ft beam, 6.33ft draft, 28,000lb displacement, 12,000.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NORSEMAN 447 cost?

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The NORSEMAN 447 has an average asking price of $142,231, with prices ranging from $119,500 to $171,964 based on 8 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NORSEMAN 447 and when was it made?

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Built by Norseman Yachts Inc., designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1986, 55 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NORSEMAN 447 good for offshore sailing?

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The NORSEMAN 447 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.87, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.72, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NORSEMAN 447?

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The NORSEMAN 447 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.32, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 237.04, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NORSEMAN 447?

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Annual maintenance for a NORSEMAN 447 is estimated at $3.3K – $8.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NORSEMAN 447 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NORSEMAN 447 (44.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.3K – $8.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1300-$2300/year (based on $142,231 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 44.58ft boat: Florida: $8,000-$21,400/year. California: $7,500-$18,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,500/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,600/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,600/year. Washington: $6,400-$13,900/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,600/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $38K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NORSEMAN 447?

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Marina slip costs for the NORSEMAN 447 (44.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,000-$21,400/year. California: $7,500-$18,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,500/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,600/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,600/year. Washington: $6,400-$13,900/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,600/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,400/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the NORSEMAN 447?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the NORSEMAN 447 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, engine, interior, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NORSEMAN 447.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NORSEMAN 447?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NORSEMAN 447, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, engine, interior. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NORSEMAN 447 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NORSEMAN 447?

Accepted Answer

The NORSEMAN 447 has the following rig dimensions: I=56ft (foretriangle height), J=18.9ft (foretriangle base), P=51ft (mainsail luff), E=16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 969.8 sq ft. Jib area: 529.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NORSEMAN 447 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NORSEMAN 447 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 44.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.87, capsize ratio 1.72, SA/disp 16.32, average price $142,231. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	44.58 ft
LWL	37.5 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	6.33 ft
Displacement	28,000 lb
Ballast	12,000.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	56 ft
Jforetriangle base	18.9 ft
Pmainsail luff	51 ft
Emainsail foot	16 ft
FLforestay	18.9 ft
Mainsail	969.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	529.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	899.6 sq ft

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