Question 1

What are the specs of the PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 has the following specifications: 46.58ft LOA, 13.5ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 34,000lb displacement, 11,998.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PASSPORT 47 cost?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 has an average asking price of $69,900, with prices ranging from $69,900 to $69,900 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PASSPORT 47 and when was it made?

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Built by Passport Yachts Inc. (TAIWAN), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1983.

Question 4

Is the PASSPORT 47 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 39.8, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.67, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.31, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 256.67, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PASSPORT 47?

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Annual maintenance for a PASSPORT 47 is estimated at $3.8K – $10K. 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 PASSPORT 47 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PASSPORT 47 (46.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.8K – $10K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $650-$1100/year (based on $69,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 46.58ft boat: Florida: $8,400-$22,400/year. California: $7,800-$19,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,000/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,500/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $39K 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 PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PASSPORT 47 (46.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,400-$22,400/year. California: $7,800-$19,600/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,000/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,700-$14,500/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,000-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,000/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 PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PASSPORT 47 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, deck, 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 PASSPORT 47.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PASSPORT 47, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, deck. 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 PASSPORT 47 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 PASSPORT 47?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 has the following rig dimensions: I=59ft (foretriangle height), J=19ft (foretriangle base), P=55ft (mainsail luff), E=16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1035.7 sq ft. Jib area: 560.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PASSPORT 47 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PASSPORT 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 46.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 39.8, capsize ratio 1.67, SA/disp 15.31, average price $69,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	46.58 ft
LWL	38.96 ft
Beam	13.5 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	34,000 lb
Ballast	11,998.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	59 ft
Jforetriangle base	19 ft
Pmainsail luff	55 ft
Emainsail foot	16 ft
FLforestay	19 ft
Mainsail	1,035.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	560.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	952.9 sq ft

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