Question 1

What are the specs of the QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

The QUASAR 50 (PROUT) has the following specifications: 49ft LOA, 23.5ft beam, 3.33ft draft, 20,000lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Prout Catamarans (UK), designed by Prout, first built in 1980.

Question 3

Is the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The QUASAR 50 (PROUT) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 9.85, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.47, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

The QUASAR 50 (PROUT) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 25.68, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 91.73, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a QUASAR 50 (PROUT) is estimated at $4.3K – $12K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a QUASAR 50 (PROUT) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) (49ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.3K – $12K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 49ft boat: Florida: $8,800-$23,500/year. California: $8,200-$20,600/year. Massachusetts: $6,200-$13,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,200-$17,200/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $5,900-$10,600/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,600/year. Washington: $7,100-$15,300/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,300-$10,600/year. South Carolina: $7,600-$14,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $43K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) (49ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,800-$23,500/year. California: $8,200-$20,600/year. Massachusetts: $6,200-$13,700/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,200-$17,200/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $5,900-$10,600/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,600/year. Washington: $7,100-$15,300/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,300-$10,600/year. South Carolina: $7,600-$14,700/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 8

What are the common problems with the QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 QUASAR 50 (PROUT).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a QUASAR 50 (PROUT)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a QUASAR 50 (PROUT), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 QUASAR 50 (PROUT) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the QUASAR 50 (PROUT) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The QUASAR 50 (PROUT) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 49ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.85, capsize ratio 3.47, SA/disp 25.68. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	49 ft
LWL	46 ft
Beam	23.5 ft
Draft	3.33 ft
Displacement	20,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.1 kn

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