SABA 50

About the SABA 50

Sail Area: Main – 899 ft2 / 83.5 m2 Genoa – 619 ft2 / 57.5 m2 Asymmetric spinnaker (optional) – 1453 ft2 / 135 m2 Gennaker (optional ) – 1238 ft2 / 115 m2 Hot Water – 16 gal / 60 L Holding Tanks – 4 x 12 gal / 45 L (1 per head) Maestro arrangement 1 owner’s suite + 1 bathroom / 3 doubles cabins + 1 or 3 bathrooms 6 cabins arrangement 5 double cabins + 1 skipper cabin + 6 bathrooms Maestro crew arrangement 1 owner’s suite + 1 bathroom / 4 doubles cabins + 4 bathrooms Quintet VIP arrangement 5 double cabins + 5 bathrooms CE Certification: A - 14 persons, 11442 lb / 5190 kg maximum load. B – 14, C – 24, D – 30

The Saba 50 is a performance-oriented catamaran designed by Berret Racoupeau and built by Fountaine Pajot between 2015 and 2019. With a displacement of 34114.0 lb and a beam of 26.21 ft, it offers a balance of speed and comfort, though the exact number of hulls built is not specified in the available data.

Best for:

This vessel suits active coastal cruisers and short-to-medium range offshore passages who prioritize sailing performance and modern amenities like solar power and watermakers. Its fractional sloop rig and rotating spar appeal to sailors seeking efficient handling and ease of single-handed or short-handed operation.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 3.24 and a comfort ratio of 14.32, the Saba 50 demonstrates reasonable offshore stability, though its relatively light displacement and wide beam require careful weight management and attention to critical structural integrity for extended bluewater use.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Lagoon 450 and Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42, as they share similar production eras and performance-focused catamaran designs. The Saba 50 distinguishes itself with a narrower beam and lower displacement than many contemporary performance cats, offering a different handling character.