Question 1

What are the specs of the SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 452 has the following specifications: 45.17ft LOA, 14.08ft beam, 6.75ft draft, 26,500lb displacement, 10,199.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SABRE 452 cost?

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The SABRE 452 has an average asking price of $290,000, with prices ranging from $260,000 to $320,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SABRE 452 and when was it made?

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Built by Sabre Yachts (USA), designed by Jim Taylor, first built in 1997, with production ending in 2006.

Question 4

Is the SABRE 452 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 452 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.96, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SABRE 452?

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The SABRE 452 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.85, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 210.08, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SABRE 452 is estimated at $2.9K – $7.8K. 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 SABRE 452 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SABRE 452 (45.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.9K – $7.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2600-$4650/year (based on $290,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 45.17ft boat: Florida: $8,100-$21,700/year. California: $7,600-$19,000/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,800/year. Texas: $3,300-$9,800/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,100/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,800/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $9K to $40K 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 SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SABRE 452 (45.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,100-$21,700/year. California: $7,600-$19,000/year. Massachusetts: $5,700-$12,600/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,700-$15,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,400-$9,800/year. Texas: $3,300-$9,800/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,100/year. Michigan: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,800/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,600/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 SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SABRE 452 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in electrical, 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 SABRE 452.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SABRE 452, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across electrical. 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 SABRE 452 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 SABRE 452?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 452 has the following rig dimensions: I=59.6ft (foretriangle height), J=17.7ft (foretriangle base), P=52.6ft (mainsail luff), E=19.2ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1072.8 sq ft. Jib area: 527.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SABRE 452 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SABRE 452 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 45.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.96, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 18.85, average price $290,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	45.17 ft
LWL	38.33 ft
Beam	14.08 ft
Draft	6.75 ft
Displacement	26,500 lb
Ballast	10,199.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	59.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	17.7 ft
Pmainsail luff	52.6 ft
Emainsail foot	19.2 ft
FLforestay	17.7 ft
Mainsail	1,072.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	527.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	896.7 sq ft

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