Question 1

What are the specs of the SALINA 48?

Accepted Answer

The SALINA 48 has the following specifications: 46.9ft LOA, 25.6ft beam, 3.6ft draft, 23,900lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the SALINA 48 and when was it made?

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Built by Fountaine-Pajot (FRA), designed by Berret/Racoupeau, first built in 2010.

Question 3

Is the SALINA 48 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SALINA 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.56, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SALINA 48?

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The SALINA 48 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.3, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SALINA 48?

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Annual maintenance for a SALINA 48 is estimated at $3.0K – $8.1K. 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 SALINA 48 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SALINA 48 (46.9ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.0K – $8.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 46.9ft boat: Florida: $8,400-$22,500/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $38K 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 SALINA 48?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SALINA 48 (46.9ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,400-$22,500/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,100/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,400/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,100/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,100/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,600/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,100/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,100/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 SALINA 48?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SALINA 48 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, structural, rudder, 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 SALINA 48.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SALINA 48?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SALINA 48, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, structural, rudder. 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 SALINA 48 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 SALINA 48 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SALINA 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 46.9ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.56, SA/disp 27.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	46.9 ft
Beam	25.6 ft
Draft	3.6 ft
Displacement	23,900 lb
Material	46’ 11”14.3 m

Cabins	3
Berths	6
Heads	6
Water	198.1 L
Fuel	126.8 L
CE category	About439 000€(2007)

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