Question 1

What are the specs of the ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

The ST. FRANCIS 48 has the following specifications: 47.41ft LOA, 26.25ft beam, 4.1ft draft, 24,251lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a ST. FRANCIS 48 cost?

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The ST. FRANCIS 48 has an average asking price of $347,495, with prices ranging from $299,990 to $395,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the ST. FRANCIS 48 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by St Francis Marine (RSA), designed by Angelo Lavranos, first built in 2001.

Question 4

Is the ST. FRANCIS 48 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ST. FRANCIS 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 11, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.63, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

The ST. FRANCIS 48 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.45, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 141.13, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ST. FRANCIS 48 is estimated at $3.4K – $9.0K. 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 ST. FRANCIS 48 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ST. FRANCIS 48 (47.41ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.4K – $9.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $3150-$5550/year (based on $347,495 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 47.41ft boat: Florida: $8,500-$22,800/year. California: $8,000-$19,900/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,600/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,700-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,800/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/year. South Carolina: $7,400-$14,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $10K to $43K 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 ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ST. FRANCIS 48 (47.41ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,500-$22,800/year. California: $8,000-$19,900/year. Massachusetts: $6,000-$13,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,000-$16,600/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,700-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,800/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,300/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/year. South Carolina: $7,400-$14,200/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 ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the ST. FRANCIS 48 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 ST. FRANCIS 48.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a ST. FRANCIS 48?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ST. FRANCIS 48, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 ST. FRANCIS 48 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the ST. FRANCIS 48 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ST. FRANCIS 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 47.41ft LOA, comfort ratio 11, capsize ratio 3.63, SA/disp 27.45, average price $347,495. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	47.41 ft
LWL	42.49 ft
Beam	26.25 ft
Draft	4.1 ft
Displacement	24,251 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.7 kn

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