SUN KISS 47 (JEANNEAU)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 47.42 ft |
| LWL | 37.25 ft |
| Beam | 14.4 ft |
| Draft | 8.83 ft |
| Shoal Draft version | 6.92 ft |
| Displacement | 25,353 lb |
| Ballast | 9,590.1 lb |
| Material | 45’ 10”13.95 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Pmainsail luff | 23.26 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.93 ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 3 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 163.8 L |
| Fuel | 56.8 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the SUN KISS 47 (JEANNEAU)
Extended version of the SUN KISS 45 (JEANNEAU). Keel/cb version: Draft: BD 8.8'; BU: 5.0'.
The Sun Kiss 47 is a Philippe Briand-designed cutter built by Jeanneau in France, with production records indicating a single build year of 1983. This vessel represents a specific era of French cruising yacht design, characterized by its substantial displacement and robust construction.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal and nearshore cruisers who prioritize comfort and stability, as indicated by its high comfort ratio of 27.87 and moderate sail area to displacement ratio of 15.13.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 25353.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.96, the Sun Kiss 47 demonstrates strong offshore stability and resistance to capsizing, making it a capable bluewater cruiser.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels from the early 1980s include other Philippe Briand designs and heavy-displacement European cutters, which share similar hull forms and performance characteristics focused on seakeeping rather than pure speed.
Direct variant of the SUN KISS 47 (JEANNEAU)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.6 | 5.0 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| 60° | 3.9 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| 75° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| 90° | 3.9 | 5.5 | 6.7 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.6 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.6 | 10.2 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.9 | 6.3 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.5 | 10.4 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.1 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.3 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.4 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 9.0 |
Market Price
Asking price by model year
7 listings · boat years 1985–1991 · median $88,560
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 47.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
13 reported issues across 6 systems for the SUN KISS 47 (JEANNEAU), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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