Question 1

What are the specs of the VALIANT 47?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 47 has the following specifications: 47ft LOA, 13.83ft beam, 6.25ft draft, 30,000lb displacement, 11,001lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a VALIANT 47 cost?

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The VALIANT 47 has an average asking price of $130,000, with prices ranging from $130,000 to $130,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VALIANT 47 and when was it made?

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Built by Valiant (USA), designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1992, 17 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the VALIANT 47 good for offshore sailing?

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The VALIANT 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.31, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the VALIANT 47?

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The VALIANT 47 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.3, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 209.26, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VALIANT 47?

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Annual maintenance for a VALIANT 47 is estimated at $3.6K – $9.5K. 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 VALIANT 47 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the VALIANT 47 (47ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.6K – $9.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1150-$2100/year (based on $130,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 47ft boat: Florida: $8,500-$22,600/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,700/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/year. South Carolina: $7,300-$14,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K 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 VALIANT 47?

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Marina slip costs for the VALIANT 47 (47ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,500-$22,600/year. California: $7,900-$19,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,900-$13,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $5,900-$16,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,600-$10,200/year. Texas: $3,400-$10,200/year. Washington: $6,800-$14,700/year. Michigan: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,100-$10,200/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 9

What are the common problems with the VALIANT 47?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the VALIANT 47 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, 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 VALIANT 47.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VALIANT 47?

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When buying a VALIANT 47, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull. 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 VALIANT 47 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 VALIANT 47?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 47 has the following rig dimensions: I=60ft (foretriangle height), J=19ft (foretriangle base), P=56ft (mainsail luff), E=17.6ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1102.2 sq ft. Jib area: 570 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VALIANT 47 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VALIANT 47 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 47ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.31, capsize ratio 1.78, SA/disp 18.3, average price $130,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	47 ft
LWL	40 ft
Beam	13.83 ft
Draft	6.25 ft
Displacement	30,000 lb
Ballast	11,001 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	60 ft
Jforetriangle base	19 ft
Pmainsail luff	56 ft
Emainsail foot	17.6 ft
FLforestay	19 ft
Mainsail	1,102.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	570 sq ft
Spinnaker	969 sq ft

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