Question 1

What are the specs of the WHITBY 45?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 45 has the following specifications: 45ft LOA, 12ft beam, 6.83ft draft, 23,800lb displacement, 11,500.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a WHITBY 45 cost?

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The WHITBY 45 has an average asking price of $51,000, with prices ranging from $51,000 to $51,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WHITBY 45 and when was it made?

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Built by Whitby Boat Works Ltd. (CAN), designed by George Cuthbertson, first built in 1968, with production ending in 1970, 16 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the WHITBY 45 good for offshore sailing?

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The WHITBY 45 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.72, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.67, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the WHITBY 45?

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The WHITBY 45 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.73, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 295.66, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a WHITBY 45?

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Annual maintenance for a WHITBY 45 is estimated at $3.7K – $9.8K. 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 WHITBY 45 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the WHITBY 45 (45ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.7K – $9.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$800/year (based on $51,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 45ft boat: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/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-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,000/year. Michigan: $3,200-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a WHITBY 45?

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Marina slip costs for the WHITBY 45 (45ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,100-$21,600/year. California: $7,600-$18,900/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-$9,700/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,700/year. Washington: $6,500-$14,000/year. Michigan: $3,200-$6,900/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,900-$9,700/year. South Carolina: $7,000-$13,500/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 WHITBY 45?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WHITBY 45 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 WHITBY 45.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a WHITBY 45?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WHITBY 45, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 WHITBY 45 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 WHITBY 45?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 45 has the following rig dimensions: I=54ft (foretriangle height), J=17.5ft (foretriangle base), P=47ft (mainsail luff), E=18.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 948.4 sq ft. Jib area: 472.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the WHITBY 45 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 45 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 45ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.72, capsize ratio 1.67, SA/disp 17.73, average price $51,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	45 ft
LWL	33 ft
Beam	12 ft
Draft	6.83 ft
Displacement	23,800 lb
Ballast	11,500.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	54 ft
Jforetriangle base	17.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	47 ft
Emainsail foot	18.75 ft
FLforestay	17.5 ft
Mainsail	948.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	472.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	803.3 sq ft

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