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<h1>The Magic of Sailing Boats: A Journey of Winds and Waves</h1><p>Quintessentially blissful, sailing boats are the heart of the boating industry, luring sea enthusiasts and adventurers across the globe. Whether it is the excitement of harnessing the wind direction, the emotion of taming the powerful waves, or the tranquil sunsets on the sea horizon, a sailing boat satisfies every sailor's quest for adventure while offering serenity. Providing a great exercise for both the body and mind, these boats are ideal for adventure-seekers, family fun, competitive sports, and exploratory travellers.</p><p>Typically ranging from 15 to 50 feet, sailing boats incorporate various configurations including single or multiple masts, diverse sail plans, and living spaces that can vary from minimal amenities for day sailing to luxurious cabins and galleys designed for extended ocean cruising.</p><h2>Sailing Boats: Construction and Design</h2><p>Constructed primarily from robust and lightweight materials like fiberglass and aluminium, sailing boats are designed for stability, performance sailing, and low maintenance. The hull design is characteristic to each type of sailing boat with designs favouring speed, stability, or cargo capacity based on their purpose. Sailing boats can offer surprisingly spacious interiors for their size with a focus on maximizing comfort during longer voyages.</p><h2>Key Features of Sailing Boats</h2><p><strong>Versatility:</strong> With designs favouring either performance or cruising, sailing boats can be used for a wide range of activities from racing to relaxed coastal cruising.</p><p><strong>Sustainability:</strong> Harnessing wind power for propulsion makes sailing boats a greener and more sustainable choice.</p><p><strong>Long-range capability:</strong> Many sailing boats feature living quarters, allowing the crew to undertake longer journeys.</p><h2>Sub-Categories of Sailing Boats</h2><p><strong>Cutter:</strong> A single-masted sailing boat, lauded for its simplicity and performance.</p><p><strong>Ketch:</strong> Features two masts, providing better control in higher winds.</p><p><strong>Sloop:</strong> The most common type of sailing boat with one mast and two sails offering balance and efficiency.</p><h2>Notable Brands &amp; Models of Sailing Boats</h2><p><strong>Archambault:</strong> Famous for producing performance racing sailboats such as the Archambault A31.</p><p><strong>Beneteau:</strong> Known for the Oceanis range, favoured due to their cruising characteristics and comfort.</p><p><strong>Lagoon:</strong> Renowned in the catamaran segment, with models such as the Lagoon 50 being sought after for their space and stability.</p><p>From gently cruising along the coast to high-speed thrilling racing, sailing boats bring an unmatched level of fulfilment and excitement. Their reliance on the elemental forces and serene environments make them the perfect vessel for exploring the charm and mystery of the sea.</p>

Sailing

Judel/Vrolijk Design

<p>This yacht has it all: a cleverly sized interior provides a great living experience. A variety of optional cabin versions allows the perfect layout for crew and guests. And from the uniquely large cockpit, the sun, and sea can be enjoyed magnificently while enjoying calm cruising.</p><p><strong>Breaking rules. Setting trends.</strong> This standard in the way we work can be firmly seen in each and every HANSE yacht. In the innovations and superlatives, which amaze juries at home and around the world time and time again.</p>

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Fiberglass

<p>Monohull boats are vessels with just one hull, as the name itself suggests. They can be monohull <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/type/sail">sailboats</a> or <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/type/power">powerboats</a>, which means they can be powered by an engine or by the wind. In addition, monohull boats can have a high level of luxury on board and can therefore be referred to as monohull yachts. At TheBoatDB you can look into monohull boats and explore their features. In addition, you can filter your search through monohull sailboat manufacturers and explore all models available on our site. Compare all models on our website from the comfort of your home.</p>

Monohull

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Main sail standard

Hanse Yachts

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Gennaker

Crossover

<p>The category of sailboats includes both <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/category/daysailer">sailing yachts</a> which are luxurious and charming vessels used for recreational purposes, as well as <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/category/cruiserracer">racing sailboats</a> that are used for sports. Some have a single hull while others can have two or three. Compare different types of sailboats through sailing boat specs on TheBoatDB and find out the best one for you. Choose according to boat specs, and explore sailboats that vary from very large vessels, appropriate for ocean cruising, to small ones used to roam the shores.</p>

Sail

<p>The B/One is a perfect boat for day sailing and club racing, featuring simple controls, an asymmetrical spinnaker and lifting keel. Designed by Farr Yacht Design and built by Bavaria Yachts in Germany.</p>

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Bavaria Yachts

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<p><span>Linda Vida is a 1980 58’ Hatteras LRC. She has desirable 6-71’s with under 2800 hours and a main deck day head. </span></p><p></p>
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<p>Maker - Compare boat manufacturers on TheBoatDB and find the best boat and brand for you. You can look up boats by maker and filter your search to save some time. Check out the various models they have on our database and explore in detail the shape, performance, look, interior, and more specifications and features.</p>

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Hatteras Yachts

<p>Powerboats are vessels with an onboard or outboard engine that powers them and allows them to gain speed and move on the water in a way that feels like it is just sliding on the surface. As such, they are also known as speedboats. Learn more about powerboats and their speed on TheBoatDB. Pick a model and check out its maximum velocity, <a href="https://theboatdb.com/maker">manufacturer</a>, whether it is an outboard motorboat or inboard one, and other features and specifications on our online database. Check out all types of powerboats and compare side by side the ones that pique your interest the most.</p>

Power

<p>The Corsair F31 is a great choice for anyone who wants a boat that can keep up with the wind and water.</p><p>It's capable of handling rough seas, so you don't have to worry about getting stuck in a storm or having trouble when you're out on the water. The cabin is spacious enough to comfortably fit two people, and there's plenty of space below deck for storing your gear.</p>

Trimaran

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Corsair Marine

<p>Feeling freedom. The stylish way. The Hanse 548.</p><p>Pure emotion is yours on the Hanse 548. Impressive maritime lines and an elegant aerodynamic deck underscore the amazing performance and Easy Sailing. Below deck, the space is airy and light. This yacht is also equipped with two forestays, an elegant T-top and a spacious tender garage. All in all, the style of modern sailing.</p>

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<p>The Sealine Ambassador 285 offers a great deal of boat with plenty of space above and below decks for comfortable cruising with friends and family.&nbsp;</p>

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X-Yachts

<h2>Riva 110 Dolcevita: A New Standard in Flybridge Yachts</h2><p>Epitomizing regality and brilliance, the Riva 110' Dolcevita proudly stands as Riva’s fiberglass flagship, reshaping the future of flybridge yachts. With its stunning design, this yacht radiates an air of elegance and unmatched sophistication. Produced through a collaboration between Officina Italiana Design and the Ferretti Group Engineering department, the Riva 110' Dolcevita is a testament to high technology and excellent craftsmanship. Its breathtaking aesthetics, sophisticated amenities, and high-performance engines ensure an unparalleled cruising experience. The sun deck, main deck, lower deck - each space showcases exceptional design, offering endless opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. The Riva 110' Dolcevita is built for discerning boating enthusiasts who value quality, elegance, and performance above all.</p><p>Dive into the Riva 110' Dolcevita's world-class design, high performance, and unique aesthetics.</p><h3>Sailing in Style: The Riva Experience</h3><p>Explore how the Riva 110' Dolcevita combines elegance, innovation, and supreme craftsmanship offering an unparalleled boating experience.</p><h3>Decked in Luxury: Inside the Riva 110' Dolcevita</h3><p>Uncover the details that make the sun deck, main deck, and lower deck of the Riva 110' Dolcevita, spaces of superb luxury and comfort.</p>

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Riva Yacht

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CNB Yachts

<p>The Accent 26, also called the Albin Accent and the Shipman Accent, is a Swedish sailboat that was designed by Peter Norlin as an International Offshore Rule Quarter Ton class cruiser-racer and first built in 1975.</p><p>The Accent 26 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fibreglass, with wood trim. It has a masthead sloop rig with aluminum spars, a deck-stepped mast, wire standing rigging and a single set of unswept spreaders. The hull has a raked stem; a raised counter, reverse transom; a skeg-mounted rudder controlled by a tiller and a fixed fin keel. It displaces 5,512 lb and carries 1,962 lb of iron ballast.</p>

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Albin Marine

<p>Altura 840 embodies a perfect synthesis between the concept of an aft-cabin motoryacht, with the master cabin aft, conceived for medium and long range cruising, and the flying bridge - explains Marco Segato, Vice President Sales Ferretti Yachts - based on a design solution that allows no compromises on the high quality, technology, comfort and design typical of Ferretti yachts.&nbsp;</p><p>Ferretti 840 ALTURA features a Planing GRP hull and GRP superstructure. She was built to Design category A classification society rules. Ferretti 840 ALTURA is equipped with a Zero Speed Gyro Stabilisers stabilisation system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience underway.</p><p>The Flybridge motor yacht Ferretti 840 ALTURA luxury interior sleeps up to 8 guests in 4 staterooms. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere.</p><p>Ferretti 840 ALTURA impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal yacht for socialising and entertaining with family and friends.&nbsp;</p><p>Powered by 2 x MTU 12V 2000 M93 2 x 1823 HP engines and driven by Shaft drive Flybridge motor yacht Ferretti 840 ALTURA Miss Allied is capable of a top speed of 30 knots, and comfortably cruises at 24 knots. With her 7000 litres fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 310 nautical miles economic cruising speed. Her water tanks carry 1660 litres of fresh water.</p>

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Ferretti Yachts

<p></p><p style="text-align:justify"><span><strong><span>2022 Nautique&nbsp;Super Air Nautique G23</span></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align:justify"><strong>!! OPEN SLOTS AVAILABLE !!</strong><br><br><strong><span>SUPER AIR NAUTIQUE G23</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align:justify">A continuation of the best wake boat of all time, the G23 stays true to its mission in 2022 by outperforming anything else on the market while offering the luxury and quality you’ve come to expect. With new tower options, the G23 takes on a new look and adds functionality while still delivering the configurable surf waves and wakeboard wakes suited for every age and skill level. Pair that with luxurious amenities, a versatile interior layout and stunning lines and the Super Air Nautique G23 continues to reign supreme as the best modern-day wake boat in existence.<br>&nbsp;<br><strong><span>NEW FOR 2022</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align:justify"><strong><span>Super Air Nautique G-Series Towers</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align:justify">New for 2022, there are three new tower options for our G-Series of boats. Each model comes standard with our completely re-designed Flight Control Tower™ that provides the perfect tow point for wakeboarding or wakesurfing and manually folds down for easy storage, or for traveling under bridges. You can also opt for the Actuated Flight Control Tower, which folds up or down at the touch of a button.<br>Another new option for 2022 is the Telescoping Flight Control Tower package for the G-Series models. This package allows you to quickly and easily telescope the tower up or down with the bimini remaining in place, and everyone sitting comfortably in their seats. This package includes Nautique Strapless Board Racks, Bimini Top with Surf Pockets and two pairs of 8.8” JL Audio speakers enclosed in custom speaker housings.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify"><strong><span>Super Air Nautique G23 &amp; G25</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align:justify">For those days on the water when your entire crew can’t come along, we now offer a Supplemental Ballast option on the G23 and G25 models. Designed to act as supplemental weight to offset your crew capacity, this new option puts two additional subfloor ballast tanks in the midship, incorporating 1,450-pounds of additional weight to create amazingly-shaped wakes and surf waves that can all be accessed via the LINC Panoray Touchscreen.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify"><strong><span>LINC Panoray Touchscreen</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align:justify">Completely redesigned software interface for 2022, our LINC Panoray Touchscreens aboard our G-Series and GS-Series are now more intuitive than ever before. With an easy-to-navigate home screen and main menu on the left side of the display, you can quickly view and change settings, or select a user preset. With this entirely new interface, the LINC Panoray Touchscreen just took the driving experience to a whole new level.</p><p></p>
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<h2>The Sportfisher 23-2S RL Pontoon, Experience Unmatched Quality and Performance</h2><p>The Sportfisher 23-2S RL, from the renowned Princecraft® 2025 lineup, is meticulously designed for fishing aficionados who demand the best. Crafted with 5052-H36 marine-grade aluminum alloy, this pontoon exemplifies durability and excellence on the water. Each detail, from the heavy-duty extruded Z-aluminum cross channels to the V-shaped aluminum engine pod, reinforces its superior construction and stability, making it the quintessential vessel for your aquatic adventures.</p><h3>Innovative Design Meets Ultimate Comfort</h3><p>The Sportfisher 23-2S RL is not just about robust engineering; it’s about creating memorable experiences. With plush and heavyweight upholstery, a walk-thru rear gate, bow gate with lift and lock hinges, and a rear padded sundeck, comfort is never compromised. The RL design, featuring a captain passenger seat and a large snack table, ensures leisure and convenience are at the forefront of your voyages.</p><h3>Entertainment and Functionality Combined</h3><p>Equipped with a 160-watt AM/FM/Bluetooth Jensen Stereo, waterproof speakers, and an array of lighting options, the Sportfisher 23-2S RL promises both entertainment and functionality. The inclusion of a rotomolded helm console with an acrylic top and molded dash panel with lighted switches adds to its sleek, modern appeal. For fishing enthusiasts, the boat offers an Advanced Fishing Package, ensuring every journey is fruitful.</p><h3>Safety and Specifications</h3><p>The Sportfisher 23-2S RL is NMMA &amp; Transport Canada certified, ensuring the highest safety standards are met. With a maximum HP capacity of 200 HP and equipped with state-of-the-art navigational lights and a stainless steel propeller, this pontoon stands unparalleled in performance and safety.</p><h3>Enhanced Experience with Optional Features</h3><p>Customize your experience with an array of optional features. From the Dinette Package to the Mood Package, and state-of-the-art trolling motor options, make the Sportfisher 23-2S RL truly yours. Whether you're looking for enhanced fishing capabilities or simply seeking an elevated level of comfort and luxury, the possibilities are endless.</p>

Aluminium

<p>A pontoon boat is a boat that is made up of metal pontoons that sit on top of the water. The pontoons are connected to one another with beams, which serve as the deck and hull. The deck and hull are also connected to the engine by a propeller shaft and rudder. The wide shape of the boat makes it ideal for fishing, water sports, and recreational boating as they are stable and easy to maneuver. We have extensive information on various types of pontoon boats on our database, you can browse them by brand, price and specifications.</p>

Pontoon Boats

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Sea Pro

<p>The 2023 Yamaha VX Limited offers premium features combined with Yamaha's award winning and lightweight TR-1 1050cc marine engine.<br><br>With Yamaha's lightweight and strong NanoXcel® deck and hull, and the latest cutting edge technologies, this ski delivers on all accounts.<br><br>Above the water line the VX deck delivers excellent rider ergonomics and comfort with deep and wide self-draining footwells and a narrow seat profile for improved knee grip and overall comfort, especially for smaller size riders.&nbsp;The 2023 VX Limited comes with factory-installed, custom integrated marine audio system, meaning you not only look good but sound good while out on the water.&nbsp;<br><br>The watertight glovebox is the largest glovebox offered in the category with handy LED lighting, a dedicated area for your smartphone, a USB port and 12V power outlet. The VX Limited is now compatible with Yamaha's exclusive RecDeck platform, allowing you to connect JetFish and lounge accessory packages, for more on-water action and versatility.<br><br>If you are looking for a top-of-the-line, full-featured, lightweight and fuel efficient mid-sized personal watercraft package, then the VX Limited is the WaveRunner for you.&nbsp;</p>

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Maker	Hanse Yachts
Maker website	https://www.hanseyachtsag.com
Model	455
First built hull	2014
Version	Standard
Price	194,000 €
Boat type	Sail
Category	Daysailer Boats Motorsailer Boats
Hull type	Monohull
Hull material	Fiberglass
Cabins	4
Births	10
Heads	3

Name	Value
Top speed	13.65 kmh
Mast height	20.63 m
Length overall	14.05 m
Length at waterline	12.19 m
Beam overall	4.39 m
Draft maximum	2.29 m
Displacement	11,699.95 kg
Ballast weight	3,499.92 kg
Helm	Twin helm wheels
Rudder	Single spade rudder
Cockpit	Closing aft cockpit with opening system
CE classification A	10

Name	Value
Naval architect
Name/Studio	Judel/Vrolijk Design
Website	http://www.judel-vrolijk.com/

Name	Value
Mast	67.7
Spars	Aluminum spars
Standing rigging	1x19 strand wire
Number of spreaders	2
Spreaders angle	22 °
Upwind sail area	103.03 sq.m
Downwind sail area	263.01 sq.m
Mainsail A	635
Headsail A	474
Spinnaker A	1722
Spinnaker A	1013

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Engine A
Fuel	Diesel
Power	57 HP
Type	Inboard

2014 Hanse Yachts 455

Boat Overview

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Fiberglass

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Performance & Ratios

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Sail Area to Displacement (SA/D)	0.06
Upwind SA to Displacement	22.13
Downwind SA to Displacement	43.46
Hull Displacement Speed	0.06
Displacement to Length (D/L)	8.47
Ballast to Displacement (B/D)	0.3
Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)	1.95