Dufour 455 Grand’Large

Posted on 05/06/2008 EST @ 18:06 under: Cruising Sailing Yachts, Dufour
Dufour 455 Grand’Large
Dufour Yachts has entered into a new era. In only a couple of seasons, the yard has succeeded in acquiring the reputation of a boat builder of stylish, comfortable, seaworthy and high quality sailing yachts.

This Dufour 455 is a perfect example:

* sleek deck lines
* waterline extended as much as possible
* a plumb bow
* spacious cockpit with twin steering wheel system
* tilting skipper's seat to profide access to a life raft storage compartment
* wide swimming platform
* Interior: Moabi wood work highlighted by plenty of natural light via numerous deck hatches
* Master cabin up front: king size bed with ensuite heads
* Hull and rig: designed for fast cruising, ease of handling in full comfort

SPECIFICATIONS

Length Overall
13,76 m / 45'1"
Length Waterline
11,91 m / 44'1"
Maximum Beam
4,30 m / 14'1"
Draft
2,00m - 2,20m / 6'6"
Ballast
~ 3.000 kg / ~ 6,614 lbs
Displacement
~ 10.426 kg / ~ 24,251 lbs
Genoa surface 140%
58,20 m²
Mainsail surface
41,20 m²
Engine
55 hp (41kW)
Version
3 - 4 cabins
CE Certification
CE Category A

Source: Dufour Yachts

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