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Southerly 49

Picture a bluewater-capable cruiser that can dry out on a beach as easily as it can ride out a gale at sea and you know what sets the Southerly 49 apart. As well as a swing keel that lets it float in less than 3 feet of water, the British-built boat has a luxurious interior and a powerful, easily handled sailplan.SPECS:LOA 49ft 7in LWL 44ft 3in BEAM 13ft
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Picture a bluewater-capable cruiser that can dry out on a beach as easily as it can ride out a gale at sea and you know what sets the Southerly 49 apart. As well as a swing keel that lets it float in less than 3 feet of water, the British-built boat has a luxurious interior and a powerful, easily handled sailplan.

SPECS:

LOA 49ft 7in

LWL 44ft 3in

BEAM 13ft 9in

DRAFT 2ft 10in (keel up) 10ft 3in (keel down)

DISPLACEMENT 33,069lb

BALLAST 7,011lb

BUILDER Northshore Shipyard

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