XBOAT ref :4378.CENTURION 45 - Elegance and Performance Offshore]
The CENTURION 45, designed by the renowned Wauquiez shipyard in 1991, is an exceptional sailboat that combines elegance, robustness, and performance. This offshore cruiser is ideal for demanding sailors seeking a boat capable of handling all conditions with ease and comfort.
General characteristics of the CENTURION 45
Année : 1991
Chantier : Wauquiez
Architecte : Ed Dubois
Longueur hors tout : 14.04 m
Largeur : 4.35 m
Tirant d’eau : 2.30 m
Déplacement : approx. 11 000 kg
Matériau de construction : GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic)
The CENTURION 45 is a sailboat built with a GRP hull, ensuring great strength while remaining relatively light. Its sleek and balanced design offers excellent passage at sea and good stability.
Performance and Sailing
Thanks to its fractional sloop rig and deep keel, the CENTURION 45 offers excellent sailing behavior. It is fast upwind and stable in a blow, making it ideal for both relaxed cruising and regattas. Its large ergonomic cockpit ensures excellent maneuverability, even with a reduced crew.
Gréement : Fractional sloop rig in ROD (rigging over 10 years old)
Voilure : Classic fully-batten mainsail in good condition, furling genoa with PROFURL furler, detachable staysail with snap shackle, storm jib, symmetric spinnaker with pole and jockey pole, main sail cover and lazy jack - hydraulic backstay serviced in 2023
Winchs : Self-tailing winches for ease of handling
Motorisation : PERKINS PRIMA 50 - Engine replaced by reconditioned PERKINS PRIMA in 2023, new reverse gear. Silent blocks and stuffing box replaced in 2023 - New starter 2024.
Capacité de carburant : Approx. 250 L
Capacité d’eau : Approx. 500 L
Electricité : 4x 110Ah deep-cycle batteries from 2023. Battery tester.
Electronique : New GARMIN electronics (depth sounder/speed log and autopilot), PC plotter with OpenCPN, Ocean VHF radio.
Comfort on board the CENTURION 45
The interior of the CENTURION 45 is designed to offer maximum comfort, whether for coastal sailing or long offshore passages. Its spacious and bright saloon, with fine wooden finishes, provides a warm and refined atmosphere.
Aménagement : 3 cabins
Carré : Large welcoming space with convertible table
Cuisine : Equipped with 3-burner stove, oven, refrigerator replaced in 2023 and ample storage
Salle d’eau : 2, with shower and new heads
Couchages : Up to 8 people
Sound and thermal insulation is optimized to ensure maximum comfort both underway and at anchor.
Why choose the CENTURION 45?
The CENTURION 45 is an exceptional sailboat that has won the hearts of sailing enthusiasts thanks to its build quality, sailing performance, and comfort. It is perfect for sailors seeking reliability and thrills at sea. Whether for single-handing, family cruising, or racing, this model remains a must-have reference in its category. More details and pictures on xboat.uk