XBOAT ref :4378.CENTURION 45 - Elegance and Performance at Sea
The CENTURION 45, designed by the renowned shipyard Wauquiez in 1991, is an exceptional sailboat that combines elegance, robustness, and performance. This offshore cruiser is ideal for discerning sailors seeking a boat capable of facing all conditions with ease and comfort.
General Characteristics of the CENTURION 45
• Year: 1991
• Shipyard: Wauquiez
• Architect: Ed Dubois
• Overall Length: 14.04 m
• Beam: 4.35 m
• Draft: 2.30 m
• Displacement: Approximately 11,000 kg
• Construction Material: Reinforced Polyester
The CENTURION 45 is a sailboat built with a fiberglass hull, ensuring great strength while remaining relatively light. Its sleek and balanced design provides excellent sea-keeping abilities and good stability.
Performance and Navigation
Thanks to its fractional sloop rig and deep keel, the CENTURION 45 offers excellent sailing performance. It is fast and stable, making it ideal for both leisurely cruises and regattas. Its large, ergonomic cockpit allows for excellent maneuverability, even with a reduced crew.
• Rigging: Fractional Sloop Rig (Rigging over 10 years old)
• Sails: Classic latticed mainsail in good condition, furling genoa on PROFURL, detachable forestay, staysail on snap shackle, storm jib, symmetric spinnaker, spinnaker pole and jockey pole, mainsail cover and lazy jacks - Hydraulic Pataras revised in 2023
• Winches: Self-tailing for easy maneuvers
• Engine: PERKINS PRIMA 50 - Engine replaced with reconditioned PERKINS PRIMA in 2023, new gearbox. Silent block and stuffing box replaced in 2023 - New starter 2024.
• Fuel Capacity: Approximately 250 L
• Water Capacity: Approximately 500 L
• Electricity: Set of 4 110 amp slow-discharge batteries from 2023. Battery tester.
• Electronics: New GARMIN electronics (Plotter/depth sounder/speedometer and autopilot) GPS/PC Chartplotter with OpenCPN, VHF Oceanic Radio.
Comfort Onboard the CENTURION 45
The interior of the CENTURION 45 is designed to offer maximum comfort, whether for coastal navigation or long crossings. Its spacious and bright saloon, with precious wood finishes, provides a warm and refined atmosphere.
• Layout: 3 cabins
• Saloon: Large convivial space with convertible table.
• Galley: Equipped with 3-burner stove, oven, refrigerator replaced in 2023, and numerous storage compartments
• Bathrooms: 2, with shower and WC (new)
• Berths: Up to 8 people
Sound and thermal insulation are optimized to ensure maximum comfort while sailing and at anchor.
Why Choose the CENTURION 45?
The CENTURION 45 is an exceptional sailboat that has won over nautical enthusiasts with its build quality, sailing performance, and comfort. It is perfect for navigators seeking reliability and sensations at sea. Whether for solo navigation, family outings, or regattas, this model remains an unmissable reference in its category. More details and pictures on xboat.uk