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Xc45 Next Generation boat test – a sailors’ boat

• Toby Hodges
• September 4, 2015

Toby Hodges loved the Xc45 first time around. Does this new Next Generation version add anything to the original cruising package?

All photos: Richard Langdon/Ocean Images

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Are rebranded ‘Mk II’ models just an elaborate marketing exercise? Occasionally, yes. But a number of well-respected boatbuilders adopt the practice, including Hallberg-Rassy, Oyster and Discovery – in fact, HR is on to MkIII with some boats.

Sometimes the new model is given a different name, as with the Discovery 58 that replaces the 57 or the new incarnations of Oyster’s 46 and 54, now badged the 475 and 545.

The point to consider with these popular bluewater cruisers is that there is little to be improved upon in terms of hull design that justifies the cost of building a new mould. It is more a case of breathing upon an established product to make it more practical at sea. And of using the lessons learnt from the first batch of owners to improve its liveability.

But are there enough new features on one of these rebadged luxury builds to get excited about? Can tampering actually spoil a well-established product? That was my biggest fear when invited to test X-Yachts’ new ‘Next Generation’ version of its Xc45.

Right first time

Seven years ago we travelled to Denmark to test the Xc45, the first new cruising yacht from X-Yachts. I found then that, on its first attempt, the Danish company that had its heritage rooted in racing designs had managed to create an exemplary cruising yacht. She had a shape that provided a kindly motion and yet plenty of volume, with elegant looks and was rewarding on the helm too.

I was smitten, and I was not alone. The Xc45 went on to win a European Yacht of the Year award, and a full range of cruising Xs were born. Since then an impressive 250 of these have been sold and between them have sailed around one million miles.

So why mess with such a successful design? X-Yachts has decided to go through its Xc range and update it with modifications, starting with the Xc45. ‘Next Generation’ is its slogan for these Mk II versions.

On boarding this new Xc45, I thought she seemed compact, low and narrow compared with today’s shapes – but these are not necessarily criticisms. Indeed it’s rare these days to be able to board a yacht of this size from the dock without needing steps.

Time is cruel though. Park the original X alongside a fleet of modern designs at a boat show and you’ll notice how some features have moved on. So tweaks to this Next Generation model have brought the Xc45 up to date both aesthetically and practically.

Larger hull windows immediately make the revised Xc45 look more contemporary – and they provide more light below to help freshen up a calming and fairly traditional Scandinavian-style interior.

Subtle differences

X Yachts surveyed as many Xc owners as possible about what they would change. These owners are typically couples in their sixties, occasionally sailing with friends or grown-up children. A percentage come from a racing or performance background, hence the desire for a yacht that provides some sailing fulfilment.

The improvements these owners suggested were minor details rather than major changes. It is the smaller practical things that tend to make a big difference when living aboard.

For instance, several reported that there was not enough bin space on the original design. So the galley sink on the new model is located more centrally to create large bins below the worksurface inboard.

There is a lot more stowage and optional stowage throughout. Internal storage space was obviously found wanting on the original design, in fact, as X has now used every nook and cranny possible as potential stowage space. Lockers and drawers now have self-locking, soft-closing mechanisms and the drawers are mounted on hidden runners so they can be pulled out fully.

Another improvement is to be found in the elegant counter transom. Originally X had designed a clever liferaft launching system into this, but it used valuable locker space and resulted in a small bathing platform. Liferaft stowage is now below the cockpit sole, creating a much larger, more practical platform and more stowage space aft in what was the liferaft locker. The liferaft cannot now be launched so efficiently, however, and the quarter lockers remain difficult to access.

The Xc45 has been adapted behind the scenes. X found weight savings throughout the boat in the joiner work and construction (225kg), adding this as ballast into the keel for greater stability. The stainless steel arch that supported the mainsheet has been replaced with carbon fibre, for example, saving weight and space by opening up the headroom below.

Aft cockpit appeal

We originally published a full report on the performance of the Xc45 from our Denmark test in lively conditions. As little has changed with the hull design, it was pointless to repeat the process in terms of performance evaluation. But a Solent sailing trial on the Xc45 Next Generation model, held in a gusty breeze ranging from 8-18 knots, did serve to remind me how rewarding this yacht is at sea. She is a sleek cruiser, slippery yet stable, with a soft, quiet, well-mannered motion.

Average boat length has grown significantly since the original Xc45 was launched. But what stood out for me is how ideal a size she remains for a couple or small family. By this I mean that she is easy to manoeuvre and that the loads are manageable. She is only around 14 tonnes on the water, hence the sheets can be relatively narrow in diameter (10-12mm), which is easy to handle. The cockpit is deep and well-protected from the elements, yet compact in size, and with a comparatively narrow beam it is easy to move from one wheel to the other during a tack.

The true pleasure is reserved for helming as this is a real sailor’s yacht. Some bluewater cruisers make you want to engage the autopilot after a few minutes on the helm. The X is the opposite – you won’t want to leave the wheel.

Helming from the quarters provides more pleasure than a centre-cockpit layout because the steering linkage is more direct and the sight lines are clearer. The Xc45 has good balance and enough feedback to feel small gusts yet remind you of her medium displacement. The electric mainsheet winches make handling the main a doddle from the helm, but the jib can’t be trimmed from here unless it is swapped with the mainsheet lead.

The enjoyment on the helm is accentuated further under asymmetric spinnaker – you can feel the wheel load up when the angles are pushed, and she has noticeable acceleration.

The creditable performance of the Xc45 is thanks to a design that strictly governs the allocation of weight, and a build that creates a very stiff structure. All tanks are mounted centrally below the sole for improved balance and reduced pitching. The deep immersed sections provide the interior volume needed for this tankage, plus stowage space for other essential cruising equipment.

The Xc45 uses the company’s tried and tested internal steel frame to absorb loads from the mast and encapsulated keel. Two longitudinal girders take the keel load and spread it across three main crossovers.

The words of X-Yachts designer/founder Niels Jeppesen still ring in my ears from our original test: “We design our boats like this so the keel is able to hit a rock at full hull speed.”

Creating space

Little has changed down below, but the Xc45 Next Generation comes across as smart and fresh. She has a practical layout at sea. Grabrails run along both sides of the interior and all surfaces are fiddled, so she feels secure to walk through when heeled.

X-Yachts increasingly uses white vinyl on headlinings and bulkheads in an effort to keep its interiors light and provide contrast to the traditional teak veneer. There is some neat joiner work detailing throughout – for instance, the veneer on the saloon table is set in quarters so the grain runs in four directions.

The only change to the three-cabin layout is the option for a separate shower in the aft heads instead of a permanent chart table. Surprisingly, no owners have yet chosen the former option, indicative perhaps of the traditional client base. Owners would rather crew suffer a slightly cramped heads than sacrifice a proper chart table!

The galley feels roomy and now has extra stowage space. Gone is the vertical grab bar that I appreciated for the bracing it provided by the companionway, however.

Specifications

LOA 13.86m/45ft 6in

LWL 12.76m/41ft 10in

Beam (max) 4.32m/14ft 2in

Draught 2.20m/7ft 3in

Disp (lightship) 13,220kg/29,145lb

Ballast 5,740kg/12,654lb

Sail area (100% foretriangle) 113m 2 /1,218ft 2

Engine  80hp Yanmar saildrive

Water 610lt/134gal

Fuel 440lt/97gal

Sail area:disp 20.6

Disp:LWL 177

Price ex VAT: €398,000 (£276,090)

Designed by: Niels Jeppesen/X-Yachts Design

www.x-yachts.com

The Xc45 was my ideal cruising yacht in 2007. And in truth, very little has changed with this Next Generation model. So it could be argued that the new branding is more a means of bringing the Xcs back into the public eye.

But a more positive line to take is that the original product was complete enough not to warrant large changes, and that this freshened-up version simply serves to remind us that she remains a very current, enjoyable design, one with staying power.

The Xc45 strikes a deft balance between comfort, performance, security and looks. She is a very user-friendly, inviting boat to sail, neither daunting in size nor heavy enough to exert worrying loads on the deck gear. And, for a displacement cruiser, the Xc45 really is a remarkably pleasant yacht to helm.

Could X-Yachts do more? Doubtful. The Xc45 still stands out as the sailor’s choice of production-built bluewater cruiser at this size. She is truly designed by sailors for sailors – and this is the focal element that is just as applicable today as it was when the original model was launched.

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XC 45 is a 45 ′ 5 ″ / 13.9 m monohull sailboat designed by Niels Jeppesen and built by X-Yachts starting in 2008.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Draft - shallow 1.80m/5.90’

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Over the years, the Danish boatbuilder X-Yachts has been a consistent player in our annual Boat of the Year contest. Yet despite a reputation for fine, dual-purpose racer/cruisers, the company has rarely earned a place in our winner’s circle, mainly due to its considerable emphasis on the racing side of the equation. But recently the builder has made a decided push to raise its cruising profile — yes, the “c” in the new Xc 45 stands for “cruiser” — and the finished product is an unequivocal success. To prove it, earlier this year our independent judging panel named the Niels Jeppesen-designed 45-footer the top Full-Size Cruiser Under 50 Feet for 2016.

Even Mulder and Scully, from the cult TV show The X-Files, would have to agree: Despite the vessel’s clear performance pedigree, there’s nothing strange or otherworldly about the Xc 45’s status as a wholesome, fully found, long-range cruising boat. Considering the ample tankage and storage, solid construction, top-shelf gear, and handsome lines, the judges’ collective fondness for the boat is no mystery.

“At least in my experience with X-Yachts, this is their first serious attempt at creating a nice cruising boat, and I think they did a great job,” said judge Ed Sherman. “One of the things we look at is the decibel level down below when motoring. I’m personally convinced that there’s a correlation between sound levels and overall build quality. And this boat demonstrated that to me at both a low and fast motoring speed, which got us over 8 knots. We were only experiencing about 73 decibels down below, where people might be sleeping on a fast run home. A lot of effort went into creating that low level of noise.”

The foam core in the deck and hull — a component of the composite sandwich construction that also utilizes vinylester and polyester resins, E-glass, a watertight bulkhead forward, and structural bulkheads bonded to the hull and deck — provides some of the boat’s sound-deadening, insulating qualities. But the literal centerpiece of the vessel is a signature feature of the entire X-Yacht line: a massive, integral stainless-steel frame that serves as a backbone for the yacht and absorbs loads from the keel (a cast-iron fin with an L-shaped bulb glued and bolted to the foil), rig and chainplates. It’s so bloody strong, in fact, that a strap run though an eye built directly into the steel grid can lift the boat.

Given the yacht’s Scandinavian roots and stainless-­steel skeleton, one might expect it to look like a North Sea trawler, but in fact the 45’s profile is clean, contemporary and striking, with a plumb bow, long waterline and low-profile coachroof (though the little windshield forward of the companionway, which serves as a base for the nice dodger, does hint at northern European origins).

There’s also little doubt that the Xc 45 has borrowed certain elements from its racier siblings, including twin Jefa wheels, a double-ended German-style mainsheet, Ronstan adjustable sheet leads, Spinlock rope clutches, a tall double-spreader fractional rig, and recessed running rigging led neatly below the optional teak decks. And the builders certainly didn’t skimp on the first-class gear (Andersen winches, Profurl furler, Vetus retractable bow thruster, Flexifold folding prop and so on). But with robust handholds and a hinged cockpit seat that lifts up, coupled with split hydraulic backstays to provide sweet access to the drop-down swim platform, the company also never lost focus on its mission to deliver a comfortable, capable cruising boat.

That’s also clear from the accommodation plan below. Sleeping quarters can be found in the owner’s cabin in the bow, with a centerline queen bed and en suite head, and in the twin double cabins in the stern, which share a second head to starboard, situated just aft of a dedicated navigation station. The L-shaped galley, to port, is nestled just behind a roomy U-shaped settee and generous dining table; another settee is situated opposite. Altogether, there are plenty of good sea berths for bluewater work.

On top of everything else, the Xc 45 sails like a witch. Though we tested her on a less-than-stellar Chesapeake Bay morning — we started off with around 6 knots of true wind, which “built” to around 8 knots during our trials — even in the little puffs you could feel the boat accelerate. And in the light air, the boat was still capable of boat speeds that matched the wind speed, reaching along at 7.5 knots in the same amount of breeze. And this was with the boat’s smaller, 108 percent jib; a 140 percent genoa is also available. She was just as slippery under power, doing better than 8 knots with the 80-horsepower Yanmar clicking over at a steady 2,500 rpm.

In deliberations afterward, judge Alvah Simon ran through his notes on the 45: “Good dodger with handles. Winches are placed well. Twin helms were very nice. The teak deck had good nonskid, was very attractive. Pulpits, stanchion and lifelines very robust. Gates port and starboard, something you don’t see on many boats. Good pumps, padeyes, provision for jacklines. Excellent LPG locker. I’m going down my whole list and I see lots of stars. This boat is well put together.”

Clearly, Simon and his fellow panelists were duly impressed with the Xc 45. You might even say that as a thoroughly modern cruising machine, this X certainly marks the spot.

Specifications

LOA: 45’6″ (13.86 m) LWL: 41’10” (12.76 m) Beam: 14’2″ (4.32 m) Draft: 5’11″/7’3″ (1.8/2.2 m) Sail Area: (108%) 1,145 sq. ft. (112 sq m) Ballast: 12,655 lb. (5,740 kg) Displacement: 29,145 lb. (13,220 kg) Ballast/Displacement: 0.43 Displacement/Length:178 Sail Area/Displacement: 19.2 Water: 161 gal. (610 l) Fuel: 116 gal. (440 l) Holding: 29 gal. (110 l) Mast Height: 71′ (21.65 m) Engine: 80 hp Yanmar Designer: Niels Jeppesen/X-Yachts Price:$600,000

X-Yachts USA 860-536-7776 www.x-yachts.com

Herb McCormick is Cruising World’s executive editor.

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Luxury is in each detail WINNER 2009 PERFORMANCE CRUISER The Xc 45 was launched in 2008 as the first of a new breed of cruising orientated X-Yachts. The Xc 45 won the prestigious title of “European Yacht of the Year 2009” in the “Luxury Cruiser” category, and it keeps on winning; crowned ‘Best Peformance Cruiser’ by Sailing Today in 2015, nominated for ‘Best Worldwide Production Sailing Yacht under 15 metres’ at the Asia Boating Awards and winning ‘Best Full-Size Cruiser Under 50-feet’ at the Cruising World Boat of the Year Awards in 2016. Following extensive feedback from a large group of...

If you thought this was just going to be another X-Yachts branded performance cruiser, think again! Toby Hodges, Yachting World, Great Britain

DESIGNER’S COMMENTS One of the main differences between the Xperformance and Xcruising ranges is the hull design. The Xc range, with its deeper hull sections, provides a greater interior volume for tanks and other essential cruising equipment. Deeper V-shaped forward hull sections ensure a smooth and comfortable motion when the yacht is sailed into waves (either under sail or engine). The greater displacement allows for a heavier keel to be fitted. The large fuel and freshwater tanks and the heavy battery bank are all strategically located low and central in the yacht for excellent weight...

The model to starboard displays standard options with optional teak laid side decks, whilst the model to port shows optional toughened glass windshield and optional cockpit bimini and optional Flexiteek on coach roof and side decks. The standard cockpit & bathing platform teak is upgraded to Flexiteek when either of these options is chosen. These descriptions, illustrations and dimensions are not contractual binding. FIND OUT MORE AT X-YACHTS.COM

XC R U ISI N G Q UALITI ES Designed and developed for long-distance cruising, the Xc 45 takes many of the qualities of the performance X-Yachts such as rod rigging and fully encapsulated keels, but also has many features that make it ideal for offshore passage making: • Hydraulic backstay adjuster A powerful engine in a well sound insulated compartment, with a 3-bladed folding propeller L arge fuel and fresh water tanks, all strategically located low and central in the yacht for optimum weight distribution n immensely strong steel hull girder frame, taking the A loads from the composite...

Nothing can substitute experience Paolo Coelho

OWNER S ’ COMMENTS T WO O F O U R OWN ER S D ES C R IB E TH EIR XC 4 5 E XPER IENC ES . . . DAVE & D EE KE AV Y, AU STR ALIA “Five years ago we began our love affair with our Xc 45 ‘Solero’. We picked her up from the factory and spent two wonderful seasons cruising around Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway. Seeing places and sailing in conditions so different to our native Australia. This included a trip of a life time through the Göta and Trollhättan canals from the east to the west coast of Sweden. But the Mediterranean was always our goal and with the assistance of the factory we had...

D EC K L AYO UT Both boats shown with optional sidedeck teak. Boat to port is shown with Flexiteek upgrade with optional coachroof ‘teak’ and fixed windscreen. These descriptions, illustrations and dimensions are not contractual binding. FIND OUT MORE AT X-YACHTS.CO

All halyards pass below the deck surface and are stored in the cockpit floor self draining “bin”. Self-draining, acrylic dropboard is supported by gas struts for easy adjustment. Folding teak cockpit table with GRP instrument support, designed to fit a chart plotter and autopilot instruments. Storage in centre of table. Optional grabrail on forward end. Stainless steel self-tailing Andersen Winches, which can be upgraded to be electrical powered, are part of Xc 45´s comprehensive standard quality. In the foredeck a deep sail locker, with integrated self draining anchor chain compartment....

Optional aluminium framed windshield shown above with optional cockpit bimini. Sprayhood with cockpit tent is also available. The standard spray hood rests in a “sock” when folded. These descriptions, illustrations and dimensions are not contractual binding. The standard spray hood is supported by three stainless steel frames. For canvas colour options, see page 22-23. Xc 45 comes optional with an aluminium framed windshield with toughened glass. The optional windshield with the raised spray hood. FIND OUT MORE AT X-YACHTS.COM DECK DETAILS

H U LL TR I M STR I PES A standard Xc 45 comes in a pure white (RAL9010) gelcoat with pebble grey (RAL 7032) waterlines and sheerline stripe, optional light grey (RAL 7035) or iron grey (RAL 7011) waterlines and sheerline stripes are available. White hull with pebble grey stripes White hull with light grey stripes White hull with iron grey stripes Pebble Grey hull with white stripes Light Grey hull with white stripes White hull with dark blue stripes E X TE R I O R FAB R I C S Choose between standard taupe (Swela 37329) or alternatively dark grey (Swela 37365) or silver grey (Swela 37362)...

Quality begins on the inside... ...then works its way out Bob Moawad – Innovato

INTERIOR L AYO UTS Two interior layouts are offered with a variety of surface finishes. See p36-37 for more details. STANDAR D L AYO UT Owner’s cabin forward, with owner’s head compartment and separate shower. Large saloon with seating for 6 around the table, plus additional sofa on starboard side. Dedicated forward facing nav station with ample space for charts. Spacious galley with 3-burner stove and optional front opening fridge. Aft ‘wet’ head with pull out shower. Spacious aft double cabins with storage under berth. O P TIO NAL L AYO UT Owner’s cabin forward, with owner’s head...

SALOON The spacious saloon is flooded with light from coachroof portlights and deck hatches. The large dining table with integrated wine bottle compartment can comfortably host 6 guests. Seating consists of a spacious U-Sofa on port side and an additional sofa or seats on starboard side, depending on layout. These descriptions, illustrations and dimensions are not contractual binding. Above: The standard Xc 45 saloon with optional galley transverse cupboard. The saloon table has a built in wine storage Right: Wooden grills hide speakers for the optional entertainment systems. FIND OUT MORE...

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Yacht Summary

• Manufacturer: X-Yachts
• Model: Xc 45
• Build Year: 2010
• Lying: ISRAEL, Israel
• Price: €460,000 (excluding EU VAT)
• Dealer: X-Yachts Israel
• Contact: Easy Swissa
• Phone: +972503323147
• Email: [email protected]

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FULL BOAT SPECIFICATIONS:

Hull: Cooper coat treatment made in 2021 All new seacocks made in 2021

DECK: 2 electric genoa winches Electric mainsheet winch Electric haylyard winch Bemini in canvas with stainless steel tubes and deck fittings for cockpit Stainless steel frame with teak planking and tack attachment point for optional asymetric spinnaker outbord engine bracket 75 meter 10mm galvenized chain.

MAST AND RIGGINIG: 2 mast steps, additional, fitted Tricolour mast head light Removable inner forstay package Boom lift Rod rig replaced at 2021 including new spreders. ​ SAIL HANDLING: Gennaker equipment including 2 spectra sheet, 2 Ronstan spinnaker blocks, 2 Ronstan cleats and 2 Wichard shackles.

SAILS: code 0 (2021) North Sails Gennaker (2010) Nort Sails Main & Jib (2015)

INTERIOR : Fridge 85 liters. ​ microwave oven Gas stove

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: 3 new screens outside above the entrance Raymarine ST290 base pack including 2 graphic display, speed transducer, depth transducer, wind transducer.​ (replaced by new 2022) Raymarine autopilot Raymarine VHF Ray 240E Raymarine E80 chartploter Raymarine 240E handset, second station, fitted charttable Jvc multimedia center in main cabin near navigation station Bose cockpit loudspeakers JVC flat screen tv 19'' in main cabin 3 aditional 220v sockets Aditional 12v socket in cockpit Galvanic isolator 30 amp load capacity Red night light in main cabin Electrical bating platform hatch remote control to operate hatch. Up/down switch for anchor at the helm

PLUMBING: Manual pump for freshwater added in gally seawater tap with electrical pump Electrical toilet​

ACCESSORIES: Fisher Panda generator 4000i, 4KW airconditioning for main cabin, owners and aft cabins, 1 unit with 16000 BTU and 1 unit with 6000 BTU for aft cabin. Max power, retractable bow thruster​

Owner's Comments

This boat sense day 1 was taken care very well. With a full-time job Captain that was working on this boat, you can be sure she very well maintained, with very low sailing hours, and high spec.

Dont hesitate to contact X-YACHTS Israel for more info. Easy Swissa: 00972503323147 / [email protected] Avi swissa: 00972503323149 / [email protected]

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• Brand new spray hood and bimini!

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Catalina 445 vs X-Yachts Xc45

Elena Russo

The Catalina 445 vs X-Yachts xc45. On the water, they like cousins. But when you dig inside these indeed are very similar sailboats, but one surely outshines the other. One is on the used market for twice the price as the other, but is there twice the value packed into one boat over the other?

Let’s find out.

Catalina 445

The Catalina 445 is a popular cruising sailboat that is known for its comfort and ease of sailing. It has a spacious interior with plenty of headroom, and a large cockpit that is perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The Catalina 445 is also relatively easy to sail, making it a good choice for first-time cruisers.

X-Yachts xc45

The X-Yachts xc45 is a performance-oriented cruising sailboat that is known for its speed and handling. It has a sleek, modern design and a powerful rig that makes it a pleasure to sail in a variety of conditions. The X-Yachts xc45 is also well-equipped for cruising, with a spacious interior and a large cockpit.

Comparison of Two Cruising Sailboats Under 50ft

The Catalina 445 and the X-Yachts xc45 are both excellent cruising sailboats, but they have different strengths and weaknesses. The Catalina 445 is more comfortable and easier to sail, while the X-Yachts xc45 is faster and more responsive. Ultimately, the best boat for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences.

Here is a more detailed comparison of the two boats:

Here are some additional factors to consider when choosing a sailboat for cruising:

• Your budget: Sailboats can range in price from a few thousand dollars to several million dollars. It’s important to set a budget before you start shopping so that you don’t overspend.
• Your experience level: If you’re a beginner, you’ll want to choose a boat that’s easy to sail and doesn’t require a lot of maintenance.
• Your needs: How many people will be living on the boat? How much space do you need for storage? Do you want a boat with a head (bathroom)?
• Your lifestyle: Do you plan to sail in the ocean or in coastal waters? Do you want a boat that’s comfortable for long-term cruising?

Once you’ve considered all of these factors, you’ll be able to narrow down your choices and find the perfect sailboat for your needs.

What Makes the Catalina 445 a Good Cruising Sailboat?

The Catalina 445 is a good cruising sailboat because it is comfortable, easy to sail, and well-equipped for long-term cruising. It has a spacious interior with plenty of headroom, and a large cockpit that is perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The Catalina 445 is also relatively easy to sail, making it a good choice for first-time cruisers.

Features of the Catalina 445

Here are some of the features that make the Catalina 445 a good cruising sailboat:

• Comfortable interior: The Catalina 445 has a spacious interior with plenty of headroom. The main cabin has a large V-berth, a settee that converts to a double berth, and a hanging locker. The forward cabin has a single berth and a hanging locker. The galley is well-equipped with a two-burner stove, a refrigerator, and a sink. The head has a shower stall and a vanity.
• Easy to sail: The Catalina 445 is relatively easy to sail, making it a good choice for first-time cruisers. It has a forgiving hull design and a powerful rig that makes it easy to handle in a variety of conditions.
• Well-equipped for cruising: The Catalina 445 is well-equipped for long-term cruising. It has a large cockpit with plenty of storage space, a watermaker, a generator, and a windlass. It also has a comfortable flybridge that is perfect for taking in the views or relaxing in the sun.

Overall, the Catalina 445 is a good choice for anyone looking for a comfortable, easy-to-sail, and well-equipped cruising sailboat.

What Makes the X-Yachts Xc-45 a Good Cruising Sailboat?

The X-Yachts Xc-45 is a good cruising sailboat because it is fast, comfortable, and well-equipped. It has a sleek, modern design and a powerful rig that makes it a pleasure to sail in a variety of conditions. The X-Yachts Xc-45 is also well-equipped for cruising, with a spacious interior and a large cockpit.

Features of the Xc-45

Here are some of the features that make the X-Yachts Xc-45 a good cruising sailboat:

• Speed: The X-Yachts Xc-45 is a fast sailboat, making it a pleasure to sail in a variety of conditions. It has a sleek, modern design and a powerful rig that allows it to plane easily.
• Comfort: The X-Yachts Xc-45 is a comfortable sailboat, with a spacious interior and a large cockpit. The main cabin has a large V-berth, a settee that converts to a double berth, and a hanging locker. The forward cabin has a single berth and a hanging locker. The galley is well-equipped with a two-burner stove, a refrigerator, and a sink. The head has a shower stall and a vanity.
• Equipped for cruising: The X-Yachts Xc-45 is well-equipped for long-term cruising. It has a large cockpit with plenty of storage space, a watermaker, a generator, and a windlass. It also has a comfortable flybridge that is perfect for taking in the views or relaxing in the sun.

Overall, the X-Yachts Xc-45 is a good choice for anyone looking for a fast, comfortable, and well-equipped cruising sailboat.

Which boat is right for you?

We’d like to know. Drop us your thoughts in the comments below.

Which is better for offshore sailing? Does the Catalina have better comfort features? Is the Xc-45 better for light-wind sailing? Is the Xc-45 worth twice the price on the used market?

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4 responses to “catalina 445 vs x-yachts xc45”.

XYacht is way overpriced!! These boats are so much alike, it blows my mind that they’d have such a price difference.

Remarkebly similar cockpit in these two 45 footers. I’d choose the xc45 for that deep keel and deep rudder. Makes all the difference offshore

I’m thinking the same. A 45 foot cruising boat should be $200-400k in the used market, less than 10 years old. No amount of upgrades can change that.

The budget for the xYacht is a major problem. The interiors of these two boats are nearly identical. They have different hhulls for sure. xYacht leaning more to the performance side, and Catalina more to the heavier ballasted cruising side. But that’s about preference not price. I don’t get it for the xyacht pricing.

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Boat Test: 2023 Axopar 45 XC

• By Phil Draper
• March 27, 2023

Axopar ’s 45 XC Cross Cabin is based on the same hugely successful formula as its smaller sisters, the 37, 28, 25 and the entry-level 22—but this one’s on steroids.

Deep walk-around decks and the chunky virtually all-glass cabin with its forward-raked windshield all shout “any-weather adventure.” Likewise, the slightly reversed stem and 900 heavy horses on the transom all scream “let’s go!”

That go-anywhere appeal was reinforced the afternoon we joined our test boat, the first one afloat, at the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival. It glinted in the sunshine, complete with a kayak and an erect electric mountain bike strapped to the hardtop.

Interior and Accessories

The cabin is a Swiss Army knife of features. Stuff slides and glides back and forth, folds up and down, and pulls and pushes in and out, which extracts maximum functionality. For instance, that wheelhouse offers two big canvas sunroofs and a pair of sliding doors on both sides that can slide back to open the forward end of the cabin around the triple-seat helm and companionway, or they can slide forward to open up the lounge-diner end of the cabin to the side decks. If that’s not enough, when in the latter position, corresponding sections of the bulwarks can fold down on both sides to create bench seating, which makes the whole area feel so much more connected to the water.

What’s more, Axopar mounted the aft table and the wet bar/galley module on tracks so they can push forward or back as required. The table also rotates. It’s all about giving those aboard the ability to maximize the space according to the activity.

The forward cabin is surprising in several ways. For starters, it is spacious, zoned with a lower salon with wraparound-sofa seating and an open-plan V-berth tucked into the bow, plus a good-size head-shower compartment. Windows and a skylight above make it nice and bright. But the real wow comes when you open the gullwing doors to flood the space below with even more light and fresh air, never mind provide another two ways to climb in and out. In the right anchorage and with a suitable weather forecast, that means everything can be left open—what a marvelous way to overnight.

On deck, there’s plenty of play space. Essentially, there are sun pads and loungers on the foredeck and various options for the aft cockpit, such as the U-shaped seating with a table aboard our test boat. An alternative cockpit layout features a high sun pad, topping an aft cabin module. We saw the aft cabin and can certify that it will comfortably weekend a couple. 

Our test boat had the maximum number of horses harnessed—triple Mercury Verado 300 outboards, pre-rigged at the factory in Poland.

With just two of us aboard, and despite Force 4 (15-knot) breezes and lumpy yard-high seas, we were topping out at 42 knots for most of the afternoon we spent aboard. The claimed 48-knot top speed seemed just out of reach until we found ourselves in a slightly flatter spot in the bay by accident, where the 45 XC could sit back more comfortably and stretch its legs properly. Our best reciprocal runs were 47.2 knots and 45.1 knots, respectively.

The bite from those triple Mercs is very satisfying. The boat’s on plane in just under 10 seconds and flat-out in around 30. The 45 XC will oversteer a bit if you let it, which to me always makes the driving experience all the more engaging. There were no obvious cavitation issues either, although you will lose some of the twin-step advantage briefly when cornering too tightly.

The fast-cruise sweet spot is around 38 knots, which translates to around 80 percent of the available rev range and an ultimate range of almost 270 nautical miles. Dropping the speed a bit has a minimal impact on overall range.

Like the rest of the Axopars, prices are keen for what you get, which is a lot. Despite the cost of the trans-Atlantic delivery from the build site in Poland to Florida included, the base price for the 45 XC is $663,880. However, our boat had a good selection of options. All up, it totaled $832,720, but even that didn’t include the optional Seakeeper nor the aft cabin options. Just recently, Axopar also released similar US pricing for the various derivatives. For instance, there’s a fully open 45 Spyder version, which starts at $606,203, then there are three more open-with-roof types from which to choose—namely, the 45 T-Top, 45 Sun-Top and 45 Cross Top.

This 45 is not only up there with the big center-consoles in terms of performance, but it also offers the cabin practicality for even more ambitious cruising itineraries. That feature set makes picking a comparison boat difficult. Big, efficient, ready-for-adventure boats, such as MJM ’s 4 model ($1.69 million with triple Mercury 300s), cost a lot more. These are also fitted out to a higher level of luxury and precision, and constructed with more costly materials and higher-tech processes. Where the Axopar is akin to a bright, airy, luxury Airbnb, boats like the MJM are more like custom homes. Both can serve as a base for your next boating adventure.

How We Tested

• Engines: Triple 300 hp Mercury Verado V-8 4.6-liter outboards
• Drive/Props: Outboard/Enertia Eco 16″ x 19″ 3-blade stainless (port and starboard); Enertia 13.6″ x 21″ 3-blade stainless (center)
• Gear Ratio: 1.75:1 Fuel Load: 280 gal. Water Load: 20 gal. Crew Weight: 350 lb.

High Points

• Versatile cabin, especially the sliding side-deck doors and the huge opening sunroofs.
• Fold-down bulwarks that create mini bench-cum-balconies.
• Opening hatch-style skylights in the forward cabin.
• Cabin is noisy, with a lot of rattling and squeaking, which we suspect is down to our boat being a preproduction prototype.

Pricing and Specs

Speed, efficiency, operation.

Axopar Boats – axopar.com

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