The Swan 46 was designed by Germán Frers at the height of his career and built by Nautor AB in Finland—a pairing that produced one of the most respected sailing yachts ever built. Certified to Lloyd's standards, this 46-footer combines performance with ocean-going capability. The yacht's deck layout is organized for efficiency, with generous winch placement suited to racing crews of eight to ten or family cruising groups. She handles well under power from a single 63 hp Vetus diesel engine, reaching speeds around eight knots.
Below deck, the interior showcases Nautor's characteristic Scandinavian craftsmanship. Varnished old-growth teak panels and laminated trim create a warm, durable cabin environment. The aft cabin features a centerline double berth with an ensuite head and shower to starboard, offering privacy from the rest of the yacht. The galley, positioned aft to port, is spacious and well-appointed with a double stainless sink and separate refrigerator-freezer combination, allowing comfortable provisioning for extended cruising.
The forward cabin serves dual purposes: in racing configuration, two matched bunks hinge against the hull to free space for sail stowage; for cruising, they form a V-berth that sleeps two adults or three children. The layout includes a crew head forward with Blake toilets. An open saloon connects the main living areas, allowing crew interaction during meal preparation and daily life.
The 46 accommodates three cabins and two heads, designed to suit experienced crews ranging from two for double-handed sailing to twelve or fourteen for day cruising, with seven to eight for overnight passages. This is a yacht built for both serious sailing and extended cruising comfort.
Length
46.00 FT
Beam
14.42 FT
Draft
8.25 FT
Material
Fiberglass
Shape
Displacement
Cabins
3
Heads
2
Crew Cabins
1
Engines
1
Engine Make
Vetus
Engine Model
VH4.65
Power
NaN HP
Hours
775 HRS
Fuel
Diesel
Cruising Speed
7.00 KTS
Max Speed
8.50 KTS
Fuel
70 GAL
Water
120 GAL