2005 Beneteau Oceanis 473

The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 473 is a fiberglass cruising sailboat built for extended passages and comfortable living at sea. At 47 feet with a 14-foot beam, she carries four cabins and three heads across a well-proportioned hull. Her single 75-horsepower Yanmar diesel provides a cruising speed of 6.5 knots and powers a bow thruster for tight maneuvering in confined spaces.

The accommodation layout reflects a cruising-oriented design. One of the original three heads has been converted to storage and fitted with a 3-kilogram clothes washer that runs from the onboard Victron inverter. A Shenker watermaker produces 30 liters per hour, supported by four large fresh water tanks for self-sufficiency during extended voyages. The boat carries an arch fitted with solar panels and davits, plus a wind generator for auxiliary power production.

Her sail plan centers on a staysail mounted to a Facnor furler, keeping handling manageable in heavy trade winds. Ground tackle includes multiple anchors and substantial ground chain. Electronics have been recently updated and include radar. A comprehensive inventory of cruising gear and systems reflects active maintenance and detailed record keeping over recent years.