Stevens Custom 47
Description
The Stevens Custom 47 is a 47‑foot bluewater cruising yacht designed by Dick Carter and built by Stevens Yachts (Foekje Brouwer yard, Netherlands) from the late 1970s through the early 1980s. Approximately 12–15 hulls were produced, each as a semi‑custom order showcasing Stevens' exceptional Dutch craftsmanship. The Custom 47 combines Carter's fast hull lines with a fin keel, skeg‑hung rudder, powerful fractional sloop rig, and luxurious accommodations. Construction featured premium hand‑laid fiberglass, balsa coring, extensive teak joinery, and high‑end deck gear. Known for its balance of performance, comfort, and seaworthiness, the Custom 47 excels at fast ocean passages while offering center‑cockpit security and spacious living quarters.
Construction Details
| Designer | Dick Carter |
|---|---|
| Builder | Stevens Yachts (Netherlands) |
| Length | 47.000 ft |
| LOA | 47.000 ft |
| LWL | 39.000 ft |
| Beam | 13.500 ft |
| Displacement | 28000 lb |
| Ballast | 11000 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.500 ft |
| Year Built | 1979 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 60 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 19 ft |
| p | 52.84 ft |
| e | 18 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 ft | 19 ft | 52.84 ft | 18 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Stevens Custom 47 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 52.84 ft - (16106 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Leech | * 55.06 ft - (16782 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.99 ° |
| Diagonal | * 55.22 ft - (16831 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 475.09 ft² |
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Stevens Custom 47 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 50.35 ft - (15347 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 25.12 ft - (7657 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.79 ft - (13347 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.85 ft - (6660 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 549.99 ft² |
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Stevens Custom 47 - GENOA
| Luff | * 59.79 ft - (18224 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 30.65 ft - (9342 mm) |
| Leech | * 56.27 ft - (17151 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 28.5 ft - (8687 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 852.06 ft² |
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Stevens Custom 47 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 59.79 ft - (18224 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 34.2 ft - (10424 mm) |
| Foot | * 34.2 ft - (10424 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 1738.1 ft² |
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