Elba 45
Catamaran, twin keels · Fractional Sloop · 2019–2025
A 13.45-metre catamaran with a high sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 21.79 for spirited performance
Designed by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design, built by Fountaine Pajot.
- LOA
- Beam
- Draft (max)
- Displacement
- Hull type
- Catamaran Twin Keel
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The Elba 45, on the water
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Character
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161 — light for her waterline, so she is easily driven and quick to accelerate.
21.8 — plenty of sail for her weight; lively and quick to respond.
- Heavier than ~85% of boats her size on file
Compared with 267 boats of the same type within a quarter of her length.
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Seen 3 times across one channel of the fleet.
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The Elba 45 on video
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