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Bavaria C46, the German cruiser designed by Cossutti
June 2, 2026 · 17 min · 66K views
Bavaria C46 sails fast under full white sails on blue sea
What this video covers
The Bavaria C46, a 46-foot cruiser designed by Maurizio Cossutti, balances performance and ease of handling for family sailing.0:01 The vessel features a 12.7-ton displacement, placing it between the lighter Oceanis 47 and the heavier Dufour 48.3:37 Its design prioritizes a deep draft to maximize lift and windward performance, while the sail plan—115 square meters total—is optimized for manageable, low-effort operation.3:37 The cockpit includes a new hardtop option, an electric winch for sail handling, and a self-tacking jib.6:31 Below deck, the boat offers flexible layouts ranging from three to four cabins, with high-quality interior finishes.8:02 Technical highlights include a rigid "spider" structural grid, accessible engine room compartments, and a well-organized electrical system with protected busbars.10:38 During sea trials in 4.5 knots of true wind, the boat maintained speeds near 4 knots, demonstrating a soft motion in residual swell.14:56 The vertical-battened in-mast furling mainsail provides a performance compromise closer to a classic mainsail than traditional furling systems.14:28
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