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Contest 45CS

Perfectly set for distance cruising with the big boat comforts of central cockpit and large, full beam, aft master suite, the Contest 45CS is a familiar sight on the circumnavigator’s circuit. With primarily a two sleeping cabin plan with option of a third bunked cabin or workshop, she presents a very practical living and sailing arrangement. Finish, furnishing and equipping are all to Contest’s customary high standards with optional personalisations to make your boat very much your own.

The cockpit’s central wheel helm station presents a commanding position and excellent forward view with sheets and sail controls within reach for simplified short handing. She sails fast, tracking well with good feedback from the Jefa steering system, and with little heel thanks to good cruising design principles such as big, central, underfloor tanks contributing to form stability. 

specifications

main dimensions

Length overal 13.70 m 44.9 ft
Length waterline 11.64 m 38.19 ft
Maximum beam 4.10 m 13.3 ft
Displacement 13,500 kg 29,760 lbs
Draft bulb keel 1,95 m 6.40 ft 
Ballast bulb keel 5,100 kg 11,244 lbs
Mast height above waterline 21.08 m 68.9 ft 
Main sail  54 m2 581 ft2
Genoa 108% 49 m2  527 ft2 
Fuel tank  286 ltr 63 imp. gal.
Water tank  420 ltr 92.4 imp. gal.
Engine, Yanmar 55.2 kW 75 hp

polar performance diagram

The diagram shows the exceptional upwind and reaching potential of the 45CS.
Curves from in- to outside are calculated at 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 20 knots true windspeed.

polar performance diagram

stability curve

The stability curve shows a high initial stability and great sail carrying capacity. The stability range of more than 130° exceeds the CE norm by a wide margin.

 

stability curve