Metalu Jade 48 Ketch

XBOAT ref :6319.
METALU BOATYARD (France 44)
- JADE 48 ALU
- Sloop
- Built in 1978
- METALU BOATYARD (France 44)
- Ketch
- Overall length: 16.00 m
- Hull length: 15.00 m
- Waterline length: 12.50 m
- Beam / max width: 4.25 m
- Draft: 2.50 m
- Ballast of 6000kg
- Mast with double step and bowsprit: 18.50 m
- Approximate light weight: 13,000 KG
- Central cockpit with wheel at the stern

Owner's words Loïc:
"I bought this boat in 1988, its speed and performance immediately won me over!
The boat was built in 1978 for skipper MARSAUDON, with whom I had the chance to race during the "Course au large," including the double-handed transatlantic from Lorient to Bermuda and back in 1983 aboard the trimaran Stalaven!

I purchased this Jade 48 in 1988 as an empty hull and worked on it for 2 years, notably: re-chiseling the hull, performing a complete structural reinforcement on the forward section where I doubled all the aluminum frames, then making all the woodwork and interior fittings.

I am passionate about racing and offshore sailing, and I have owned this magnificent aluminum sailing yacht for 36 years!
Today, it is a fast and comfortable boat.

Regular maintenance is part of my safety routine.
It is regularly hauled out; in April 2026, we refreshed it for spring with hull cleaning, antifouling, various inspections and repairs, anodes replaced, hull sandblasted, and four coats of zinc antifouling applied.
It is a boat ready to sail; I do everything I can myself, except for the sandblasting, which was carried out in April 2026 by a professional company.
As I age, I have made the difficult decision to part with it, and we are looking for its new owner.
It’s a stiff boat with good sail power—an upwind sailer!
It requires a bit of sportiness if you are interested in this sailing yacht!"

⛵ VINTAGE JADE 48 ALU SAILBOAT – METALU BOATYARD 44 (1978)
A racing yacht transformed into an authentic and high-performance cruisering boat, ready to sail
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Main features
• Model: Jade 48 Aluminum
• Originally built for skipper Marsaudon
• Dockyard: METALU (France)
• Year: 1978
• Type: Sloop ketch
• Overall length: 16.00 m
• Hull length: 15.00 m
• Waterline length: 12.50 m
• Beam: 4.25 m
• Draft: 2.50 m
• Ballast: 6,000 kg
• Displacement: approx. 13,000 kg
• Mast: 18.50 m – double step of bowsprit bars
• Central cockpit with aft steering wheel
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⚓ Owner’s quote
“Since 1988, this boat immediately captivated me with its speed and performance. Originally built for skipper Marsaudon, I had the chance to sail in offshore races with him.
Purchased as an empty hull, I fully customized and reinforced it myself: strengthened bow structure, bespoke carpentry, complete interior fittings.
After 36 years of passionate sailing, I part with it reluctantly. It’s a fast, seaworthy vessel, demanding, perfect for lovers of sporty sailing. Always maintained with rigor, it is ready to go today.”
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Recent work (April 2026)
• Complete hull sandblasting
• Full antifouling work
• 4 coats of zinc antifouling
• Anodes replaced
• General inspections and maintenance
Boat ready to sail immediately
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Interior layout (8-10 berths)
• Large saloon with benches (3 berths)
• Chart table + electrical panel
• Fully equipped galley (double sink, gas stove + oven on bracket)
• Pressurized fresh water
• Marina head with WC
• Aft cabin with double bed + en-suite head
• 2 forward cabins with bunk beds
• Headroom under beams: 1.90 m
• Heating: Refleks diesel stove

Functional layout, classic marine spirit, simple and robust comfort
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⚙️ Propulsion
• Engine: NANNI N4.50 – 50 HP
• Installed in 2011
• Hours: approx. 930 h
• Transmission: shaft line – bronze 3-blade propeller
• Fuel tank: 270 L (2 tanks)
• Alternator + shaft-mounted alternator
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Energy & electricity
• Gel batteries pack ~700 Ah
• Wind turbine + 2 solar panels (100 W)
• 12V / 220V circuit
• ⚠️ No shore power charger
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Navigation & electronics
• SIMRAD 6000 autopilot
• Raymarine ST60 (depth, speed, wind)
• Fixed VHF + portable
• GPS antenna (PC/tablet connection)
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Safety & equipment
• Up-to-date offshore equipment
• 6-person liferaft (revision 2028)
• EPIRB beacon (2028)
• Lewmar electric windlass + 30 kg anchor
• Zodiac dinghy 3.10 m + Yamaha 6 HP engine
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⚠️ Important to know
• Ketch sailboat (draft 2.50 m – not a beamer)
• No hot water, shower, or desalinator
• No holding tanks
• No autopilot
• Craftsmanship-quality artisanal fittings with vintage racing spirit
• Expert inspection recommended prior to purchase
Intended for experienced sailors who love fast and authentic boats
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Visiting arrangements
• Pre-recorded video visits available
• Physical visits by appointment only
• Sea trial possible under conditions (agreement + deposit)
• Owner support for trial handling
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A unique yacht for enthusiasts
This Jade 48 is not a modern production boat but a true vessel with character: fast, solid, full of history, ideal for offshore cruising.
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