Wauquiez Centurion 45

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CENTURION 45 - Elegance and Performance on the High Seas
The CENTURION 45, designed by the renowned shipyard Wauquiez in 1991, is an exceptional sailboat that combines elegance, robustness, and performance. This offshore cruiser is ideal for demanding sailors seeking a vessel capable of facing all conditions with ease and comfort.
General features of the CENTURION 45
• Year: 1991
• Yard: Wauquiez
• Architect: Ed Dubois
• Overall length: 14.04 m
• Beam: 4.35 m
• Draft: 2.30 m
• Displacement: approximately 11,000 kg
• Construction material: Reinforced polyester
The CENTURION 45 is built with a fiberglass laminate hull, ensuring high strength while remaining relatively lightweight. Its sleek and balanced design provides excellent seaworthiness and stability.
Performance and navigation
Thanks to its fractional sloop rig and deep keel, the CENTURION 45 offers excellent sailing behavior. It is fast upwind and stable in winds, making it suitable for both relaxed cruises and regattas. Its large ergonomic cockpit allows for excellent maneuverability, even with a small crew.
• Rig: Fractional sloop rig in ROD (rigging over 10 years old)
• Sails: Classic battened main sail in good condition, PROFURL furling genoa, furling staysail, sail on shackle, storm jib, symmetric spinnaker, whisker pole and jockey pole, mainsail cover and lazy jack - Hydraulic jack stay revised in 2023
• Winches: Self-tailing for easier maneuvers
• Engine: PERKINS PRIMA 50 - Engine replaced with reconditioned PERKINS PRIMA in 2023, new gear lever. Silent block and stuffing box replaced in 2023 - New starter in 2024.
• Fuel capacity: About 250 L
• Water capacity: About 500 L
• Electricity: Set of 4 batteries, 110 Ah deep cycle batteries in 2023. Battery tester.
• Electronics: New GARMIN electronics (depth/sonar/speedo and autopilot), PC GPS/Chartplotter with OpenCPN, Ocean VHF Radio.
Onboard comfort of the CENTURION 45
The interior of the CENTURION 45 is designed to offer maximum comfort, whether for coastal navigation or long crossings. Its spacious and bright saloon, with fine wood finishes, provides a warm and refined atmosphere.
• Layout: 3 cabins
• Saloon: Large convivial space with convertible table.
• Kitchen: Equipped with gas stove (3 burners), oven, refrigerator replaced in 2023, and plenty of storage.
• Bathrooms: 2, with shower and toilets (new).
• Sleeping arrangements: Up to 8 persons
Soundproofing and thermal insulation are optimized to guarantee maximum comfort both at sea and at anchor.
Why choose the CENTURION 45?
The CENTURION 45 is an exceptional sailboat that has captivated sailing enthusiasts with its build quality, performance under sail, and comfort. It is perfect for sailors seeking reliability and thrilling sea experiences. Whether for solo navigation, family cruises, or regattas, this model remains a benchmark in its category.
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