Wauquiez Centurion 45

XBOAT ref: 4378.
CENTURION 45 - Elegance and Performance on the High Seas
The CENTURION 45, designed by the renowned shipyard Wauquiez in 1991, is an exceptional sailing yacht that combines elegance, sturdiness, and performance. This offshore cruiser is ideal for demanding sailors seeking a boat capable of handling all conditions with ease and comfort.
General characteristics of the CENTURION 45
• Year: 1991
• Shipyard: 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 a sailboat built with a laminated polyester hull, ensuring great strength while remaining relatively light. Its sleek and balanced design offers excellent sea passage and good stability.
Performance and sailing
Thanks to its fractional sloop rig and deep keel, the CENTURION 45 offers excellent sailing performance. It is fast upwind and stable in the wind, making it ideal for both leisurely cruises and regattas. Its large ergonomic cockpit allows excellent maneuverability, even with a reduced crew.
• Rigging: Fractional ROD sloop rig (rigging over 10 years old)
• Sails: Classic battened mainsail in good condition, PROFURL roller furling genoa, furling inner forestay, jib on snap shackle, storm jib, symmetric spinnaker with pole and jockey pole, mainsail cover and lazy jack - Hydraulic backstay serviced in 2023
• Winches: Self-tailing to facilitate maneuvers
• Engine: PERKINS PRIMA 50 - Engine replaced by refurbished PERKINS PRIMA in 2023, new gearbox. Silent blocks and stuffing box replaced in 2023 - New starter 2024
• Fuel capacity: Approximately 250 L
• Water capacity: Approximately 500 L
• Electricity: bank of 4 slow discharge 110 amp batteries from 2023. Battery tester.
• Electronics: New GARMIN electronics (log/depth/speed and autopilot) GPS/PC chartplotter with OpenCPN, Ocean VHF radio.
Comfort on board the CENTURION 45
The interior of the CENTURION 45 is designed to offer maximum comfort, whether for coastal sailing or long passages. Its spacious and bright saloon, with fine wood finishes, creates a warm and refined atmosphere.
• Layout: 3 cabins
• Saloon: Large convivial space with convertible table
• Galley: Equipped with 3-burner stove, oven, refrigerator replaced in 2023, and abundant storage
• Heads: 2, with shower and new toilets
• Berths: Sleeps up to 8 people
Sound and thermal insulation is optimized to ensure maximum comfort both underway and at anchor.
Why choose the CENTURION 45?
The CENTURION 45 is an exceptional sailboat that has captivated boating enthusiasts through its build quality, sailing performance, and comfort. It is perfect for sailors seeking reliability and excitement at sea. Whether for solo sailing, family cruises, or racing, this model remains a key reference in its category.
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