The Westerly Ocean 49, a centre cockpit cutter, was designed by Ed Dubois and built in the UK by Westerly Marine Ltd.
Underwater Configuration: Fin keel and spade rudder
Hull Material: GRP (Fibreglass)
Length Overall: 48'6" (14.8m)
Waterline Length: 42'1" (12.8m)
Beam: 15'1" (4.6m)
Draft: 7'0" (2.1m)
Rig Type: Cutter - a sloop rigged version was also produced
Displacement: 28,935lb (13,125kg)
Designer: Ed Dubois
Builder: Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK)
Year First Built: 1993
Owners Association: Westerly Owners Association
1. Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: Not published
2. Ballast/Displacement Ratio: 40.0
3. Displacement/Length Ratio: 173
4. Comfort Ratio: 27.4
5. Capsize Screening Formula: 2.0
Performance Predictions, Based on the Design Ratios
One way to evaluate the performance of a sailboat is to look at its design ratios, which are numerical indicators of various aspects of the boat's design. Here are some of the design ratios for the Westerly Ocean 49, and what they mean:
Production Period and Numbers Produced
The Westerly Ocean 49 was produced from 1993 to 1998 by Westerly Marine in Waterlooville, Hampshire, England. It was one of the last models that Westerly Marine produced before going into receivership in 1999. The exact number of boats produced is not known, but it is estimated to be around 20.
Number & Location of Sleeping Berths
The Westerly Ocean 49 has three cabins and two heads, with a total of six sleeping berths. The forward cabin has a double berth and an en-suite head with a shower. The aft cabin has a double berth and an en-suite head with a shower. The port cabin has two single berths that can be converted into a double berth. The saloon has a U-shaped settee that can be used as an extra berth.
History of the Boatbuilder
Westerly Marine was founded in 1963 by Commander Denys Rayner, a naval officer and yacht designer. The company started by building small sailing dinghies, but soon expanded to larger cruising yachts. Westerly Marine became one of the most successful and prolific British boatbuilders, producing over 12,000 boats in various models and sizes.
Westerly Marine was known for its quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and customer service. Some of its most popular models include the Westerly Centaur, the Westerly Corsair, the Westerly Fulmar, the Westerly Seahawk, and the Westerly Oceanlord.
However, in the late 1990s, Westerly Marine faced financial difficulties due to the recession, the strong pound, and the competition from cheaper foreign manufacturers. The company went into receivership in 1999 and was sold to Vision Yachts, which continued to produce some Westerly models until 2000. Since then, no new Westerly boats have been built, but many of the existing ones are still sailing and cherished by their owners.
Secondhand Values
The Westerly Ocean 49 is a rare and sought-after boat on the secondhand market. The price range for a used Westerly Ocean 49 varies depending on the condition, age, equipment, and location of the boat. According to some online listings, the average asking price for a Westerly Ocean 49 is around £150,000 (about $200,000).
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