SABRE`s introduction of the Sabreline 47 in October 1996 redefined the `DOWNEAST` style motoryacht. At one time, a `DOWNEAST MOTORYACHT` described a modified version of a workboat, converted for use as a private yacht. These designs included many famous fishing trawler and lobster boat hulls. In the 1980s several Maine yards began redesigning the traditional downeaster. In the end, only a hint of the workboat lines remained. These new yachts looked more like pleasure craft versions of such famous military vessels as the World War II PT boats. Their flat shear lines and flaring bows introduced the handsome, conservative and rugged look which has now become the `DOWNEAST STYLE.` Designed for comfort in rough, offshore conditions, yet capable of smooth running at top speeds of over twenty knots, these modified deep-vee hulls quickly gained popularity as they earned a reputation for reliability and seaworthiness.
Boat Designer
Sabre Design Team
Cabin Accommodation
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Cockpit
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Dashboard
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Deadrise at Transom
14 deg.
Deck
- Molded in nonskid deck surfaces.
- 1.25` diameter stainless steel rail system with vinyl wrapped intermediate lifelines and gates.
- Pedestal with Muir VRC 1200 windlass.
- Sliding doors to main salon, port and starboard.
- Lewmar Coastline polished aluminum hatches.
- Transom door with boarding steps to swim platform.
- Stainless steel opening ports with screens.
Draft Board/Drive Up
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Dry Weight
43000 lb
Electrical
(110 VOLT)
- 60 Amp battery charger.
- 12.5 KW Westerbeke generator with sound shield.>br>
(12 VOLT)
- Two 1250 CCA dedicated engine starting batteries.
- Two 180 AH deep cycle batteries.
Engine
Inboard
Engine Mechanical
- Twin Yanmar 465 Hp 6CX Seiries Diesels
- 6 cylinder, fresh water cooled.
- ZF IRM 220A transmission with 2:1 reduction gears.
- 105 A, 12V alternators each engine.
- 2.25` Aquamet 22 stainless steel shafts with shield.
- Seawater cooled 6` exhaust system with Soundown water drop mufflers.
- Engine isolator mounts.
- Intermediate bearings.
- 5 blade Nibral propellers.
Engine Notes
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Flybridge
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Fuel
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
625 gal
Galley
- Double stainless steel sink with Scandvik faucet.
- Electric range with stainless steel hood over.
- Microwave oven.
- Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, 12V/110V
General Construction
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Horsepower (total)
Hull
- Modified `V` hull design with 20 degree deadrise amidships and 14 degrees at transom.
- Hull laminate system with ISO NPG gelcoat below waterline and vinylester back-up resin.
- Isopthalic gelcoat above waterline.
- Closed cell PVC foam cored hull bottom.
- Swim platform with low profile ladder.
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Hull Shape
Modified Vee
Hull Warranty
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Length at Waterline
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Load
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Max Bridge Clearance
23 ft 4 in
Max Draft
4 ft 5 in
Max Seating Capacity
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Number of Berths
6
Number of Heads
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Principal Features
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Safety Equipment
- Bonding system to safeguard against galvanic corrosion of electrically connected thru-hulls.