2010 Oyster 475 vs 2005 Najad 460 — Comparison
2010 Oyster 475
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Oyster 475 | 2005 Najad 460 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Najad |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2005–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | Sweden |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) | 97.0 m² (1,044 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 320 L (84.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 560 L (147.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Oyster 475 and 2005 Najad 460 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Oyster 475 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2005 Najad 460 is a 2000s offering from Najad from Sweden. The 2010 Oyster 475 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2005 Najad 460 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2010 Oyster 475 measures 14.50m (47.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.30m, compared to the 2005 Najad 460 at 14.10m (46.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The 2010 Oyster 475 is 0.40m longer than the 2005 Najad 460.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Oyster 475 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.02 and 95.0 m² of sail area. The 2005 Najad 460, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 97.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Najad 460 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Oyster 475 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2005 Najad 460 has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 37.8% for the 2010 Oyster 475 and 38.5% for the 2005 Najad 460, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Oyster 475 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 280L of fuel. The 2005 Najad 460 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 560L water and 320L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Najad 460 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2005 Najad 460 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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