The Southerly 49 will host her World premier at the
PSP Southampton Boat Show 2009.
The design brief was very specific – to build a powerful, sleek and
stunning yacht, with
blue water cruising capabilities, for continuous long distance
sailing, around the world. Shallow draft was an essential feature.
The ‘easy to handle’ sailing characteristics of the Southerly 42RST
were necessary, but on a longer waterline length for fast ocean
passage making.
Rob Humphreys, with his long standing pedigree, was
commissioned to work alongside our in house naval architects to
design the hull, rig, keel and sail plan. This blue water
cruiser offers the latest thinking in cruising yacht design.
The hull is characterised by a long waterline, fine entry and beam
carried aft to ensure the highest degree of performance, stability
and safety. The Southerly 49 is primarily designed for a high
cruising specification, with easy handling and can be sailed by
just two people.
As with all Southerly’s, the semi balanced twin rudders
give instantly responsive steering and precise directional
stability.
With sleek exterior styling, similar to the 46RS,
specific deck details have been incorporated, such as a double
headsail rig configuration (self tacking jib and overlapping genoa)
for cruising in varying wind conditions. A large sail locker
at the bow can accommodate an asymmetric gennaker and fenders. The
mainsheet track is set across the coachroof with lines led aft to
both helm positions, for easy handling, whilst keeping the cockpit
free and uncluttered. The cockpit is secure and enclosed,
with deep comfortable seating. For entertaining, a central fold
down table can provide dinette facilities for guests whilst also
providing a foot brace, when the yacht is heeled. Teak double
seats to the pushpit provide further seating areas for
socialising. The fold down transom door gives access to a
large stowage area, ideal for a dinghy or diving
equipment.
The Southerly 49
features the highly developed Swing Keel system which gives
the freedom and versatility to sail in almost any waters. With the
keel lowered, the variable draft of 10'3'' (3.13m) makes for fast,
serious blue water cruising. At ‘the touch of a button’, the keel
can be raised to give a shallow draft of just 2’10’’ (0.86m)
perfect for sailing in shallow water. A fixed keel option is also
available.
Once you step inside,
you enter a light and airy interior. The well planned layout with
three cabin accommodation is designed for total comfort and luxury.
The pilothouse windows in the raised coachroof provide panoramic
views, giving an instant feeling of space. Partially reflective
tinted glass gives privacy whilst also deflecting the heat from the
sun's rays and opening hatches provide cross ventilation for warm
weather. The companionway steps are wide and gradual for safe
footing.
The large raised saloon
seating area provides a social point for owners and guests,
permitting comfortable dining whilst at anchor or moored, and
taking full advantage of the all-round views.
The chart table is
to port in a high level position for good visibility and easy
communication with the cockpit. The large linear galley is well
equipped and situated at a lower level. Large work surfaces, a
fully gimballed oven with four burners and grill, stainless steel
twin sinks, front loading fridge, freezer and plenty of stowage
provides excellent facilities for entertaining in style.
The master stateroom is
supremely spacious with a centreline double berth with good
headroom, plenty of natural light and ventilation and ample
shelving and hanging lockers. Ensuite facilities include a separate
shower, minimising the spread of water and making the compartment
easier to keep clean.
There are two large
double cabins aft, both with good length berths and good headroom.
Both cabins have good light, ventilation, ample shelving and
hanging lockers. A toilet compartments serves these cabins and is
also ideally located as a day heads, close to the
companionway.
Every aspect of
construction throughout the Southerly 49 reflects the highest
standards of British craftmanship. Internal joinery, fittings and
upholstery are of the highest quality with practicality and
durability being of the utmost importance. Designed for comfortable
living, there is plenty of stowage throughout the yacht, whilst
large fuel and water tanks ensure adequate supplies for long
distance cruising. Installation of machinery, wiring, electrics and
ancillary items are carefully planned to ensure proper function and
accessibility. Under power, the Yanmar 56hp engine will easily
approach 9 knots.
Each yacht is built to
suit its owner's personal requirements at Northshore Shipyard in
Chichester, England. A comprehensive list of options includes
a choice of interior timbers, upholstery, hull colours, deck,
rigging and navigation equipment. Additional items such as
microwave, air conditioning / heating, generator, flat screen
computer, TV/DVD are available, to make living aboard a real
pleasure.
The Southerly 49 is
supplied with CE certification and is built to EU specification and
conforms to RCD, design category A.
Dimensions
- Length Overall
15.11m
49ft 7 in
- Length
Waterline
13.49m
44ft 3 in
- Beam
4.20m
13ft 9 in
- Draught, keel
up
0.86m
2 ft 10 in
- Draught, keel
down
3.13m
10 ft 3 in
- Displacement
(LS) 15,000 kg
33,069 lb
- Displacement
(FL) 17,600 kg
38,801
lb
- Ballast
weight
3,180 kg 7,011
lb
- Keel weight
2,050 kg
4,519
lb
- Total Ballast
5,230 kg 11,530
lb