The Swan 57 S&S CB is a classic Sparkman & Stephens design built by Nautor. It has a centerboard, a masthead sloop rig, and was produced from 1977-1984. There was also a fixed keel version and ketch versions, some with a traditional counter stern and others with a center cockpit. The specifically describes the centerboard (CB) masthead sloop version. The notes in the "See SWAN 57 S&S for more details" confirms there are other related versions (like fixed keel or ketch).
The calculated ratios are:
- SA/D: ~16.9 (moderate, leans towards powerful cruiser)
- B/D: ~0.41 (high, very stiff and stable)
- D/L: ~535 (very heavy displacement, traditional cruiser)
Nautor's Swan in the 70s and 80s was known for high-quality, high-performance yachts combining Finnish boat-building traditions with modern materials and design principles, particularly fiberglass construction. Their collaboration with Sparkman & Stephens was instrumental in defining classic Swan lines. The Swan 57 was the last Swan designed by Sparkman & Stephens, marking the pinnacle of their collaboration. There were some early issues with Nautor misinterpreting S&S specifications, leading to some early hulls needing modifications for strength.
Regarding accommodations, the Swan 57 often features a three-cabin, two-head layout, sometimes with an additional crew cabin forward. There are descriptions of large heads compartments with separate shower cubicles. Headroom is mentioned as 200cm (approximately 6.56 ft) for a 1994 Swan 57, which is a bit later than our model, but gives an indication. The boat is known for comfortable ocean passages, suitable for liveaboard cruising. Teak decks were optional.
Owner's perspectives generally praise the strong build and seaworthiness. Some forum discussions indicate some early production issues but also detailed refits and strong ownership communities.