The Bowman 49 Ketch represents the pinnacle of British blue-water yacht design from the late 1970s and early 1980s. Conceived by the prolific design partnership of Holman & Pye and built by the Emsworth Shipyard (later integrated into the Rival Bowman and eventually Rustler Yachts groups), the 49 was developed as a larger, more commodious evolution of the legendary Bowman 46. It is a heavy-displacement cruiser designed for the express purpose of crossing oceans with safety and relative comfort, characterized by its powerful ketch rig, substantial overhangs, and a hull profile that prioritizes directional stability over outright speed.
Bowman 49 Ketch Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bowman
- Model
- 49 Ketch
- Builder
- Rival Bowman Yachts
- Designer
- Holman and Pye
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $115,451 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $115,451 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallberg-Rassy 49 | 49.08' | $259,176 | 27 | 13 |
| Taswell 49 | 48.83' | $182,450 | 22 | 11 |
| Hylas 49 | 48.88' | $400,000 | 19 | 6 |
| Nauticat 52 | 51.16' | $381,567 | 16 | 7 |
| Bowman 36 | 36' | $39,224 | 14 | 9 |
| Rival 40 | 39.92' | $169,508 | 14 | 5 |
| Amel Mango 52 | 53' | $179,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Southerly 49 | 49.57' | $453,099 | 11 | 4 |
| Oyster Yachts 49 | 51.83' | $387,870 | 10 | 5 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | 46.75' | $124,975 | 8 | 3 |
| Bowman 49 Ketch | $115,451 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $115,451 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bowman 49 Ketch cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bowman 49 Ketch over the past 12 months is $115,451. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bowman 49 Ketch sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Bowman 49 Ketch listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bowman 49 Ketch?
- Comparable models include the Hallberg-Rassy 49, Taswell 49, Hylas 49. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.