Produced during the height of Taiwan’s yacht-building boom, the Delta 46 is a robust, heavy-displacement cruising yacht constructed by the Shing Sheng Fa Boat Building Co., Ltd. (SSF) in Kaohsiung. While SSF is now widely recognized for its commercial and high-end motor yacht production, the Delta 46 represents a significant era where the yard collaborated with global designers to produce capable blue-water vessels. This specific model is a refined derivative of the iconic Doug Peterson designs of the late 1970s and early 1980s, sharing a lineage with the Peterson 44 and the Kelly Peterson 46. According to Power Yacht Mag, the Delta 46 was one of several production variants based on this celebrated performance-cruising hull, which aimed to combine the speed of a racing hull with the sea-kindliness of a traditional cruiser.
Delta 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Delta
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Shing Fa Ltd.(TAIWAN) for Delta Marine
- Designer
- Doug Peterson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $41,220 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $41,220 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau Oceanis 46 | 47.24' | $186,227 | 95 | 20 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 46 | 46.82' | $421,877 | 52 | 36 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,608 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| CAL 2-46 | 45.5' | $82,000 | 8 | 2 |
| Bowman 46 | 46.26' | $219,101 | 6 | 6 |
| Formosa 47 | 46.42' | $100,437 | 6 | 1 |
| Kelly Peterson 46 | 46.25' | $114,900 | 6 | 0 |
| Oceanic 46 | 46' | $69,900 | 5 | 4 |
| Delta 46 | $41,220 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $41,220 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Delta 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Delta 46 over the past 12 months is $41,220. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Delta 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Delta 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Delta 46 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Delta 46 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Delta 46?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau Oceanis 46, Bavaria Cruiser 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.