Huntingford Explorer 45 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · long

Rig

Ketch

LOA

45.25' · 13.79 m

Disp.

30,000 lbs · 13,608 kg

First year

1977

Designed by the respected Canadian naval architect Stan Huntingford, the Explorer 45 is a quintessential "heavymetal" passagemaker from the golden era of traditional, oceancapable cruisers 2. Built primarily by C&L Marine Corporation in Taiwan between 1977 and 1982, the model represents an era when heavy handlaid fiberglass and exquisite interior woodwork defined the ultimate cruising dream. With only approximately 22 to 30 hulls estimated to have been completed during its production run, it remains a rare, highly soughtafter classic among dedicated bluewater sailors who prioritize structural integrity, safety, and comfort over modern speed. The vessel is immediately recognizable by its timeless, flowing lines and a distinctive planklined fiberglass hull that frequently causes onlookers to mistake it for a meticulously maintained wooden yacht.