Ocean Cruising 48 Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · centerboard

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

47.58' · 14.5 m

Disp.

29,375 lbs · 13,324 kg

First year

1979

The Ocean Cruising 48 represents a fascinating departure for its builder, Ocean Yachts. Historically renowned for producing highspeed, luxury "Jersey" sportfishing boats, the Leek family ventured into the sailing market in the early 1990s with a clear objective: to apply their expertise in highend systems and manufacturing to a line of performanceoriented cruising sailboats. To achieve this, they commissioned the renowned British naval architect Dixon Yacht Design, whose work with Moody Yachts had already defined the modern decksaloon aesthetic. The result was a centercockpit cruiser that combined American systemsengineering with a sophisticated European silhouette, characterized by its distinctive wraparound "teardrop" windows.