Ocean Cruising 48 Sailboats for Sale

S&S·1979·Hinckley

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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.

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Ocean Cruising 48 Buyer's Guide

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7 similar designs

Model	LOA	Median ask	Listings · 12 mo	Active · 90 d
Beneteau Oceanis Oceanis 48	47.92'	$ 241,707	165	27
Robertson and Caine 48	48.39'	$ 495,000	140	38
Bavaria Ocean 47 CC	48.16'	$ 148,269	21	0
Swan 48	48.49'	$ 553,779	21	6
Cambria 48	48.92'	$ 79,500	18	4
Moody 48 DS	50.59'	$ 1,117,005	9	4
Hylas 48	48'	$ 1,762,286	4	4

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Comparable models include Beneteau Oceanis Oceanis 48, Robertson and Caine 48, Bavaria Ocean 47 CC. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.