The Peterson 46 is a quintessential example of the "performance cruiser" era, a design movement that sought to blend the seaworthiness of traditional bluewater vessels with the speed of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) racing circuit. Designed by the legendary naval architect Doug Peterson in the late 1970s, the 46-foot hull is essentially a stretched and refined evolution of the iconic Peterson 44. While the original 44s were primarily built by the Yu Ching yard, the Peterson 46 saw production across several prominent Taiwanese shipyards, including Ta Chiao and Formosa. As detailed by Jordan Yachts, the 46-foot version replaced the somewhat abrupt "cut-off" double-ender stern of the 44 with a more elegant counter stern, extending the waterline and improving both aesthetics and stowage. This model represents the high-water mark of Taiwanese "Leaky Tiki" era construction—characterized by heavy hand-laminated fiberglass and exhaustive teak joinery—but with a hull shape that remains surprisingly competitive today.
Peterson 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Peterson
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Formosa Yachts
- Designer
- Doug Peterson (unauthorized)
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - ??
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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 | $69,485 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $91,317 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylas 46 | 46.25' | $420,000 | 38 | 13 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,608 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Grand Soleil 46 (Frers) | $111,764 | 18 | 5 | |
| J Boats J/46 | 46' | $279,000 | 13 | 1 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Tartan 4600 | 46.2' | $182,450 | 8 | 1 |
| X-Yachts X-46 | 45.96' | $330,778 | 8 | 2 |
| Kelly Peterson 46 | 46.25' | $114,900 | 6 | 0 |
| Peterson 46 | $75,202 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $91,317 | 2 | 0 |
| Greece | $69,485 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Peterson 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Peterson 46 over the past 12 months is $75,202. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Peterson 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Peterson 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Peterson 46?
- Greece currently has the lowest median asking price at $69,485, while Australia is the most expensive at $91,317 — a 31% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Peterson 46?
- Comparable models include the Hylas 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46, Swan 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.