The Valiant 47 is a seminal performance cruiser that represents the maturation of Robert H. Perry’s design philosophy. Introduced in 1981, it was conceived as a larger, more powerful successor to the legendary Valiant 40. The 47 retained the iconic canoe stern and "performance cruiser" DNA that Perry popularized, while offering the increased volume and waterline length necessary for serious long-range voyaging. Production began at the Uniflite facility in Bellingham, Washington, but transitioned to the Valiant Yachts facility in Texas after Rich Worstell acquired the company in 1984. According to Blue Water Sailing, the 47 ultimately served as the blueprint for the Valiant 50, which is essentially the same hull with the addition of a permanent bowsprit.
Valiant 47 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Valiant
- Model
- 47
- Builder
- Valiant
- Designer
- Robert Perry
- Number Built
- 17
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - 1992
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $135,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vagabond 47 | 46.58' | $96,065 | 24 | 8 |
| Valiant 42 | 42' | $299,999 | 14 | 9 |
| Delphia 47 | 47.51' | $273,668 | 11 | 6 |
| Hylas 47 | 46.75' | $70,000 | 10 | 6 |
| Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 | 46.75' | $124,975 | 8 | 3 |
| Wauquiez Centurion 47 | 47.33' | $89,500 | 5 | 5 |
| J-Boats J/47 | $119,000 | 5 | 0 | |
| Valiant 50 | 50.67' | $355,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Swan 47 S&S | 47.83' | $195,000 | 3 | 2 |
| Valiant 40-2 | 39.88' | $65,789 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Valiant 47?
- Comparable models include the Vagabond 47, Valiant 42, Delphia 47. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.