NEW LAUNCH 2008

The worthy heir of the Dufour Spirit...

The new Dufour 45 Performance has a modern look, thanks to her sleek hull lines. She has got the typical characteristics of the Dufour Performance Signature, is designed for fast cruising and also offers the advantages of a comfortable and spacious sailing yacht.

Download the report here: BOAT REPORT DUFOUR 45 Performance

Key properties:

• 45 feet of hull length, with a plumb bow for maximum of waterline length
• Thoroughbred Dufour design: a classic and uncluttered coachroof
• Injection moulded deck for a maximum of weight saving, and to lower the centre of gravity
• Available with cast iron or deep lead keel
• Modern deck design to optimise performance sailing
• Twin steering wheel system
• Open aft cockpit and a wide opening transom
• Rig available as in Club or Fastnet version
• Under deck furling drum
• Hull portholes in Dufour style
• Moabi interior
• Wenge floorboards
• Available in 3 or 4 cabin layout + 2 heads
• The installation of the engines with ‘sail-drive’ transmission eliminates stern gland vibration and water ingress, while the optimum propeller position makes for easier maneuvering.
• The mounting of the rudder on self-aligning bearings give a sensitive, gentle helm under all circumstances.