Formosa 46
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| Make | Formosa |
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| Model | 46 |
| Year | 1977 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$69,900 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cutter |
| Length | 13.72 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | Guaymas, Mexico |
| LOA | 13.72 m |
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| Length at Water Line | 12.04 m |
| Beam | 3.94 m |
| Max Draft | 1.96 m |
| Keel Type | Fin |
| Displacement | 33000 lb |
| Ballast | 10000 lb |
| Cabin Headroom | 1.93 m |
| Gross Tonnage | 17 t |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
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| Engine Make | Ford Lehman |
| Engine Model | 4 cyl |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 1977 |
| Power | 80 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Engine Location | enums.engine-location.center |
| Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
| Propeller Material | Bronze |
| Engine usage (hours) | 3000 |
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| Designer | Doug Peterson |
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| Builder | Formosa Yachts |
| Guest Cabins | 2 |
| Guest Heads | 1 |
| Fuel Tanks | 1 x 100 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 1 x 180 gal |
| Hull Shape | Displacement |
| Windlass | Electric Windlass |
Description
1977 Formosa 46 – A Family Legacy, Ready for New Adventures
Located in the Sea of Cortez, Mexico – Easy Drive from California & Arizona
This 1977 Formosa 46 has been more than a yacht—it’s been part of one family’s story for decades. Lovingly cared for and maintained, she’s now ready for her next chapter with new owners who appreciate solid craftsmanship, ocean-going capability, and timeless design.
Highlights:
- Doug Peterson–Inspired Design – Built on the proven lines of the Kelly-Peterson 44, offering strength, balance, and confidence at sea.
- Reliable Power – Equipped with the legendary Ford Lehman diesel, renowned worldwide for reliability and ease of service.
- Proven Bluewater Build – Heavy displacement hull, skeg-hung rudder, and sloop rig make her equally suited for passage making or coastal exploration.
- Single Family Ownership – A rare opportunity to purchase a vessel with an unbroken care history.
- Spacious & Comfortable – Warm teak joinery, ample storage, full salon with C-shaped dinette, and a center cockpit perfect for passage making and entertaining at anchor.
Location Advantage:
Currently on the hard in the Sea of Cortez, one of the world’s most beautiful and famous cruising grounds. Whether your dream is island-hopping among whale-rich waters or preparing for an ocean crossing, this is the perfect place to begin. Just a day’s drive from Southern California or Arizona, viewing and launching are easy and convenient.
Why This Boat?
If you value a yacht with character, history, and true offshore pedigree, this Formosa 46 deserves a close look. Built in Taiwan during the golden age of strong, teak-rich cruising yachts, she offers the seaworthiness to cross oceans and the comfort to be a true home afloat.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
