DEHLER 46 – HARD TO BEAT
Dehler’s goal with the 46 was to build the best performance cruiser in its class for years to come… and they’ve delivered a diamond. The head-turning lines are a result of precise hydrodynamic research done by Judel/Vrolijk & Co, comprehensive input from the interior design team and carefully analysed human behaviour and motion studies.
Features include vacuum infusion, advanced materials, composite bulkheads, sufficient tankage, smart interior solutions and easy performance upgrades… giving you the complete package whether you’re discovering distance shores or beating your opponents round the buoys.
STATE OF THE ART
Key Features include
– Fabulous exterior silhouette – Ergonomic cockpit for easy movement – Judel/Vrolijk & co-efficient hull – Superb construction from durable and reliable materials – Choice of sail plan for every need – Huge range of options to suit cruising or racing – Continuous side windows for better visibility and light – Spacious open cockpit Whether you’re an ambitious racer, want comfortable cruising or you’re entertaining family and friends, the Dehler 46 will more than meet your needs.INNOVATIVE INTERIOR
The interior of the 46 is exactly as you would expect from Dehler – innovative and luxurious with attention to every detail.
Key Features include
– Innovative modern interior styling – Customised interior material options – Large multifunction bathroom
– Large storage area in the bow – 3 generous cabins – Elegant cockpit table with storage
– Chaise lounge in saloon – Practical sliding chart table – Incredible curves!
The 46 shows typical Dehler ingenuity with intelligent use of space you can customise to suit your every need. Your chance to enjoy the best interior of a production performance cruiser.
PROCEED WITH SPEED
Enjoy this video of the Dehler 46 shot in Germany.
The head-turning lines are a result of precise hydrodynamic research done by Judel/Vrolijk & Co, comprehensive input from the interior design team and carefully analysed human behaviour and motion studies.
DEHLER SAILING DOWNUNDER
How about this gorgeous video of the 46 shot on Pittwater?
What a beautiful boat!
DECEMBER 2016 – BOAT SALES REVIEW
The Dehler 46 was recently put to the test in Middle Harbour.
“With sails set we were flying before a fresh south westerly breeze and heading for the sun-kissed open waters of Sydney Heads. Gripping one of the twin black GRP steering wheels I was soon in sailor’s heaven…
EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE
After the handover ceremony the new owners of the Dehler 46, YKNOT spent the day getting to know their new yacht. Ric Hawkins spent the day going through specific techniques for sailing in different conditions. The owners were keen to learn how to get the best out of their new pride and joy. And Ric was with them all day to answer questions.
Read more about the Dehler 46 Downunder
CLUB MARINE REVIEW
“Plenty of natural light illuminates the spacious saloon. The quality of the finish and inherent strength of the Dehler 46 is evident, even below deck in the main cabin”
“..if the word “hoisting” implies some physical exertion, there was none evident here”
Some of the words used to describe the Dehler 46 by Club Marine’s Crosbie Lorimer in his recent review.
OFFSHORE YACHTING AND SAILS MAGAZINE REVIEW
“Performance cruising yachts don’t get much better than the new Dehler 46 cruiser racer. Curvaceous efficiency, voluminous deck and accommodation spaces, and an impressive turn of speed see this German sailing thoroughbred attracting a host of new orders. Anthony Twibill saddles up to put the new yacht through its paces.”
FRONT COVER DEHLER
The Dehler 46 looks absolutely stunning on the front cover of Boating New Zealand…
“Dehler has a respected reputation for building performance oriented yachts and its take-over by Hanse a few years back generated plenty of speculation.
Dehler’s DNA would inevitably come under the influence of Judel/Vroliijk, Hanse’s long-time design team. How would this affect the racing-oriented genes?
Favourably, I’m pleased to report.
Where relatively Spartan and functional interiors were once the flipside of Dehler’s speedster legacy, the new Hanse-engineered models have enjoyed a significant makeover. They present a well-balanced ratio: a happy solution to cruising comfort and swift performance…
THE GERMAN-BUILT BRAND HAS NEVER LOOKED BETTER OR SAILED FASTER
ST’s Dehler 46 verdict: Needless to say, I was impressed with the Dehler 46. As a performance cruiser, she ticks all the boxes. She’s good-looking, well-mannered, easy to handle and, most importantly, blisteringly quick.
The standard of finish was very high and the interior was comfortable, roomy and well thought out, if a little stark for my taste. Three different keel depths plus two rig configurations and the option of a self-tacking jib mean this is a very versatile performer that would be as at home out on the racecourse as it would be on a lazy family cruise.
DEHLER 46 SPECIFICATIONS
LOA: 14.40 Metres
LWL: 12.90 Metres
Beam: 4.35 Metres
Draft (standard): 2.25 Metres
Draft (competition): 2.50 Metres
Draft (shallow): 1.85 Metres
Displacement (standard): 11.200 Kilograms
Displacement (competition): 10.700 Kilograms
Displacement (shallow): 11.550 Kilograms
Ballast (standard): 3.500 Kilograms
Ballast (competition): 3.150 Kilograms
Ballast (shallow): 3.850 Kilograms
Total Sail Area : 114.1 Sq Metres
Engine: 53 HP
Water : 450 Litres
Fuel: 210 Litres