Dufour 44
Boat highlights
Dufour 44 is currently estimated in the Below Average band with an SBP score of 82.
Length overall
45.6 ft
Primary sail area
1,066 ft²
Displacement
22,487 lbs
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Performance Analysis
Detailed performance metrics and polar diagram for Dufour 44.
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Performance Metrics
Speed Estimates
| Wind Speed (kn) | Beat VMG (kn) | Run VMG (kn) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 3.4 | 3.3 |
| 8 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| 10 | 4.8 | 5.2 |
| 12 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| 14 | 5.5 | 6.6 |
| 16 | 5.7 | 7.3 |
| 20 | 5.7 | 8.3 |
Polar Diagram
Wind Speed (kn)
Key Specifications
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