“CONSTELLATION” has a long nautical history and has played a very important part in the sailing and military heritage of the USA.  The United States Naval Academy owned this beautiful sailboat from December, 1979 to December, 1997, when it was sold to the current owner. She wassailed and won the 653-mile Newport-to-Bermuda Race for the first time in Naval Academy history in June, 1992, with Ensign Kyle Weaver at the helm along with his 8 midshipmen crew.  Ensign Weaver was the youngest skipper to win this race and bring home the St. David's Lighthouse Trophy.  This incredible accomplishment is still remembered among midshipmen everywhere. Today, Commander Weaver is still serving his country in the US Navy.

The “CONSTELLATION” was designed by Sparkman & Stephens of New York and built in 1972 (Hull 11) in Finland with the Swan “Passion for Craftsmanship”.  Nautor’s Swan has been the true sailor’s choice for close to a half a century by designing and building luxurious, high performance yachts in Northern Finland. Swan has a strong heritage, skilled craftsmen, and pursuit of excellence in every aspect of the build.

The current owner took three (3) years refitting the “CONSTELLATION” in order to make her comfortable for cruising, mechanically sound, and capable of sailing any blue water challenge.  Since 1997, the boat has received complete upgrades and refits including new teak decks, total new electrical wiring, new plumbing, new stainless steel fuel tanks, new water and holding tanks, new Yanmar 76HP turbo engine, new Panda 3.9KW Generator, which is located is a custom slide-out cabinet for easy access.  She has been refitted with (2) Barient 28 3-speed coffee grinders, (2) Andersen 62ST 2-speed electric winches, (2) air conditioning/heating compressors, water maker (virgin, never used), Zeda water purifier, and the list goes on and on. 

“CONSTELLATION” is a cutter rig with only 46 having been built from 1971-1975. The original boat design was changed in the 1990’s and is now known as a Nautor’s Swan 48-2 with emphasis on cruising versus racing, although the racing prowess and success is achievable, if desired.  The“CONSTELLATION” is a once in a life time opportunity to own a part of America’s United States Naval Academy heritage and still enjoy a magnificent cruising wonder and adventure on any of the world’s waters.

We are very proud to represent this pristine Swan 48 and welcome the opportunity to show her to you. Give us a call. You will not be disappointed!

BE SURE TO OPEN AND VIEW THE 2 VIDEOS OF "CONSTELLATION" SAILING TO KEY WEST! THE VIDEOS SHOW YOU EXACTLY WHAT SHE IS CAPABLE OF DOING AND WHY SHE IS SO RESPECTED ON THE RACING CIRCUIT!

Electronics

• Depthsounder
• Radar - Furuno 36-mile
• Log-Speedometer
• Wind Speed and Direction
• Navigation Center
• Plotter - Raymarine C80 Color
• Radio - ICOM 802 SSB
• Compass
• CD Player - Pioneer XM-ready AM/FM/CD Player
• GPS - Furuno GPS Navigator GP-31
• Cockpit Speakers
• VHF - ICOM IC-M45/ICOM IC-M604

Sails

• Fully Battened Mainsail
• Spinnaker - (3)
• Gennaker/Cruising Spinnaker - (2)
• Genoa - 155% Cruising Genoa w/Roller Furling

Rigging

• Steering Wheel - (2)Racing Wheel & Cruising Wheel
• Electric Winch
• Spinnaker Pole

Inside Equipment

• Electric Bilge Pump
• Oven
• Marine Head - (2)Forward & Aft
• Air Conditioning - (2)12,000 & 16,000 BTU
• Heating
• Hot Water
• Refrigerator - 12V Glacier Bay
• Fresh Water Maker - Spectra 8gal/hr w/zeta cleaning systems (2002) never used
• Battery Charger

Electrical Equipment

• Shore Power Inlet
• Generator - Panda 3.9 KW (2001)

Outside Equipment/Extras

• Teak Cockpit
• Teak Sidedecks

Covers

• Bimini Top

All the way forward is the Stateroom with a V-berth and a head w/shower.  Aft of the companionway stairs is the large aft Stateroom with 2 berths and an ensuite head and shower.  The aft berth to port has been refitted with an oversized berth to accommodate 2 adults for added comfort.  All 6 Stateroom berths have 5" custom made mattresses. The Settee has standard foam.

The lighting and hatches provide excellent light and ventilation.

• Air Conditioning/Heating throughout the vessel are provided by (2) new compressors (2001) - 12,000 BTU & 16,000 BTU
• New Cabin Sole 2001

• Glacier Bay Refrigeration-12V water cooled compressor - with (2) compartments -  Holding Plates in the Freezer and Refrigerator Boxes. Insulated with Glacier Bay Ultra R "Vacuum" panels.
• Force 10 3-Burner Propane Stove with Oven
• Electric Solenoid
• Double Stainless Steel Sink
• (2) 20# Propane Tanks with select valve
• Hot & Cold Pressure Fresh water foot pump or saltwater
• Spectra 8 gal/hr 12V Water Maker w/Zeta Cleaning Systems. No need to flush. Installed 2002 (never used).

• Raymarine C80 Color Chartplotter wired for Chart Table or helm
• Furuno 36-mile Radar
• Energy Monitor/Controller
• Furuno GPS Navigator GPS-31
• ICOM IC-M45 VHF
• ICOM IC-M604 w/DSC VHF with cockpit mike control
• ICOM IC-M802 SSB Transceiver with ICOM SP-24 Speaker
• Pioneer XM-ready AM/FM/CD Player/Tuner with speakers in salon and cockpit
• Wind/Speed/Direction Indicators which can be connected to a laptop
• (2) VHF Antennas -- one on mast head; one on aft deck radar mast

• (3) 8D Gel Cell House Batteries 600+ Amps
• (1) 4D Gel Cell Engine Starting Battery
• Ample Power Energy Monitor/Controller
• All NEW Electrical Wiring

• 2001 Yanmar 4JH-2 76HP Turbo Diesel engine with 1026 hours. 
• 1-1/2 Aquamet Shaft
• Shaft Gland
• 3-blade adjustable pitch Max prop.
• Fuel Polishing System which also provides capability of moving fuel from one tank to the second tank
• (2) Model 500FG Fuel Filters/Water Separators

SAILING & RIGGING EQUIPMENT

• (2)Barient 28 Winches
• (2)Barient 3-speed coffee grinders
• (2)Andersen 62+Electric ST 2-speed Winches
• (2)Lewmar 48 Winches ST
• (2)Steering Wheels - (1)Racing & (1)Cruising
• Furlex Roller Furling 400S for Genoa
• Roo Rigging on uppers and back stay
• Boom Vang
• Lazy Jacks
• Halyard Winches on Mast for Main, Spinnaker, and Genoa
• All new halyards 2007
• Aluminum Mast
• (1) Nauter Hydraulic Back Stay Adjuster
• (1) Spinnaker Pole 

SAIL INVENTORY:

• All sails are stored offsight in an air conditioned sail locker to prevent deterioration.  
• Fully Battened Cruising Main-Dacron
• 155% Cruising Genoa-Dacron with Roller Furling
• (2) Cruising Spinnakers
• (1) Sock
• (1) Racing Main-UK Sailmakers Laminate
• (2) #1 155% Genoa Laminate
• (1) #2 Racing Jib North Sails 3DL Laminate
• (1) #3 Racing Jib Laminate
• (1) 3/4 oz. Spinnaker
• (1) 1-1/2 oz. Spinnaker
• (1) 7/8 oz. Spinnaker

• NEW BOTTOM PAINT JANUARY, 2015!
• Custom Cradle for out-of-the-water storing
• Lighthouse Windlass w/foot pedals
• New Teak Deck by Teak Decking 2001
• SOLID FIBERGLASS
• Core Deck with glue down teak deck overlay
• Lighthouse 1501 Anchor Windlass 12V
• 45# CQR Anchor with 150Ft 3/8" Galvanized Chain