Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsShestakov Yacht Sales presents the Bavaria C50byBavaria Yachts— a 50 ft (15.43 m)sail yachtpurpose-built as a comfortablecruising sailboatwith afiberglass and plastichull. For personal guidance and availability, connect with broker Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a Bavaria C50
Choosing the Bavaria C50suits owners seeking balanced performance and straightforward systems for time on the water. With a single inboard diesel from Yanmar, typical cruising at 7 kn (8.06 mph) and a top around 10 kn (11.51 mph), it pairs efficiency with practical pace. Three heads add privacy for guests, while the GRP deck is built for everyday use. If your brief calls for a moderncruising sailboatwithin the broadersail yachtsegment, this model aligns well.
Features of the Model
- Propulsion: 1 x Yanmar, Inboard, Diesel
- Performance profile: cruise 7 kn (8.06 mph), max 10 kn (11.51 mph)
- Construction: fiberglass and plastichull; GRP deck
- Capacities for extended time aboard: fuel 66.04 gal; fresh water 171.71 gal
- Comfort: 3 heads for onboard flexibility
- Dimensions for real-world berthing and passagemaking: LOA 50 ft (15.43 m), beam 16 ft (5 m); draft 6.07–7.546 ft (1.85–2.3 m)
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 50 ft (15.43 m)
- Beam: 16 ft (5 m)
- Draft: 6.07–7.546 ft (1.85–2.3 m)
- Cruise speed: 7 kn (8.06 mph)
- Maximum speed: 10 kn (11.51 mph)
- Engines: 1 x Yanmar, Inboard, Diesel
- Fuel capacity: 66.04 gal
- Fresh water capacity: 171.71 gal
- Heads: 3
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck: GRP
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss the best fit for your plans, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help you evaluate the Bavaria C50byBavaria Yachts, coordinate viewings, and streamline the purchase process from offer to closing.
Questions and Answers
- What type of yacht is the Bavaria C50?
- Type:Asail yachtconfigured as acruising sailboat.
- What are the dimensions and draft?
- Dimensions:LOA 50 ft (15.43 m), beam 16 ft (5 m).Draft:6.07–7.546 ft (1.85–2.3 m).
- What propulsion does it use?
- Engine:Single Yanmar,installation:Inboard,fuel:Diesel.
- How fast does it go?
- Cruise speed:7 kn (8.06 mph).Maximum speed:10 kn (11.51 mph).
- How do I proceed with purchase and inspection?
- Contact:Reach Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss availability, inspections, and next steps for aBavaria C50byBavaria Yachts.
Owner Experience Review
Owners who choose Bavaria C50fromBavaria Yachtstend to use it for family coastal cruising and island‑hopping, and it has also proven a charter workhorse in 4–6 cabin “Holiday” configurations. For couples, the self‑tacking jib, centralized winches and a large, social cockpit make short‑handed days easy and weekends with friends straightforward.
Underway, the helm has a firm, responsive feel for a 50‑footer, with reviewers noting a lightness that makes it engaging to steer. Cruising around 8 knots in roughly 15 knots of breeze is typical on test boats, with positive control when gusts arrive; in true light airs the standard self‑tacker can leave the boat underpowered, so many recommend a Code‑0 or gennaker from the bowsprit for reaching. The modern hard‑chine hull and spade rudder provide grip and stability when heeled, and the overall setup is tuned more for owner cruising than blue‑water passagemaking.
On board, volume is the calling card: high headroom throughout, multiple 3–6 cabin layouts including a generous forward owner’s suite in Style trim, an aft U‑shaped galley, and big hull windows that keep the saloon light and airy. The dinghy garage, XXL swim platform and expansive cockpit are standouts for entertaining and tender stowage—one expert even quipped, “This is a boat you might buy instead of a villa.” Owners do note practicalities to stay ahead of: digital switching and integrated B&G/Naviop modules can complicate DIY maintenance, stern‑garage hydraulics and seals deserve regular checks for water ingress, and surveys typically focus on the keel‑to‑hull joint, rudder/steering bearings, and corrosion monitoring on the cast‑iron keel; optioned systems like electric winches, thrusters and the hydraulic transom add to service scope.
Pros and Cons
- Easy short‑handed operation with self‑tacking jib, centralized winches, and a large, social cockpit.
- Exceptional interior volume and headroom with multiple 3–6 cabin options suitable for liveaboard comfort.
- Dinghy garage, XXL swim platform and big cockpit enhance entertaining and tender stowage.
- Underpowered in light airs on the standard self‑tacker; a Code‑0 or gennaker from the bowsprit is widely recommended.
- Digital switching and integrated B&G/Naviop electronics introduce maintenance and software‑update complexity.
- Known inspection points include transom hydraulics and seals, the keel‑to‑hull joint and cast‑iron keel corrosion, and rudder/steering bearings.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria C50 | 50' 0" (15.43 m) | 16' 0" (5 m) | 6' 1" (1.85 m) – 7' 7" (2.30 m) | 7 kn / 10 kn | - |
| Bavaria Sport 400 HT | 40' 0" (12.21 m) | 13' 0" (3.99 m) | 3' 3" (1 m) | 20 kn | - |
| R40 Coupe | 41' 0" (12.65 m) | 13' 0" (3.99 m) | 7' 11" (2.42 m) – 11' 6" (3.50 m) | - | - |
| Cruiser 40 | 40' 0" (12.19 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 37 SPORT | 37' 0" (11.28 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 33 | 34' 0" (10.54 m) | 11' 0" (3.48 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | - | - |
| S36 | 35' 0" (10.74 m) | 11' 0" (3.53 m) | 7' 8" (2.33 m) | - | - |
| 46 | 46' 0" (14.28 m) | 14' 0" (4.34 m) | 18' 7" (5.67 m) | - | - |
| S45 Coupe | 49' 0" (14.99 m) | 14' 0" (4.39 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) | - | - |
| Cruiser 56 | 55' 0" (16.75 m) | 16' 0" (4.87 m) | 8' 1" (2.46 m) | - | - |
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