Spirit Yachts C44
About this yacht
The Spirit Yachts C44 represents a thoughtful evolution in sustainable cruising design, built for owners who value elegance, simplicity, and environmental responsibility. Whether sailing short-handed or single-handed, this 13.40-meter yacht delivers the grace of classical design with the practicality of modern electric propulsion. At the heart of the C44 lies an electric drive system complemented by solar panels seamlessly integrated into flush decks. For responsibly-managed cruising, this sailing yacht generates power through hydro propulsion and solar energy, with shore power as an additional option. Her light displacement and efficient design mean house loads can run entirely on renewable energy. A generator may be added to extend range, though many owners find it unnecessary. As part of Spirit's Cruise series, the C44 offers increased beam and headroom compared to the yard's racing-oriented models. This translates to a wider cockpit and more spacious interior—ideal for entertaining, extended cruising, and live-aboard comfort. Despite the electric drive, this cruising sailboat accommodates full amenities: air-conditioning, heating, induction cooking, electric winches, and various optional systems. Real-world performance validates the concept. The first C44, based in British Columbia, operates as a zero-hydrocarbon vessel with solar panels integrated into both deck and mainsail. Her owner regularly embarks on week-long passages, noting he exhausts provisions before battery capacity. The second hull, stationed in Mexico, serves primarily as a daysailer and weekend cruiser for family outings. Spirit Yachts' design philosophy draws inspiration from 1930s classics—long overhangs, low profiles, flowing lines—paired with contemporary underwater geometry. The result is a performance cruiser built to remain as beautiful decades from now as she is today. For the discerning sailor seeking sustainable bluewater capability without compromising aesthetics, the C44 charts a compelling course forward.
Activities & Experiences
- Fishing — Facilities and layout suitable for recreational fishing activities on board
- Sea & Ocean Exploration — Long-range capability, typically around 3,000 nautical miles, enabling ocean crossings and remote destinations
- Travel & Cruising — Suitable for extended cruising, typically from 300 nautical miles and above
- Regatta Participation — Designed or suitable for participation in sailing regattas
Suitable For
- Travel — Suitable for extended cruising journeys
- Northern Areas — Design optimized for cooler northern climates
Specifications
- Length
- 13.40 m
- Guests
- 8
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull Type
- Monohull
- Hull Material
- Wood
- Design School
- British
- Country of Build
- United Kingdom
- Engine Type
- Inboard
- Engine Power
- 40.00 HP
- Fuel Capacity
- 270.00 l
- Navigation Category
- CE Category A (Ocean)
- Price
- 1200000.00 EUR