2001 X-Yachts X-482
X-Yachts of Denmark is renowned for their solid build quality and superior sailing performance. The X-482 is one of their most successful models, combining cruising comfort with regatta winning performance. Easily handled by a couple but supportive of a full racing crew for buoy or long distance racing.
This yacht has been lovingly cared for and consistently updated by her original owners. She is only for sale as they are buying a new X-Yacht, a further testimony to X-Yacht's well deserved reputation.
1996 X-Yachts X-482
"Danish Blue" is a well-founded example of this fantastic design. Danish Blue is currently cruising and has been heavily upgraded. She is ready for a circumnavigation now. She looks like a new boat inside and out. This is the "modern layout" with 3 staterooms. Her new blue Awlgrip paint job adds to her stunning appearance while her new electronics and standing rigging make her ready to cruise the world or locally. Some notable features:
All teak deck(glued not screwed)NEW BandG insrument package 4 displays wind, depth etc. and 7 inch ZEUS II plotter NEW BandG Autopilot and pilot drive NEW VHF (with DSC) and active AIS from Garmin NEW 140% furling Genua 2014NEW hull paint Awlgrip with Awlcraft Clear Coat on top Rig replacement 2016 (all shrouds and stays babystay and backstays, tipcups, backstay adjuster service)D400 wind generator Solar panels Targa arch with solar panels and BiminiNew Awning covering from mast to stern w/rainwater collection ports Spectra Water maker 28 liter/hour Diesel burner for heat6 persons Viking life raft Epirb
The X-482 replaced the X-512 and incorporated most of the deck details introduced on the X-612 such as the main sheet systems being led beneath deck and integrated storage for the sprayhood and captive wash boards.
More about X-Yachts:
X-Yachts are built on a deep relation to and understanding of performance, design and the demands of the sea.Leading the industry based on innovation and world class craftsmanship, X-Yachts have provided superior sailing pleasure whether racing or cruising since 1979.Every X-Yacht benefits from the clean crisp lines that Scandinavian designers are renowned for. X-Yachts have always placed a huge level of importance in producing yachts with truly practical characteristics. A few examples include: - Furling lines and halyards that run beneath the deck, not only improving the visual impact of a yacht, they offer safety benefits too.- Mainsheet system that makes the loads easier to manage and allows the trimmer to always remain on the high side, improving safety.- A sprayhood that sits flush when folded and is easily raised or lowered is extremely valuable.While the styling may be contemporary, the joinery skills employed in constructing the yachts have been handed down through the generations. The boats are durable and easy to live on because the team use high quality materials and work to an agreed set of measurements chosen for their ergonomic advantages.The satisfaction felt when steering an X-Yacht is the result of many choices taken throughout the design process to ensure that the yacht remains naturally balanced. Mast and keel locations make the boat easier to sail upwind quickly, and allow a rudder that provides more feel. These positions are po
