Cruising-racing sailboat X-46

3-cabin4-cabinwith center cockpit

Just two months after the launch of the all new X-43, came the unveiling of the X-46. The hull was developed by adding 30 cm to the stern of the IMX 45 hull model. The X-46 features a large sail storage cabin but otherwise is identical to the concept of the X-43. Production Years: 2003 — 2010 Number Built: 75 Not many cruiser-racer yachts will boast the same high level of standard features as the X-46. With her beautiful chrome polished aluminium framed skylights and recessed port-lights, her rounded off sheer line with teak rail, teak laid deck in the cockpit and at the bathing platform, she will appeal to the cruising family and racing crew alike. The helmsman will be pleasantly surprised by her easy handling at sea. Features that contribute to this include a long mainsheet traveller which runs low down in the cockpit. The double-ended mainsheet System is led back to either side of the cockpit under the side decks, while the halyards and other associ-ated control lines are led under the coachroof and then back to halyard winches either side of the companionway hatch. Another handy detail is the integrated sprayhood. Optional anchor launch System The 20 kg CQR anchor will be handled by a hinged arm, which is operated by a gas driven devise nicely hiding the anchor below a hatch at the foredeck when not in use, and rising and folding forward when preparing to drop the anchor. ELEGANT DESIGN FEATURES X-Yachts Design Group has spent a great deal of time working on details that at a first glance are not évident. Details such as the recessed seals on lockers, clever and practical door restreints, high-quality seals on the fridge