Bianca 414 (Emka 43 and Aphodite 414)
Description
The Bianca (referring to models from Bianca Yachts, a Danish builder) is a line of classic Scandinavian fiberglass sailboats produced starting in the mid-1960s by Bianca Yacht in Rudkøbing, Denmark. The yard was founded by Holger Leth Christensen (initially building wooden boats like the mahogany "Peti"), then transitioned to fiberglass production under naval architect Svend Aage Leth Christensen (likely a relative). They became known for high-quality, seaworthy family cruisers with traditional long-keel designs, transom-hung rudders, cutaway forefoots, and balanced, predictable handling—typical of mid-century Danish "classical Scandinavian" style. The yard evolved into a repair yard and brokerage (still operating as Bianca Yacht under Andres Leth Christensen), but their older production boats remain popular among enthusiasts for durability and easy sailing.
Construction Details
| Designer | Elvstrom and Kjaerluff |
|---|---|
| Builder | Bianca Yachts |
| Length | 41.000 ft |
| LOA | 26.580 ft |
| LWL | 20.000 ft |
| Beam | 8.500 ft |
| Displacement | 3748 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.920 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 46.59 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.42 ft |
| p | 52.16 ft |
| e | 16.40 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.59 ft | 15.42 ft | 52.16 ft | 16.40 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Bianca 414 (Emka 43 and Aphodite 414) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 52.1 ft - (15880 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.6 ft - (5364 mm) |
| Leech | * 54.14 ft - (16502 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 54.41 ft - (16584 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 469.62 ft² |
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Bianca 414 (Emka 43 and Aphodite 414) - GENOA
| Luff | * 46.75 ft - (14249 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 25.7 ft - (7833 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.78 ft - (13344 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 23.7 ft - (7224 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.02 ° |
| Area | * 553.99 ft² |
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Bianca 414 (Emka 43 and Aphodite 414) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 46.75 ft - (14249 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 26.07 ft - (7946 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.01 ft - (13109 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 914 ft² |
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Bianca 414 (Emka 43 and Aphodite 414) - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 46.75 ft - (14249 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 28.44 ft - (8669 mm) |
| Foot | * 28.44 ft - (8669 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1130 ft² |
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