Dufour 12000 CT
Description
The Dufour 12000 CT is a French pilothouse ketch designed as a robust performance cruiser, ideal for coastal cruising, family voyages, and occasional offshore passages. It features a fiberglass monohull with a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder for balanced handling and protection, a wide beam for stability, and a masthead ketch rig (sloop optional) for versatile sail management and strong downwind performance in moderate winds. The design emphasizes seaworthiness with a heavy displacement/length ratio for a stable, comfortable ride and a high ballast ratio for stiffness in gusts, with a comfort ratio classifying it as a bluewater-capable yacht. Introduced in 1979 by Dufour Yachts in La Rochelle, France, the Dufour 12000 CT was an in-house design by Michel Dufour, targeting the late 1970s demand for spacious, all-weather cruisers during the fiberglass production boom. Production ran until 1985, with approximately 100 units built, reflecting its appeal as a value-oriented family yacht with pilothouse protection. Contemporary reviews praised its "excellent seakeeping" and spacious accommodations, noting its suitability for long passages. The "12000" refers to its designed displacement in kg. It's distinct from smaller Dufour models and remains a vintage favorite for its durability.
Construction Details
| Designer | Michel Dufour |
|---|---|
| Builder | Dufour Yachts |
| Length | 44.780 ft |
| LOA | 44.780 ft |
| LWL | 34.300 ft |
| Beam | 13.060 ft |
| Displacement | 27060 lb |
| Ballast | 8380 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.830 ft |
| Year Built | 1979 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 46.85 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.09 ft |
| p | 41.33 ft |
| e | 13 ft |
| p2 | 24.61 ft |
| e2 | 11.81 ft |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46.85 ft | 15.09 ft | 41.33 ft | 13 ft | 24.61 ft | 11.81 ft | - | - |
Sails
Dufour 12000 CT - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 41.33 ft - (12597 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13 ft - (3962 mm) |
| Leech | * 42.62 ft - (12991 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 42.89 ft - (13073 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 277.48 ft² |
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Dufour 12000 CT - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 39.38 ft - (12003 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.01 ft - (6099 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.15 ft - (10409 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.35 ft - (5288 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.02 ° |
| Area | * 341.65 ft² |
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Dufour 12000 CT - GENOA
| Luff | * 46.76 ft - (14252 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 24.39 ft - (7434 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.97 ft - (13402 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.03 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 22.64 ft - (6901 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.97 ° |
| Area | * 529.36 ft² |
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Dufour 12000 CT - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 46.76 ft - (14252 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 24.9 ft - (7590 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.02 ft - (13112 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 873 ft² |
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Dufour 12000 CT - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 46.76 ft - (14252 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 27.16 ft - (8278 mm) |
| Foot | * 27.16 ft - (8278 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1080 ft² |
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Dufour 12000 CT - MIZZEN
| Luff | * 24.61 ft - (7501 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 11.81 ft - (3600 mm) |
| Leech-AftHdBd | * 26.92 ft - (8205 mm) |
| Tack Ang | * 88 ° |
| Diag (clew/head) | * 26.92 ft - (8205 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area (no Roach) | * 149.272 ft² |
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