Dufour 54
Description
The Dufour 54 is a French luxury performance sailing yacht designed by Umberto Felci (Felci Yacht Design) as a spacious coastal and bluewater cruiser-racer, ideal for family voyages, charter operations, and competitive sailing. It features a fiberglass monohull with a fin keel (bulb optional) and spade rudder for agile upwind handling, an extended beam for exceptional stability and interior volume, and a fractional sloop rig for responsive sail trim and strong light-air performance. The design emphasizes lightweight yet robust construction for quick acceleration, a moderate displacement/length ratio for balanced motion, and a high ballast ratio for stiffness in gusts, with a comfort ratio classifying it as a capable ocean-crosser. Introduced in 2025 by Dufour Yachts in La Rochelle, France, the Dufour 54 is the latest flagship of the Grand Large range, evolving from the award-winning Dufour 530 to incorporate innovative cabin options and enhanced customization in a sub-60 ft package. Conceived during Dufour's ongoing focus on blending Italian aesthetics with French engineering, it targets affluent owners seeking shorthanded ease, style, and versatility. Production began in early 2025, with initial deliveries in mid-year, and reviews highlight its "innovative comfort and performance" as a "smooth cruiser with trademark Dufour DNA."
Construction Details
| Designer | Umberto Felci |
|---|---|
| Builder | Dufour Yachts |
| Length | 55.250 ft |
| LOA | 55.250 ft |
| LWL | 48.720 ft |
| Beam | 17.220 ft |
| Displacement | 38580 lb |
| Ballast | 11023 lb |
| Max Draft | 8.200 ft |
| Year Built | 2025 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 67.92 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 18.47 ft |
| p | 62.67 ft |
| e | 19.69 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67.92 ft | 18.47 ft | 62.67 ft | 19.69 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Dufour 54 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 62.67 ft - (19102 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.69 ft - (6002 mm) |
| Leech | * 64.76 ft - (19739 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 65.03 ft - (19821 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 630.26 ft² |
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Dufour 54 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 56.31 ft - (17163 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 23.88 ft - (7279 mm) |
| Leech | * 50.12 ft - (15277 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.24 ft - (6474 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.98 ° |
| Area | * 598.02 ft² |
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Dufour 54 - GENOA
| Luff | * 66.87 ft - (20382 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 29.33 ft - (8940 mm) |
| Leech | * 63.58 ft - (19379 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.97 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 27.7 ft - (8443 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 926.15 ft² |
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Dufour 54 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 66.87 ft - (20382 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 30.48 ft - (9290 mm) |
| Leech | * 61.52 ft - (18751 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 1529 ft² |
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Dufour 54 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 66.87 ft - (20382 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 33.25 ft - (10135 mm) |
| Foot | * 33.25 ft - (10135 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1890 ft² |
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