New Zealand 45
Description
The New Zealand 45 is a performance-oriented American fiberglass cruiser-racer designed by renowned naval architect Gary Mull (known for designs like the Newport series and Ranger yachts). Built in limited numbers in 1984 by New Zealand Yachts in Whangārei, New Zealand (out of production), only 5 hulls were constructed in solid fiberglass (GRP) with a fin keel and spade rudder for responsive handling and good upwind ability. It emphasizes a spacious, comfortable interior for extended coastal or offshore cruising (typically 2–3 cabins with 6–8 berths, generous galley, heads, nav station, and ample tankage/storage), masthead sloop rig, and solid seaworthiness with excellent stability—praised for generous accommodations, strong seakeeping, and balanced performance in varied conditions, though rare due to the short run.
Construction Details
| Designer | Gary Mull |
|---|---|
| Builder | New Zealand Yachts |
| Length | 45.000 ft |
| LOA | 45.000 ft |
| LWL | 36.500 ft |
| Beam | 13.750 ft |
| Displacement | 23150 lb |
| Ballast | 10515 lb |
| Max Draft | 8.000 ft |
| Year Built | 1984 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 59.40 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 18 ft |
| p | 52.40 ft |
| e | 17.70 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.40 ft | 18 ft | 52.40 ft | 17.70 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
New Zealand 45 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 52.4 ft - (15972 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.7 ft - (5395 mm) |
| Leech | * 54.56 ft - (16630 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 54.72 ft - (16679 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 463.28 ft² |
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New Zealand 45 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 49.65 ft - (15133 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 23.64 ft - (7205 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.49 ft - (13256 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 20.7 ft - (6309 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 514.04 ft² |
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New Zealand 45 - GENOA
| Luff | * 58.96 ft - (17971 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 28.89 ft - (8806 mm) |
| Leech | * 55.66 ft - (16965 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 27 ft - (8230 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 795.87 ft² |
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New Zealand 45 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 58.96 ft - (17971 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 32.4 ft - (9876 mm) |
| Foot | * 32.4 ft - (9876 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 1623.76 ft² |
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