SWAN 78
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Clockwise from top left: the Swan 77, one of Frers’ masterpieces; the Swan 76, last S&S project for Nautor; Swan 80 class 2010; the pure cruiser Swan 75 Yacht sizes of around 78 feet, quite a central measure for the Swan range, are a watershed between the world of performance cruisers and that of maxi yachts. This means that the yachts in this family have all the features and amenities of a maxi yacht without the owner having to deal with any of the bureaucratic or managerial complications. It is the ideal measurement for enjoying the very best in terms of habitability with a relatively...

Germán Frers All of Nautor´s know-how and experience in racing and cruising yachts have been incorporated into this new blue-water Swan 78, a direct descendant of the original Swan 80 and 82 models of the past. She is slightly shorter overall - in order to meet the EC 24.00 metre length overall limitation - beamier and more powerful. The modern hull lines, including a wide stern above the waterline, twin rudders and racing oriented keel design, are a reflection of the rapid evolution of yacht design during the past years, propelled by the experiences made on round-the-world races and other...

The new Swan 78 benefits from years of experience in Nautor’s large yachts design and construction, but is in herself a large step forward. Long ocean races have brought significant changes to the principles of yacht design, with enormous advantages in terms of stability, safety and performance. Today’s bluewater yachts are stable and fast, gliding on the waves and quickly gaining speed, with a significant increase in daily mileage and, at the same time, lower strain on the gear and rigging. This translates to greater durability. They are particularly stable, both in terms of roll, thanks...

The deck is the one area of the yacht where owners, guests and crew spend the most time. Here is where the yacht is handled under sail, and here is where guests enjoy the seascapes at anchor. The Swan 78 deck layout is the most recent evolution of the “S” concept (Semi-raised Saloon), with the celebrated Swan coachroof, discreet and streamlined, with panoramic views from inside, due to the raised saloon. On the 78 Frers signature lines have given their very best, with sleek curves that create a volume capable of protecting the cockpit and creating more space below. The coachroof design is a...

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To provide the most flexibility and satisfy any possible owners’ requirement, the interiors of the Swan 78 are offered in two exclusive and different layouts: Owner Forward and Owner Aft. In the first configuration, the Owner has a large suite forward, cooler and quieter. It is 4.5 m long, with an island bed that is completely accessible on three sides. A desk and dedicated bathroom, with large separate shower compartment, complete this luxurious apartment. The Owners Aft version is dedicated to owners who wish to sail long distances and in any weather. The large suite, in this case, is...

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Under sail Sailing a Swan 78 is an experience that instantly explains the latest design trends for sailing yachts. The first feature that emerges is her extreme stability during sailing, made possible through her twin rudders. Indeed, as heel angle increases, the geometry in the water alters to adapt to the new position. The windward rudder lifts while the leeward one dips progressively, becoming more perpendicular and at the same time more efficient. Heeling stability is guaranteed – with the first few degrees of heel, the hull form facilitates prompt acceleration even in light conditions....

The hull is a foam cored glass fibre reinforced epoxy construction with carbon fibre unidirectional reinforcements built in a female mould. • The lay-up is vacuum assisted epoxy resin infusion, giving a stiff laminate with excellent strength and fatigue properties. The hull laminate is cured in an oven at a temperature specified by the material manufacturer.  •  All the stiffeners are moulded by vacuum assisted epoxy resin infusion in glass fabrics with carbon fibre reinforcements and foam cores. Special care is taken to assure rigid foundation and proper adhesion to hull.  •  The...

Specifications General Length overall Length of waterline Beam max Draft Draft shallow (opt) Draft lifting keel (opt) Displacement Ballast, Engine Rig and sail dimensions IG J P E Main sail Fore triangle Jib Classification CE-Approval Category A Ocean Naval Architect German Frers

This catalogue contains non-contractual descriptive information about Nautor’s Swan yachts including drawings, photographs as well as other data. All such information is subject to change at any time without prior notice and does not represent an exact description of any particular yacht. Photos or diagrams could include special equipment that is not part of the equipment supplied by the boatyard. All the information, figures, photographs and data provided in this catalogue are exclusive copyright, industrial property right and property of Nautor’s Swan.