The Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 vs Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 at 47,6 ft versus Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 at 47,6 ft. At 31 526 lbs and 31 526 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 tops out at 75 hp. Engine specs for the Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 66 gal and 66 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Both boats sit in a similar displacement bracket — 31 526 lbs for the Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 and 31 526 lbs for the Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008. Comparable displacement means broadly similar seakeeping behaviour and load capacity, though hull form and ballast ratio will still produce noticeably different sailing characteristics.
Both boats draw a similar depth — 6,7 ft and 6,1 ft respectively. Marina access and anchorage options should be broadly equivalent between the two.
The Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 uses Sloop rigging. The Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 has a documented auxiliary engine of 75 hp.
Hull speed is rated at 8,7 knots for the Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 and 8,7 knots for the Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008.
Bottom line: The Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Keel and centerboard Keel and centerboard 2008 and Delphia Yachts Delphia 47 - Shoal draft Shoal draft 2008 are closely matched on paper. A sea trial on both in representative conditions is the only reliable way to find which one suits your sailing style, home port, and intended cruising ground.