SOUTHERLY 46RS
?The Southerly 46RS is a performance orientated evolution of the Southerly, combining the superior qualities of the Southerly with racing yacht technology, for an all new performance cruiser design

Incorporating some innovative cleverly-engineered design features, the Southerly 46RS will deliver an exceptional sailing experience and excite the truly discerning cruising yachtsman.

The excellent performance and sleek lines borrow heavily from the racing yacht heritage and when combined with the key elements of the Southerly, creates a yacht that is worlds away from most production cruisers. Without compromise to it’s cruising purpose, the yacht is beautifully stylish and exudes elegance and simplicity.

The designers, Ker Associates are renowned for producing fast, seaworthy yachts that have won many major offshore races.  Combining their design expertise with the experience from Northshore’s Design Office, this innovative model marks a key milestone - resulting in the ultimate performance cruiser.  

The backbone of the yacht’s structure is the cast-iron grounding plate, which connects with a spider’s web of frames and longitudinal girders. The engineering of the hull, deck and supporting structure allow for excellent sailing performance without compromising the yacht’s ability to cope with the different environments of the seas.

While the structure is robustly engineered, considerable weight is saved through the use of modern materials and techniques. Some of the weight saved is packed into the keel, allowing an easily driven hull to be used while the rest of the weight saved is kept out, to create a yacht that feels alive and is fun, fast and effortless to sail.

An excellent ‘twin wheeled’ helming position and sail controls that are easily reached, allows the helmsman to enjoy the powerful performance of the yacht, whilst maintaining full control at all times. The cockpit is comfortable and spacious, yet secure, equally suitable for al-fresco dining and ocean crossing.

The powerful rig is fully tamed with modern reefing and furling systems, enabling the yacht to keep sailing fast and efficiently in all conditions. The self-tacking furling jib means the yacht can be easily sailed by just two people, with minimal effort.  Semi balanced twin rudders give instantly responsive steering and precise directional stability for easy handling.

The carbon mast is a simple two spreader rig, the type that has become increasingly favoured for performance cruising. The swept back spreaders provide great stability and a hydraulic adjustable backstay allows control of the forestay tension for enthusiastic sailors who want to get that extra bit of upwind performance. The carbon mast provides the benefits not just of increased stiffness and strength, but also a much lighter weight, providing considerable benefits to stability and performance.

An optional bowsprit allows short-handed setting of asymmetric spinnakers, and by projecting the sail further forwards, balance is greatly enhanced while reaching, allowing the yacht to effortlessly maintain large mileages at high speeds.

The Swing Keel system provides a variable draught of 10’10’’ (3.3m) - 2’8’’ (0.8m) for total freedom to sail in almost any waters. The keel can be raised ‘at the touch of a button’ - perfect for thin water sailing and exploring coastlines. A fixed keel option is also available.
The deck layout is designed for the ergonomic efficiency required by the enthusiastic sailor.  The hull to deck joint forms a raised bulwark for secure footing and ropes are fed back to the cockpit, hidden away to leave the deck clean and uncluttered.

The Southerly 46RS does not forget it’s primary cruising purpose, with numerous features such as a large swimming platform that folds down at the transom and a retracting anchor cradle that allows the anchor and cradle to be stowed away when not in use.

Careful attention to detail and the use  of selected timbers and veneers, teamed with exclusive leathers and fabrics are complemented by the highest quality fixtures and fittings.

The large raised saloon seating area provides a focal point for owners and guests, permitting comfortable dining whilst at anchor or moored, and taking full advantage of the all-round views.

The well equipped linear galley has large work surfaces, a fully gimballed 3 burner cooker, grill and oven, twin stainless steel sinks, a front opening refrigerator, top loading freezer and plenty of storage - excellent facilities for entertaining in style.