XBOAT ref :6319.

METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)

- JADE 48 ALU

- Sloop

- Built in 1978

- METALU SHIPYARD (France 44)

- Keelboat

- Overall length: 16.00 m

- Hull length: 15.00 m

- Waterline length: 12.50 m

- Beam / max beam: 4.25 m

- Minimum draft: 2.50 m

- Ballast: 6000 kg

- Mast with two sets of spreaders: 18.50 m

- Light displacement: approximately 13,000 kg

- Center cockpit and aft wheel steering



Owner Loïc’s words:

"I bought this boat in 1988, its speed and performance won me over immediately!

The boat was built in 1978 for skipper MARSAUDON, and I had the chance to sail with him during the 'Offshore Race' in the double-handed transatlantic, Lorient - Bermuda - Lorient in 1983 aboard the trimaran Stalaven!



I bought this Jade 48 in 1988 as a bare hull and worked on it for 2 years for a complete refit, reinforcing the stringers on the bow, then I made all the wooden joinery and interior fittings.



I am passionate about regattas and offshore racing, and I have owned this superb aluminum sailboat for 36 years!

Today, it is a fast and comfortable boat.



The boat is maintained regularly: 'I am very strict about boat maintenance; it is part of safety.

It is hauled out regularly; this April 2026, we gave it a makeover for the spring: haul-out, antifouling, various checks and repairs, anodes were replaced, the hull was sandblasted, and 4 coats of zinc silicate antifouling 'Doxanode' were applied.



This is a boat ready to sail. I do everything myself on my boat, knowing that I am a former professional in shipbuilding, except for the sandblasting, which was done by a company in April 2026.



With age, I have made the difficult decision to part with it, and we are looking for its new owner.

It is a stiff boat under sail, a true upwind performer!

So, you need to be a bit athletic if you are interested in this sailboat!"



⛵ VINTAGE JADE 48 ALU SAILBOAT – METALU SHIPYARD 44 (1978)

A racing sailboat transformed into an authentic performance cruiser-racer, ready to sail

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Main characteristics

• Model: Jade 48 Aluminum

• Originally built for skipper MARSAUDON

• Shipyard: METALU (France)

• Year: 1978

• Type: Keel sloop

• Overall length: 16.00 m

• Hull length: 15.00 m

• Waterline length: 12.50 m

• Beam: 4.25 m

• Draft: 2.50 m

• Ballast: 6,000 kg

• Displacement: approx. 13,000 kg

• Mast: 18.50 m – two sets of spreaders

• Center cockpit, aft wheel steering

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⚓ Owner’s words

"Owner since 1988, this boat immediately captivated me with its speed and performance.

Originally built for skipper Marsaudon, I had the opportunity to sail with him in offshore racing.

Bought as a bare hull, I fully fitted and reinforced it myself: reinforced bow structure, custom joinery, complete interior fittings.

After 36 years of passionate sailing, I am parting with it reluctantly.

It is a fast, seaworthy, demanding sailboat, ideal for enthusiasts of sporty sailing. Always meticulously maintained, it is now ready to set sail again."

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Recent work (April 2026)

• Complete hull sandblasting

• Full haul-out

• 4 coats of zinc antifouling

• Anode replacement

• General checks and maintenance

Boat ready to sail immediately

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Accommodation (8 to 10 berths)

• Large saloon with settees (3 berths)

• Chart table + electrical panel

• Equipped galley (double sink, gas stove + gimballed oven)

• Pressurized cold water

• Head with marine toilet

• Aft cabin with double bed + private head

• 2 forward cabins with bunk beds

• Headroom: 1.90 m

• Heating: Refleks diesel stove



Functional fittings, seafaring spirit, simple and robust comfort

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⚙️ Engine

• Engine: NANNI N4.50 – 50 HP

• Installation: 2011

• Hours: approx. 930 h

• Transmission: shaft drive – 3-blade bronze propeller in cupro-aluminum

• Tank: 270 L (2 tanks)

• Alternator + shaft alternator

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Energy & electricity

• Gel battery bank ~700 Ah

• Wind turbine + 2 solar panels (100 W)

• 12V / 220V circuit

• ⚠️ No shore power charger

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Navigation & electronics

• Autopilot RAYMARINE EV 400 (powerful electric drive) NEW 2026!

• Raymarine ST60 (depth sounder, speed, wind)

• Fixed VHF + handheld VHF

• GPS antenna (PC/tablet connection)

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Safety & equipment

• Up-to-date offshore safety equipment

• 6-person liferaft (serviced until 2028)

• EPIRB beacon (2028)

• Powerful LEWMAR electric windlass + 30 kg anchor

• Zodiac dinghy 3.10 m + Yamaha 6 HP outboard



Sails and Rigging

- Fully battened mainsail of 45 m² (approx. 20 years old, good working condition)

- Genoa on furler with UV strip and protective sock, area of 75 m² (very thick Dacron, approx. 10 years old, very good working condition)

- Staysail on removable stainless steel stay + storm jib (very good working condition)

- 1 symmetrical spinnaker (good working condition)

- 1 asymmetrical spinnaker (good working condition)

- Standing rigging replaced in 2010 (all shrouds)

- Forestay replaced in 2012

- Adjustable backstay, diameter 12 mm

- Shrouds, diameter 10 mm

- 3 spinnaker poles

- 18.50 m masthead sloop rig – 2 sets of spreaders

- Numerous winches at the stern, in the center cockpit, and at the mast base



This is a 1980s racing boat / Close-hauled and tight upwind performance!!

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⚠️ Important notes

• Keel sailboat (draft 2.50 m – not a centerboarder)

• No hot water, no shower, no watermaker

• No black water tank

• No windvane self-steering

• High-quality custom fittings, vintage racing spirit

• Survey recommended before purchase

Sailboat intended for experienced sailors who appreciate high-performance and authentic boats

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Visit arrangements

• Preliminary video visit possible

• In-person visits by appointment only

• Sea trial possible under conditions (deposit + agreement)

• Handover assistance by the owner

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A unique sailboat for enthusiasts

This Jade 48 is not a modern production boat, but a true character sailboat: fast, solid, steeped in history, ideal for committed offshore sailing.

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