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Sailboat DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE 1974 – A Timeless Icon of Sailing
Sail through the pages of history with the 1974 DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE, an iconic sailboat that embodies both elegance and performance. This legendary model, designed by Michel Dufour, remains a benchmark in the world of cruising sailboats thanks to its timeless lines and proven reliability.
The DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE offers a warm and functional interior space, perfect for family or friends cruising. With its classic woodwork and well-thought-out layout, it combines charm and comfort. This 9.25-meter sailboat is renowned for its sturdiness and marine performance, making it as enjoyable for coastal navigation as it is for offshore sailing.
The hull of the DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE, solid and balanced, ensures remarkable stability in all conditions. Its sloop rig makes maneuvers easy, even for a small crew, and its optimized sail area guarantees exceptional performance, even in light winds.
In 1974, the DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE was already distinguished by its innovation and avant-garde design. Today, it appeals to classic sailboat enthusiasts seeking an authentic experience and a boat with a unique character.
If you're looking for a sailboat that combines tradition and efficiency, the 1974 DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE is for you. Its meticulous maintenance and recent improvements testify to its durability and the attention given to every detail. This legendary boat is ready to offer you unforgettable adventures on the water.
Don’t miss the opportunity to become the owner of a DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE, a centerpiece of nautical history.
Technical Description of this DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE Sailboat (1974)
Builder: Dufour Yachts
Model: ARPEGE
Year of construction: 1974
Architect: Michel Dufour
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Dimensions
• Overall length (LOA): 9.25 m
• Waterline length: 7.10 m
• Maximum beam: 3.00 m
• Draft: 1.62 m
• Displacement: 4,100 kg
• Ballast: 1,600 kg (cast iron keel)
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Rigging and ARPEGE Sail Area
• Rig type: Fractional Sloop
o Mainsail DELTA VOILE: 18.65m² (2015)
o Medium genoa DELTA VOILE on furler: 30.70m² (2012)
o Solent DELTA VOILE: 16.10m² (2010) on retractable stay
o Mainsail NORTH: 18.10m²
o Heavy genoa NORTH: 27m²
o Spinnaker: 60m²
o Storm sail: 5.5m²
• Mast, boom, and standing rigging replaced in 2008
• 2 spinnaker poles.
• Furler: PROFURL
• Retractable stay with pelican adjuster.
• Winches: 7 winches for halyards and sheets including 2 self-tailing HARKEN winches from 2014.
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Engine and Propulsion
• Brand: Volvo Penta
• Model: MD2020 from 2004
• Power: 19 HP
• Engine hours: 1000 h
• Propulsion type: Shaft drive, fixed two-blade propeller
• Fuel tank: 40L
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Interior Layout
• Berths: 6 (4 berths in the saloon, 2 single berths at the rear)
• Central saloon: table with 2 pivoting panels
• Galley: Sink, foot pump for fresh water and seawater, 2-burner gas stove, storage space.
• Fore triangle: sail locker and dinghy
• Toilets: separate marine toilet
• Freshwater tank: 90 L
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Navigation Equipment
• Compass: Plastimo Contest
• GPS/chart plotter GEONAV 6 SUNSHINE with NAVIONICS charts
• Sounder: AUTOHELM ST50 TRIDATA (Log-depth-speedo)
• Wind vane anemometer: RAYMARINE I60 (2024)
• Log-speedo: AUTOHELM ST50 TRIDATA
• Autopilot: RAYMARINE ST 2000+
• VHF: ICOM IC-M401 EURO
• Electricity: 12V with 2 batteries (service & engine) and electrical panel
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Construction
• Hull material: Laminated fiberglass
• Hull (underwater parts) repainted by a reputed shipyard in 2012.
• Deck: Molded balsa sandwich with molded nonslip (evolution 1974)
• Rudder: Hanging
• Cockpit: self-draining.
• Roof portholes replaced in 2012
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Highlights of the DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE
• Reliable marine performance, perfect for coastal or offshore cruising.
• Sturdiness and durability thanks to solid construction.
• Functional interior, ideal for sailing with a small crew or family.
The DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE from 1974 remains an essential reference for classic sailboat enthusiasts seeking a performance-oriented and elegant boat.
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