Bavaria 47 Ocean
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S&J Yachts
United States
| Make | Bavaria |
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| Model | 47 Ocean |
| Year | 2000 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$175,000 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cruiser/Racer |
| Length | 48 ft |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
| Location | Fernandina Beach, Florida |
| LOA | 48 ft |
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| Beam | 13 ft 12 in |
| Max Draft | 5 ft 7 in |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 62 ft |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
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| Engine Make | Volvo Penta |
| Engine Model | TMD22P-C |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Power | 78 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Engine usage (hours) | 759 |
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| Electrical Equipment |
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| Guest Cabins | 2 |
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| Guest Heads | 2 |
| Fuel Tanks | 100 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 88 gal |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
| Windlass | Electric Windlass |
Description
EPOCH — A Proven Blue-Water Bavaria Ocean 47, Refit & Ready for the Next Chapter
If you’ve been waiting for a true offshore cruising yacht—one with the size, systems, and pedigree to cross oceans comfortably—Epoch deserves your attention right now.
This Bavaria Ocean 47 is not a production coastal cruiser. She was designed for serious passagemaking: a strong hull, powerful rig, generous tankage, and a layout that works offshore as well as at anchor for months at a time. One of her most desirable blue-water features is her center cockpit, which provides a more protected helm, excellent visibility, and separation between the living spaces—ideal for long-range cruising and liveaboard comfort.
Between 2022 and 2025, Epoch underwent an extensive ~$95,000 refit, with critical systems upgraded and refreshed so the next owner isn’t starting from scratch. The result is a turn-key, extended-cruising Bavaria Ocean 47—updated where it counts with new rigging, modern navigation, solar + Victron energy management, LED lighting, and key running-gear improvements.
- Custom blinds (Fall 2025)
- Black water hoses (Fall 2025)
- Mast rewired
- New standing rigging
- New running rigging
- New lifelines
- All lighting converted to LED
- New rudder bearings/bushings
- New cutlass bearing
Energy & Power System
- 600-watt solar array
- Victron MultiPlus II inverter/charger
- 2 × 300Ah LiFePO4 batteries
- Victron Orion DC/DC charger
- Victron Cerbo GX controller with touchscreen
- Axiom 9 Pro
- Quantum 2 Doppler color radar
- (2) i70 multifunction displays
- i60 analog wind instrument
- Evolution autopilot with p70 head
- Em-Trak Class B AIS
- Navionics+ charts (good through 12/2025)
Timeless Elegance. Ocean-Proven. German-Engineered. Built in Giebelstadt, Germany, Epoch is known for hand-laid solid fiberglass construction with Kevlar reinforcement in high-load areas, delivering the kind of confidence you want when the forecast changes and the next safe harbor is a long sail away.
This is the kind of yacht that:
- Takes you across the Atlantic, not just across the bay
- Feels solid and predictable when conditions deteriorate
- Rewards an owner who wants to sail far, live aboard, and live simply—but well
Boats like this don’t come along often at a price that makes sense—and they don’t stay available long when the right sailor finds them.
Additional Information
Sailing Performance
Under sail, Epoch comes alive. Her finely balanced hull and responsive helm make her a joy to command in light air and boisterous seas. She features a powerful sloop rig with a Selden in-mast furling aluminum mast and a roller furling jib, designed for efficient sail handling and shorthanded cruising ease. For safety and simplicity, all lines are led aft to the cockpit to a pair of self-tailing Harken 46 winches, making her equally suitable for solo sailors or a whole crew.
The Genoa is paired with Harken 56 self-tailing electric winches, ensuring smooth control and reduced fatigue when trimming under load. A rigid vang supports the boom for a stable sail shape in all conditions.
Bavaria's well-balanced spade rudder and wing keel, drafting 5'-7", provide exceptional upwind tracking and confident bluewater performance. She's stiff, surefooted, and surprisingly quick, with nearly 1,000 square feet of working sail area and a layout built for endurance and comfort.
The Bavaria Ocean 47 is regarded as one of the brand's best offshore models—built strong, sailed far, and celebrated for its sea-keeping ability. Epoch proudly continues this legacy. She is not just a sailboat but a vessel of possibility—your gateway to experiencing the world on your terms.
Whether you envision Mediterranean island-hopping, Caribbean passages, or long, lazy anchorages in remote harbors, Epoch is ready to carry you there—in style, comfort, and confidence.
Highlights
- German craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout
- Strong, seaworthy monohull with excellent motion in a seaway
- Spacious, deep cockpit with solid teak seating and ergonomic helm
- Integrated swim platform with ladder—perfect for water access or boarding the dinghy
- Thoughtfully upgraded systems throughout for extended voyaging
- Meticulously maintained and truly cruise-ready
Vessel Overview
- Hull Construction: Solid fiberglass with hand-laid GRP laminate
- Reinforcement: Kevlar in high-load structural zones
- Deck: GRP sandwich with molded anti-slip surface
- Displacement: 26,235 lbs (11,900 kg)
- Ballast: 9,921 lbs (4,500 kg)
- Rig Type: Masthead sloop with in-mast furling
- Sail Area: 963 ft² (89.47 m²)
- Mast Height: 61.61' / 18.78 m
- Crunch Height: 63'0" (top plate to wind sensor)
- Touch Height: 64'8" (antenna tip)
Mechanical & Electrical Systems
Epoch is built for reliable performance at sea and long-term comfort off-grid. Key mechanical and electrical systems include:
- Main Engine: Volvo Penta TMD22P-C (4-cylinder diesel)
- SN: 868806 | Reverse Gear: MS2A-E, 3.0
- Generator: Norpro 5NY, 5kW diesel
- Bow Thruster: Lewmar 185TT
- Windlass: Lofrans Tigres 12V, 1200W / Gypsy: Lofrans 631120 – 3/8" BBB
- Inverter/Charger: Victron Multiplus II (12/3000/120) – 2023
- Battery Bank: 2x 300Ah LION lithium batteries – 2023
- Start Battery: 12V GRP31 – 2023
- Solar: 3 x 200W panels (installed 2023)
- Shore Power: Dual 30A / 120V
- System Monitor: Victron Cerbo GX touchscreen
- Battery Monitor: Dual Victron Smart Monitors
Navigation & Electronics
Raymarine System - 2023
- MFD: Raymarine Axiom 9 Pro
- Radar: Raymarine Quantum2 Doppler
- Autopilot: Raymarine Evolution w/ p70 head
- Instruments: 2x i70s, 1x i60 wind
- AIS: Em-Trac Class B
- Charting: Navionics+ (valid through Dec 2025)
Rigging & Sail Inventory
Epoch features a robust and performance-oriented sail plan, with all key sail handling systems optimized for shorthanded sailing.
- Rig Type: Masthead sloop
- Mast & Boom: Selden in-mast furling
- Sail Handling:
All lines led aft to clutches and 2 Harken 46 self-tailing winches
Roller furling 125% Genoa controlled by Harken 56 self-tailing electric winches
- Sails:
Mainsail & Genoa are original (refurbished 2024)
Spinnaker - Assymmetric
- Standing Rigging: Replaced 2023
- Running Rigging: Replaced 2023 with "Marlow" lines
Ground Tackle & Safety
- Anchor: Rocna Vulcan 25 kg (55 lbs)
- Chain: 280 ft of 3/8" BBB Grade 30 (450 lbs)
- Swivel: Mantus S2
MWL: 4350 lbs | UBS: 21,700 lbs
- Washdown Pump: Anchor locker-mounted
- EPIRB: ACR GlobalFix V4 Cat I (RLB-41, PN: 2830, SN: 3208)
Accommodations
Below deck, Epoch offers a warm and inviting interior, featuring rich wood finishes, ample natural light, and a spacious, intelligently designed layout ideal for long-term cruising or full-time liveaboard living.
Sleeping Capacity
- Comfortably sleeps six in three private cabins
Cabins
- Aft Owner’s Suite: Features a centerline queen berth, generous storage, and a private ensuite head with a separate stall shower
- Forward Guest Cabin: Includes a double berth, hanging locker, and direct access to the forward head.
- Starboard Guest Cabin: Berths—perfect for guests, crew, or additional storage
Heads
- Two full heads equipped with Jabsco manual marine toilets, sinks, and showers.
- Aft head includes a dedicated shower stall for added comfort and privacy
Salon
- Spacious U-shaped settee with a solid wood dining table, ideal for meals or entertaining
- Excellent ventilation and light from multiple opening hatches and ports
Galley
- L-shaped design provides safety and functionality at sea
- Force 10 gimbaled LPG stove and oven
- Double stainless steel sinks with hot and cold pressure water
- Refrigeration and microwave
- Abundant counter space and well-thought-out storage throughout
Climate Control
- Two 9,000 BTU reverse-cycle air conditioning units keep the interior cool and comfortable in warmer climates or provide heat when needed.
Tender: 2023 Highfield Classic series RIB with a 15 HP Suzuki outboard.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith, but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires to be validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
S&J Yachts
United States
Presented For Sale By:
S&J Yachts
United States
