A proven all-rounder in bluewater adventuring and fast cruising, the three-cabin, two heads Contest 50CS reflects well the sound principles of the long running design partnership with Georg Nissen. Clean yet accommodating lines, sophisticated but simple rig, fully balanced spade rudder for feel and precision, and a performance foil for moderate draft, lead ballasted bulb keel. In other words: fast, comfortable, secure and capable. Size wise, big sister to the 45CS and first in the Contest line with shaft rather sail drive and engine below the floor, her manoeuvrability is even better and running noise levels even quieter, too.
Sloop or cutter rigged with mainsheet traveller behind the spacious cockpit with comfortable wraparound contours and fixed table, Nissen’s abiding principle of polished simplicity is clear to see. As it is in the wide expanse of uncluttered decks enabled by flush fittings and concealed sail control leads returning to the cockpit for safe working day and night far out to sea.
Sloop or cutter rig, smaller foretriangle for quick and easy tacking. Selden spars, sails by North as standard. Electric or hydraulic headsail furling. Choice of mainsail reefing systems.
Cruising couple’s master and VIP guest cabin plan with option of office, or additional bunked cabin for family and friends. Featuring includes mood and red night lighting.
Length overall | 14.99 m | 49.18 ft |
Length waterline | 13.13 m | 43.08 ft |
Maximum beam | 4.58 m | 15.03 ft |
Displacement | 17,500 kg | 38,580 lbs |
Draft bulb keel | 2.15 m | 7.05 ft |
Ballast bulb keel | 6,100 kg | 13,445 lbs |
Mast height above waterline | 23.55 m | 77.3 ft |
Main sail | 67 m2 | 723 ft2 |
Genoa 114% | 58 m2 | 616 ft2 |
Fuel tank | 564 ltr. | 124.1 imp. gal. |
Water tank | 718 ltr. | 158 imp. gal. |
Engine, Yanmar | 81 kW | 110 hp |
The diagram shows the exceptional upwind and reaching potential of the 50CS.
Curves from in- to outside are calculated at 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 20 knots true windspeed.
The stability curve shows a high initial stability and great sail carrying capacity. The stability range of more than 130° exceeds the CE norm by a wide margin.