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lagoon 450 review
Catamaran · 45 ft (14 m) · Angra dos Reis
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Key specs
- Builder
- lagoon
- Model
- lagoon 450
- Length
- 45 ft (14 m)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
Verdict
A spacious, well-proven cruising catamaran with strong liveaboard comfort and easy shallow-water access. It is not a performance-focused sailer, but it offers balanced charter-friendly handling, solid build quality, and good value in the used market.
Pros
- +Large beam delivers generous interior and cockpit space
- +Shallow draft suits anchorages and coastal cruising
- +Three-cabin layout is practical for guests or charter use
- +Good stability and predictable manners under sail
- +Strong cruising platform with ample tankage and systems capacity
Cons
- −Not especially lively compared with performance cats
- −Wide beam can make marina docking and tight maneuvering less convenient
- −Heavier cruising design limits upwind pace
- −Used examples can vary widely in condition and equipment
- −Large sail plan may require attentive sail handling in stronger winds
The Lagoon 450 is a full-size cruising catamaran with a broad beam, low draft, and a layout designed around volume rather than speed. Published specifications place the boat at about 45 ft 10 in LOA with a beam just under 26 ft and a draft around 4 ft 3 in, which explains its emphasis on interior space and shallow-water access.[1][2]
On the water, it is best described as a steady, confidence-building cruiser rather than a sharp sailboat. The twin-engine setup and catamaran hull form make close-quarters control practical, but the boat’s width and cruising-oriented hulls mean it is more comfortable and stable than it is quick or agile.[1][3]
Comfort is the Lagoon 450’s strongest point. The three-cabin version offers good privacy for six guests, while the wide saloon, deck access, and large cockpit make it well suited to family cruising or charter use. The trade-off is that this is a larger platform to manage, so mooring, sail changes, and docking can feel less forgiving than on smaller yachts.[2][3]
As a used purchase, it remains attractive because it combines proven charter appeal with strong livability and respectable build consistency. Buyers should focus on maintenance history, rig condition, engine hours, and system wear, since many examples have seen intensive cruising or charter service.[3][4]
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