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Sailboat DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE 1974 – A Timeless Icon of Sailing
Sail in the footsteps 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 cruising sailboat world thanks to its timeless lines and proven reliability.
The DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE offers a warm and functional interior space, ideal 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 robustness and marine performance, making it equally enjoyable for coastal navigation and offshore sailing.
The hull of the DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE, solid and well-balanced, ensures remarkable stability under all conditions. Its sloop rig simplifies handling, even for a small crew, and its optimized sail plan 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 unique character.
If you are looking for a sailboat that combines tradition and efficiency, the 1974 DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE is made for you. Its meticulous maintenance and recent upgrades reflect its durability and attention 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 cornerstone piece of nautical history.
Technical Description of this DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE Sailboat (1974)
Builder: Dufour Yachts
Model: ARPEGE
Year of Construction: 1974
Designer: Michel Dufour
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Dimensions
• Length Overall (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 Sails ARPEGE
• Rig type: Fractional sloop
o DELTA VOILE mainsail: 18.65 m² (2015)
o Medium Genoa DELTA VOILE on furling: 30.70 m² (2012)
o Solent DELTA VOILE: 16.10 m² (2010) on retractable forestay
o NORTH mainsail: 18.10 m²
o NORTH heavy Genoa: 27 m²
o Spinnaker: 60 m²
o Troumptin (storm sail): 5.5 m²
• Mast, boom, and standing rigging replaced in 2008
• 2 spinnaker poles
• Furling system: PROFURL
• Retractable forestay with pelican tensioner
• Winches: 7 halyard and sheet winches 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
• Drive type: Shaft line, fixed two-blade propeller
• Fuel tank: 40 L
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Interior Layout
• Berths: 6 (4 berths in the saloon, 2 single berths aft)
• Central saloon: table with 2 fold-away panels
• Galley: Sink, foot pump for fresh and seawater, 2-burner gas stove, storage space
• Forepeak: sail and dinghy storage
• Toilets: Separate marine WC
• Freshwater tank: 90 L
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Navigation Equipment
• Compass: Plastimo Contest
• GPS/chartplotter: GEONAV 6 SUNSHINE with NAVIONICS charts
• Depth sounder: AUTOHELM ST50 TRIDATA (Log-depth-speed)
• Wind vane anemometer: RAYMARINE I60 (2024)
• Speed log: AUTOHELM ST50 TRIDATA
• Autopilot: RAYMARINE ST 2000+
• VHF: ICOM IC-M401 EURO
• Electrical system: 12V with 2 batteries (service & engine) and electrical panel
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Construction
• Hull material: Laminated polyester
• Hull (wetted surface) repainted by reputed boatyard in 2012
• Deck: Balsa sandwich molded with molded non-slip (1974 upgrade)
• Rudder: Suspended
• Cockpit: Self-draining
• Coachroof portlights replaced in 2012
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Strengths of the DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE
• Reliable marine performance, perfect for coastal or offshore cruising
• Robustness and durability thanks to solid construction
• Functional interior, ideal for small crews or family navigation
The 1974 DUFOUR-YACHTS ARPEGE remains an indispensable reference for classic sailboat enthusiasts seeking a performant and elegant boat.
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