The shipyard's aim is clear: the JPK 48 FC should retain the strengths of its predecessor - safety, comfort and performance. In collaboration with designer Jacques Valer, JPK has incorporated the experience gained from previous models, in particular from the development of the currently very successful JPK 1050, so that the 48 FC also remains true to the typical JPK approach: cruising yacht yes, but with a clear demand for active and performance-orientated sailing characteristics.
Robust construction
As is customary at JPK, the hull and deck of the new JPK 48 FC are built using the infusion process from a glass fibre sandwich with a Corecell foam core. As a special feature, the floor assembly is not subsequently glued into the hull, but laminated together with the hull in a "one-shot" process. This creates a one-piece, extremely rigid platform. The shipyard reinforces the structures with Kevlar fabric in high-stress areas. The bow is also separated as a so-called crash box. The aft peak with the complete steering system is also designed as a watertight compartment.
The sporty T-keel with lead bomb is available in three different draught variants: with 2.30 metres as standard and optionally with 1.70 metres or 2.70 metres. However, the shipyard will no longer offer a hydraulic swivelling keel as on the previous model.
Variance in cockpit design
The layout in the cockpit was already one of the great strengths of the predecessor JPK 45 FC. JPK largely adopts this concept, but refines it in the details. All sheets, halyards and trim lines are returned to two internal consoles in front of the helm stations, where they are easily accessible from all sides by both the helmsman and the crew.
The JPK 48 FC will be offered in several deck and cockpit configurations. Open variants with a flush deck, versions with a doghouse and/or hardtop as well as versions with an equipment carrier at the stern are planned. A new feature is the large, fold-down bathing platform, which closes off the cockpit aft when closed.
More volume, more space
Below deck, the JPK 48 FC essentially adopts the layout of the 45 FC, but gains in volume and flexibility. Two double cabins with large stowage spaces are provided aft. The cabin on the starboard side can optionally be converted into a technical room or a walk-in locker, depending on requirements and use.
Aft on the port side is a double cabin with storage space and a large hull window. It is longer and higher than its predecessor. To starboard aft is a technical and storage space that can also be used as a cabin with a fold-out bunk. Particularly practical: from here there is access to the central technical area behind the engine, where electrical systems and equipment are bundled together.
Compared to the previous model, the aft wet room in particular has become significantly more spacious, now also with a separate shower area. The galley remains integrated into the side of the saloon as a long row. The galley has also grown visibly compared to the 45 FC and now offers larger work surfaces and more storage space.
Owner's suite in the forecastle
The layout in the foredeck has been completely redesigned. A large, wide double bed is now built into the space on the port side, leaving room on the starboard side for an additional sofa or a work surface as an office. The owner's bathroom is built transversely into the foredeck, also with a large, separate shower area. As a further extension option, the large sail load in the forepeak can also be converted into an additional cabin for the skipper.
The construction phase of the new model has already begun, with the first unit scheduled for spring 2027. The shipyard is still working on the pricing. No concrete information is yet available from the shipyard.
Technical data JPK FC 48
- Designer: Jaques Valer
- Design: Jean-Paptiste Dejeanty
- CE design category: A
- Hull length: 14.60 m
- Overall length with bowsprit: 15.90 m
- Waterline length: 13.72 m
- Width: 4.75 m
- Weight: 12.0 tonnes
- Ballast/proportion: 4.5 t / 37.5 %
- Standard draught: 2.30 m
- Draught optional: 1.90 m / 2.70 m
- Mainsail: 60.0 m2
- Genoa: 70.0 m2
- Stagfock: 35.0 m2
- Gennaker: 210.0 m2
- Motorisation: Yanmar 57 hp / 100 hp (optional) / electric hybrid
- Fuel capacity: 300 litres (Std.) / 600 litres (opt.)
- Fresh water capacity: 2 x 400 litres
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Michael Good
Editor Test & Technology
