THE VERY BEST OF DUTCH FINESSE

The new Contest 50CS replaces one of our most successful ever models. Fifty-feet has long been a sweet spot for Contest and this 15.5-metre new arrival is set to secure the sector again. Advancing the centre cockpit concept in line with the award-winning Contest 55CS, judel/vrolijk & co and Wetzels Brown Partners in combination have created in the 50CS a brilliant modernity yet timeless appeal.

At Contest the aesthetic is logical, luxurious and long lasting. Sleeping 6+2 in three cabins plus saloon, the Contest 50CS accommodation plan reveals a remarkably bigger interior in every area. The enlarged aft master suite now has an even more spacious bathroom, with separate shower and heads. The twin-sided corridor galley has more height, breadth, increased workspace and stowage, and more natural light, as does the saloon and navigation area too. Forward of the mast the same opening of space and increase in light apply to starboard bunked cabin, portside heads with separate shower stall, and the remarkably tall and wide, airy guest suite with big island bed set above a generous floor plan. This is a big 50-footer.

The detailing is also from the world of bigger yachts from the mood-setting lighting systems to newly formed proud cabinetry and the option for ribbed timber panelling, and a chaise longue in the saloon created using the stowable dining stools to infill the portside sofa. Notably for this new model there is also a clever optional transom window in the aft cabin which, externally, appears set into the grand central bathing stairway which reveals as the beach platform folds out and down to the water.

With both the 50CS and 49CS sharing similar base engineering and detailing, these newly launched models introduce even more natural light into their aft cabin spaces with new stylistically disguised glazing running through the full length of the superstructure’s rear coamings. A very neat idea. Sustainability is increasingly high on the agenda too. So, all-electric propulsion is now an option with a Torqeedo unit and strong battery bank supported by diesel genset, built-in hydro-generator and integral solar panels. Together, powering far-reaching range.

SPECS, SAILPLAN & LAYOUT

Our approach to semi-custom yacht construction permits wide ranging personal choice in cabin configuration and completion. The plans shown on this page are examples of the beginnings of your personalisation and our building dreams together. We look forward to working with you.

MAIN DIMENSIONS

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

We care deeply about what we do and how we do it. We believe in reputation. For this, all the many trades involved in building a Contest yacht work with only the best appropriate materials, equipment and systems. And all carried out at the highest of skill levels to deliver a yacht exceeding expectations.

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BUILDING GREEN DREAMS TOGETHER

LOOKING TO SUSTAINABILITY?

Going all-electric is clearly a good thing to do but it cannot be done lightly if it is to be done well. We have looked long and hard at this, and we are excited at our innovating collaboration with our chosen partner Torqeedo. The system we have arrived at is truly first class.

The choice of Torqeedo as partner first brings not only the excellent high-torque Deep Blue 50kW unit and a global support network but the ability within the single brand to power all Contest yachts across the range from the 13-metre Contest 42CS to the 21-metre 67CS.

SAILPLAN

POLAR PERFORMANCE DIAGRAM & STABILITY CURVE

The diagram shows the exceptional upwind and reaching potential of the 50CS.

The stability curve shows a high initial stability and great sail carrying capacity.

YOUR OWN LAYOUT

LAYOUT INTERIOR

  • Super spacious aft master cabin with two sofas
  • Luxury big and deep vented mattresses
  • Big hull windows with optional transom window for aft panorama
  • All wardrobes naturally ventilated
  • Large private ensuite bathroom with enclosed shower stall
  • Tall and daylight bright forward VIP guest cabin with centreline island double bed
  • Forward guest cabin with bunked beds - optionally office or workshop
  • Guest bathroom with separate shower stall and wet locker
  • Aft port two-sided longitudinal galley with extensive stowage and refrigeration
  • Extra-big saloon with infill-lounging to port and side-facing navigation station to starboard
  • Uncrowded engine and generator space for eased maintenance

The ‘magic’ is in extending the aft master suite far into the stern opening so much more of the yacht’s middle for the benefit of saloon and guests.