Baltic Yachts 39

Sailboat 38′ 10″ Since 1977

Overview

Builder
Baltic Yachts
Model
39
Type
Sailboat
Built
1977–1983
Designer
C&C
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
38′ 10″ (11.83 m)
Waterline length
32′ 8″ (9.97 m)
Beam
12′ 7″ (3.84 m)
Displacement
18,000 lb (8,165 kg)
Ballast
7,800 lb (3,538 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
756 sq ft (70.2 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
52′ (15.85 m)
J (foretriangle base)
16′ 11″ (5.15 m)
P (mainsail luff)
45′ 5″ (13.84 m)
E (mainsail foot)
12′ 11″ (3.93 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
17.6

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
230

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
43%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.92

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.

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