Baltic Yachts 40

Sailboat 39′ 4″ Since 1988

Overview

Builder
Baltic Yachts
Model
40
Type
Sailboat
Built
1988–1999
Designer
Judel/Vrolijk
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
39′ 4″ (11.98 m)
Waterline length
32′ 10″ (10.00 m)
Beam
12′ 10″ (3.90 m)
Displacement
14,992 lb (6,800 kg)
Ballast
6,173 lb (2,800 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
834 sq ft (77.5 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
55′ 3″ (16.85 m)
J (foretriangle base)
15′ 1″ (4.60 m)
P (mainsail luff)
49′ 5″ (15.05 m)
E (mainsail foot)
15′ 8″ (4.76 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
21.9

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

Displacement / length
190

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

Ballast ratio
41%

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

Capsize screening
2.08

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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