A. H. Moody & Son Bright Star 39

Sailboat 38′ 7″ Since 1975

Overview

Builder
A. H. Moody & Son
Model
Bright Star 39
Type
Sailboat
Built
1975–1978
Designer
Angus Primrose
Hull
Long Keel
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
38′ 7″ (11.77 m)
Waterline length
32′ 7″ (9.94 m)
Beam
13′ 6″ (4.11 m)
Displacement
18,078 lb (8,200 kg)
Ballast
6,614 lb (3,000 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
233

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

Ballast ratio
37%

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

Capsize screening
2.06

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Iron
Construction
FG

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

More from A. H. Moody & Son