Sparkman & Stephens Calkins 40

Sailboat 39′ 10″ Since 1974

Overview

Builder
Sparkman & Stephens
Model
Calkins 40
Type
Sailboat
Built
1974–1976
Designer
323.12
Hull
Fin Keel
Hull material
Turun Teräskaluste (FIN)
Rig
MastheSloop

Dimensions

Length overall
39′ 10″ (12.13 m)
Waterline length
28′ 10″ (8.78 m)
Beam
10′ (3.05 m)
Displacement
17,200 lb (7,802 kg)
Ballast
7,000 lb (3,175 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
321

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
1.55

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Wood/FG
Construction
Turun Teräskaluste (FIN)

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