C&C 40 Crusader

Sailboat 39′ 8″ Since 1968

Overview

Model
C&C 40 Crusader
Type
Sailboat
Built
1968–1971
Designer
C&C
Hull
Keel/CB & spade rudder
Hull material
Bellville Marine Yards Ltd. (CAN)
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
39′ 8″ (12.10 m)
Waterline length
28′ 8″ (8.75 m)
Beam
11′ 2″ (3.41 m)
Draft
4′ 6″ (1.37 m)
Displacement
18,225 lb (8,267 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
764 sq ft (71.0 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
48′ (14.63 m)
J (foretriangle base)
15′ 6″ (4.72 m)
P (mainsail luff)
42′ (12.80 m)
E (mainsail foot)
17′ 4″ (5.27 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
17.7

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

Displacement / length
344

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

Capsize screening
1.70

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
Bellville Marine Yards Ltd. (CAN)

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