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Morgan 41 – Used Boat Test:
A great upgrade candidate for any handy and determined sailor, the morgan 41 is a well-designed, cross-purpose boat with the face of a classic, the heart of a racer, and the body of a cruiser..
The Morgan 41 sloop is arguably one of the best looking of many lovely dual-purpose sailboats that the Cruising Club of America handicap rating system engendered. One owner described his boat as a Bermuda 40 for a regular Joe, only prettier. Designer Charley Morgan traces the cruiser-racers heritage, particularly below the waterline, back to Olin Stephens famous Finisterre, and Comanche, a 40-foot centerboarder built by Wirth Munroe, son of famed sharpie designer and South Florida pioneer Commodore Ralph Munroe.
In 1966, long before Charley Morgans well-known Out Island 41 took the Caribbean charterboat scene by storm, the “other” Morgan 41 emerged from then-nascent Morgan Yachts in St. Petersburg, Fla. Not yet 37 years old, Morgan was well on his way to becoming one of the most recognizable names in fiberglass boat design. The cruiser/racer Morgan 41 embodied many aspects of two of Morgans most successful custom designs at that time, Paper Tiger, which won back-to-back Southern Ocean Racing Conference races in 1960 and 1961, and Sabre, which went on to become the Columbia 40.
The Morgan 41 Circe III enjoys a reach across Biscayne Bay. (photo by Billy Black).
Morgan traces the designs heritage, particularly below the waterline, back even further, to Olin Stephens famous Finisterre, and Comanche, a 40-foot centerboarder built by Wirth Munroe, son of famed sharpie designer and South Florida pioneer “Commodore” Ralph Munroe. “I had sailed on a sistership to , so I knew what it could do, and I had crossed the Gulf Stream on,” recalls Morgan, who confides that his own susceptibility to seasickness was a driving force behind his designs. “I was so impressed with the stability and seakeeping ability of that boat that I knew this was the right direction to go with a cruiser/racer. Finisterre had a pie-shaped centerboard that came up into the cabin, but Wirth had it right with his jacknife centerboard. It was more efficient, and angled back so you could adjust the helm as needed.
“It didn’t matter if it was blowing 7 knots or 18 knots, you could leave the helm, go get a cold drink below, come back, and find the boat just as youd left her.”
The Morgan 41 is arguably one of the best looking of many lovely cross-purpose boats that the Cruising Club of America handicap rating system engendered. One owner described his boat as “a Bermuda 40 for a regular Joe, only prettier.” Morgan, who strove hard to erase sailings elitist reputation, would no doubt be pleased by the analogy.
Although Morgan was already launching boats with detached rudders and skegs (in the Morgan 24), the Morgan 41s rudder is attached to a long keel a sensible approach for Morgans home waters of Southwest Florida. Its keel gently emerges from the curve of the stem, reaching its maximum depth of 4 feet, 2 inches just forward the well-protected rudder.
The centerboard extends another 5 feet, 3 inches, giving the boat a maximum draft of nearly 9.5 feet.Most owners said they seldom used the board, unless they wanted more stability in a cross sea, or to “spank some hotshot” to windward.
“I’m a big believer in shoal-draft boats,” says Morgan. “Not only does it open up more areas to cruising, its very important for seeking shelter or reaching hurricane holes.”
Based on a design Morgan had previously tank tested, the 41’s hull has modest overhangs at the ends, adequate deadrise at the bow, and a broad bilge but no long, flat sections, as is common today. The 30 feet of waterline quickly increases as the boat assumes sailing trim. Its well-proportioned, 11-foot, 3-inch beam was considered broad in its time.
All of the boats 9,000 pounds of ballast is in the fixed keel, so that even with the centerboard up, the 41 is a very stable boat. The board lifts by a cable and sheaves, a design that would be the bane for future owners. (See “Construction Details,” page 12.)
The rig is typical of the era, with an overlapping genoa providing much of the sail area. (A 150-percent genoa is the standard headsail in South Florida.) Despite fairly conservative design ratios, the 41 is not lacking for horsepower. A couple of owners reported they had mainsails that were actually cut shorter than the original and were quite content with performance.
Deck Details
A survey of the deck reveals a long, I-shaped cockpit, wide sidedecks, and an uncluttered foredeck. The cockpit suits sailing with guests or sleeping under the stars, but will keep your feet wet in a steep following sea. Several owners said they have enlarged the cockpit drains.
On the boat we sailed, the binnacle and 27-inch standard destroyer wheel were so far aft that it was a tight squeeze at the helm. In fair weather, the favored helm spot is on the leeward rail, where the view is intoxicating. During tight maneuvers under power, the shin-high throttle controls give the skipper the unflattering appearance of a farm hen, hunting and pecking as he shifts.
The standard running rigging provides a good framework for improvement. Leading to a traveler just aft of the helm, the mainsheet is at the end of an antiquated roller-furling boom whose popularity, though short-lived, we are still at a loss to explain. A simple slab reefing system suffices.
The jib sheets lead aft to primary and secondary winches mounted on winch pads at the coamings, making winch upgrade a relatively simple affair. Race-ready boats have two genoa tracks, one on the rail and an optional inboard track.
There is a hawsepipe leading to the anchor locker (also accessible from below), but most boats were not originally equipped with a bow roller. Most owners have managed with some off-the-shelf varieties.
Accommodations
Although there were other optional layouts to the “stick-built” interior, most boats followed the plan on page 12. Aft to port is a quarter-berth/nav station, with the galley to starboard. In the main saloon, which has 6 feet, 4 inches of headroom, theres a U-shaped settee to port that converts to a double berth. Facing that is a settee/sea berth, with a pilot berth, above.
Moving forward, you’ll find a separate head to port across from a very large hanging locker, which one owner neatly converted into storage and a small workbench. The V-berth is about 6 feet, 11 inches long and well-ventilated through a large forward hatch. Another hatch opens in the main saloon. Three small ports (one of them opening) and one large, fixed port allow light below. Most owners convert the small saloon deadlights to opening ports, and many have painted or covered over the standard walnut mica finish to lighten the interior.
The galley is lacking by todays standards, with a sink below the companionway and little useable counterspace for meal-making underway. A pressure alcohol stove was standard, so a conversion to propane requires finding, or making, a safe place to store the fuel. The standard icebox is big enough to allow for additional insulation and a new inside liner.
Performance
The boats tight propeller aperture limits prop size, so a three-bladed prop is usual. Many boats came with a 30-horsepower Atomic 4 gas engine. Westerbeke 55As and Perkins 4-108s (our test boat had the Perkins) are common today. Under power, the boat cooperates in both forward and reverse, though some owners like to drop the board a bit for better control in tight corners or in a crosswind.
We sailed the boat in 12-15 knots on Biscayne Bay in Miami, Fla. Seas were a light chop. Winds gusted higher in two squalls that rolled through. The boat was equipped with a fairly new, 150 genoa on roller furling, but an aging mainsail handicapped windward performance. Even so, we easily tacked through 90 degrees with the board partially down and exceeded 7 knots while reaching, always with fingertip control. Indeed, impeccable balance is the boats hallmark.
The boat clearly hits its stride about 65 degrees off the true wind, and owners regularly speak of making double-digit speeds while reaching during long ocean races. We sailed most of the time with the board about three-quarters of the way down, and the only time we could truly notice its effect was going to windward, when it reduced the amount of leeway. The overlapping headsail makes short-tacking a pain, but the boat is surprisingly nimble when tacking in light air.
The Morgan 41 is a good upgrade candidate for someone who is handy and determined. The boats are typically well-loved, much of the essential work has usually been done (replacing gate valves with proper seacocks, for example). They are proven offshore cruisers, but key spots need careful attention.
Any boat with the original centerboard system will need revamping. To bring the boat into the 21st century, much of the gear belowdecks and above decks will need upgrading or replacement.
A well-restored Morgan 41 can shine next to some of the most highly regarded classics on the waterfront, so their owners are typically loathe to part with them. If one does land on the market, expect to pay anywhere from $30,000-$60,000 or more, depending on the condition. Should you decide to part with it down the road, you should not have a hard time finding a buyer.
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We have a 1968 morgan 41. Do you know the prop size and pitch on your morgan??
Hi Chris, We have a 1968 Morgan M41 as well. I am not sure the pitch but our prop is a 15” LH. We have the Westerbeke 4107 engine. Where are you located? We are in St Pete.
Chris, We also have a 1968 Morgan 41. We recently repowered with a Yanmar (had a Perkins 4107). Located in Long Island NY. I believe ours is a 16” Prop.
I, too, have a 1968 Morgan 41, Banshee, on Long Island Sound. I keep her in Port Washington. I have a Westerbeke 4.108 rated at 37 hp. I have 15 1/2 – 12 prop. I feel I’m under-propped. I would like to re-prop with a 16” or 17” to expose more blade beyond the deadwood.
Agree a larger prop would be helpful, esp in a head sea. You might try a 16″ but the aperture is only approx 17″ so limits the prop dia. You could try a 16″ adjustable one to maximize your pitch, I’ve been thinking of this myself.
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This North American 40 was designed by Dick Carter, manufactured by Morgan Yachts, and is one of only 45, built between 1978 and 1981.
With its wide 12’-7” Beam, she was built as a racer. The previous owners did compete with her in the San Francisco Bay, and the current owner, who’s not a racer, has had her up to 9.5 Knots.
Morgan’s have a great reputation for being solidly built to handle any Bluewater you plan to sail. The Ballast comes in at 7900 lbs, and the draft at a respectable 7’-1”
With the standard Morgan layout down below, you have a V-berth forward, Head with a compostable toilet, Convertible Dinette, settee, galley, and a quarter berth aft.
The Galley has a nice size sink, Gimballed stove/oven, Icebox, and fridge. (Seller doesn’t know if fridge works.)
Up on deck, the Cockpit is a comfortable space for all, with great visibility behind the wheel.
The awesome sail inventory includes a Mainsail, an asymmetrical spinnaker with a pole, 2 jibs, and a storm trysail.
When you’re ready for the perfect boat for the West Coast, definitely take a look at the Morgan and please contact us.
This boat is on a mooring, and with the seller’s schedule, Showings can be scheduled for Mondays or Tuesdays only.
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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Intended as an ‘Offshore’ one-design and attention was paid to uniform weight and equipment.
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- Stock #Hull was fixed and painted. Brand new gas tank custom built and installed. New bilge pump. Yanmar engine This North American 40 was designed by Dick Carter, manufactured by Morgan Yachts, and is one of only 45, built between 1978 and 1981. With its wide 12'-7" Beam, she was built as a racer. The previous owners did compete with her in the San Francisco Bay, and the current owner, who's not a racer, has had her up to 9.5 Knots.
Hull was fixed and painted. Brand new gas tank custom built and installed. New bilge pump. Yanmar engine This North American 40 was designed by Dick Carter, manufactured by Morgan Yachts, and is one of only 45, built between 1978 and 1981. With its wide 12'-7" Beam, she was built as a racer. The previous owners did compete with her in the San Francisco Bay, and the current owner, who's not a racer, has had her up to 9.5 Knots. Morgan's have a great reputation for being solidly built to handle any Bluewater you plan to sail. The Ballast comes in at 7900 lbs, and the draft at a respectable 7'-1" With the standard Morgan layout down below, you have a V-berth forward, Head with a compostable toilet, Convertible Dinette, settee, galley, and a quarter berth aft. The Galley has a nice size sink, Gimballed stove/oven, Icebox, and fridge. (Seller doesn't know if fridge works.) Up on deck, the Cockpit is a comfortable space for all, with great visibility behind the wheel. The awesome sail inventory includes a Mainsail, an asymmetrical spinnaker with a pole, 2 jibs, and a storm trysail. When you're ready for the perfect boat for the West Coast, definitely take a look at the Morgan and please contact us. This boat is on a mooring, and with the seller's schedule, Showings can be scheduled for Mondays or Tuesdays only. We are looking for people all over the country who share our love for boats. If you have a passion for our product and like the idea of working from home, please visit WhereFreedomTakesYou [dot] com to learn more. Please submit any and ALL offers - your offer may be accepted! Submit your offer today! At Pop Yachts, we will always provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market. We encourage all buyers to schedule a survey for an independent analysis. Any offer to purchase is ALWAYS subject to satisfactory survey results. You have questions? We have answers. Call us atto discuss this boat. Selling your boat has never been easier. At Pop Yachts, we literally sell thousands of units every year all over the country. Calland we'll get started selling your boat today. Take a look at ALL ***35 PICTURES*** of this vessel on our main website at POPYACHTS DOT COM. We appreciate that you took your time to look at our advertisement and we look forward to speaking with you!
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The Morgan North American 40 is 40 feet long and has a 13 feet beam. This 1979 diesel Morgan North American 40 with 39 horsepower. The Morgan North American 40 is made of fiberglass. This vessel comes equipped with battery, bilge pump as well as being equipped with compass, navigation lights, vhf.
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MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH Detailed Review
If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH. Built by Morgan Yachts and designed by Charles Morgan, the boat was first built in 1969. It has a hull type of Sheel Keel and LOA is 12.24. Its sail area/displacement ratio 14.77. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Universal, runs on Gas.
MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.
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MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH was designed by Charles Morgan.
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MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH is built by Morgan Yachts.
When was MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH first built?
MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH was first built in 1969.
How long is MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH?
MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH is 9.14 m in length.
What is mast height on MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH?
MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH has a mast height of 12.28 m.
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Morgan 40 cruising ketch
The morgan 40 cruising ketch is a 40.16ft masthead ketch designed by charles morgan/henry scheel and built in fiberglass by morgan yachts since 1969..
The Morgan 40 cruising ketch is a heavy sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a bluewater cruising boat. The fuel capacity is good. There is an excellent water supply range.
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| Model | Morgan 40 cruising ketch | ||
| Length | 40.16 ft | ||
| Beam | 11.25 ft | ||
| Draft | 4.18 ft | ||
| Country | United states (North America) | ||
| Estimated price | $ 0 | ?? |
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| Sail area / displ. | 14.77 | ||
| Ballast / displ. | 38.10 % | ||
| Displ. / length | 347.22 | ||
| Comfort ratio | 39.10 | ||
| Capsize | 1.63 |
| Hull type | Monohull sheel Keel | ||
| Construction | Fiberglass | ||
| Waterline length | 30 ft | ||
| Maximum draft | 4.18 ft | ||
| Displacement | 21000 lbs | ||
| Ballast | 8000 lbs | ||
| Hull speed | 7.34 knots |
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| Rigging | Masthead Ketch | ||
| Sail area (100%) | 700 sq.ft | ||
| Air draft | 0 ft | ?? | |
| Sail area fore | 347.80 sq.ft | ||
| Sail area main | 294.19 sq.ft | ||
| I | 47 ft | ||
| J | 14.80 ft | ||
| P | 40.30 ft | ||
| E | 14.60 ft |
| Nb engines | 1 | ||
| Total power | 0 HP | ||
| Fuel capacity | 100 gals |
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| Water capacity | 200 gals | ||
| Headroom | 0 ft | ||
| Nb of cabins | 0 | ||
| Nb of berths | 0 | ||
| Nb heads | 0 |
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| Builder | Morgan Yachts | ||
| Designer | Charles Morgan/Henry Scheel | ||
| First built | 1969 | ||
| Last built | 0 | ?? | |
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I have been sailing on Lake Ontario with my O'Day 30 and decided to upgrade. I am planning to buy a 1978 Morgan NA 40 and to sail up and down on the east cost (Canada to Florida) including Caribbean in short term and maybe more extended sailing across the Atlantic in long term. I would appreciate any feedback on these boats as I couldn't find much about them. Thanks in advance.
I did a quick search and it looks like a nice older Racer cruiser. One mans tender may be another mans responsive. A friend once had an O'day 32 and that Boat was so short rigged we never could get it heel, not one bit. I didn't care for it at all.
The boats were built as one design racing class with cruising capabilities. Believe the original impetus for the design and build came from a major yacht club in the NE. The boats will be light year better sailors than an OI and doubt they are any more tender than a boat with that type of pedigree. Have only seen one in person, it looked to be more race oriented on deck. For me that would be a plus as I'd rather have a boat that can be sailed than one that is a marina queen.
We owned a similar Choate 40 for a dozen years. Great boat with plenty of room and lots of power. One of the good things about those old IOR race boats is that they came with terrific deck gear - good winches, robust fittings etc. They require careful sail and AWA selection, especially downwind in a breeze but I think they can provide good value. Could be a bit of a handful for a short handed crew, and as a 40 yr old boat it will require a thorough survey. Not sure who built the NAs, our Choate was built by Dencho, a well recognized semi custom builder.
I would like to thank to you all for your answers and time, It helped us to make our minds with my wife. We decided to buy the boat primarily for the reason mentioned by Gary, the interior is spacious and in great condition (thanks to former owner's hard work and being that handy, my wife likes it), he did a great job on it. The draft of the boat (7 feet) maybe a concern for us around Caribbean but stability comes with this compromise and I believe we would rather appreciate this feature if we decide to explore more than Caribbean. The boat design intended for off-shore racing (at least that is what I am told and can see when I look at the boat) which I believe makes it a good offshore cruiser as well. When it comes to be tender, yes this may be a problem as the boat has a long mast and much power due to its big sails but I believe we can manage the excessive heeling by reducing the sails (any other thoughts or advice will be great on this issue) Deck was professionally rebuilt 4-5 years ago and has only small spider cracks on gel coat around one stanchion (at exits as I call it) on both sides and on the edge of the stern where deck meets with the hull. I plan to repair them next summer with the paint on the hull (the paint is in good condition but there are small chipped parts on starboard and port sides at the beam of the boat). The mainsail traveller is in the cockpit which is a problem according to my wife but I believe this comes with advantages for close haul sailing capabilities so won't touch it. We will also need enclosure for the cockpit (no Bimini top or dodger) Survey is still in progress as our surveyor will wait 10 days for the hull to dry out before measuring the moisture levels on the bottom of the boat. He said other than this, there is no structural problem on the boat and the boat is in good condition regarding to her age. The door of the head gets stuck when the mast is down (we are told that this is normal and when the mast is in place no issues) Of course as any other boat we need to do more like adding electronics or have other issues that should be addressed according to our needs but at a very reasonable price (mid 20000 CAD) and in such a relatively good condition, boat looks a good fit for us and our future plans. I attached couple of pics. Any further thoughts or advice will be greatly appreciated though as I still didn't pay yet except the surveyor.
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Kaan said: I would like to thank to you all for your answers and time, It helped us to make our minds with my wife. We decided to buy the boat primarily for the reason mentioned by Gary, the interior is spacious and in great condition (thanks to former owner's hard work and being that handy, my wife likes it), he did a great job on it. The draft of the boat (7 feet) maybe a concern for us around Caribbean but stability comes with this compromise and I believe we would rather appreciate this feature if we decide to explore more than Caribbean. The boat design intended for off-shore racing (at least that is what I am told and can see when I look at the boat) which I believe makes it a good offshore cruiser as well. When it comes to be tender, yes this may be a problem as the boat has a long mast and much power due to its big sails but I believe we can manage the excessive heeling by reducing the sails (any other thoughts or advice will be great on this issue) Deck was professionally rebuilt 4-5 years ago and has only small spider cracks on gel coat around one stanchion (at exits as I call it) on both sides and on the edge of the stern where deck meets with the hull. I plan to repair them next summer with the paint on the hull (the paint is in good condition but there are small chipped parts on starboard and port sides at the beam of the boat). The mainsail traveller is in the cockpit which is a problem according to my wife but I believe this comes with advantages for close haul sailing capabilities so won't touch it. We will also need enclosure for the cockpit (no Bimini top or dodger) Survey is still in progress as our surveyor will wait 10 days for the hull to dry out before measuring the moisture levels on the bottom of the boat. He said other than this, there is no structural problem on the boat and the boat is in good condition regarding to her age. The door of the head gets stuck when the mast is down (we are told that this is normal and when the mast is in place no issues) Of course as any other boat we need to do more like adding electronics or have other issues that should be addressed according to our needs but at a very reasonable price (mid 20000 CAD) and in such a relatively good condition, boat looks a good fit for us and our future plans. I attached couple of pics. Any further thoughts or advice will be greatly appreciated though as I still didn't pay yet except the surveyor. Click to expand...
I like the original 1969 Morgan 38, with the keel/centerboard and its 8'-4' to 3'-9' draft much better, especially for the Caribbean.
After the survey we leaned that there is a small area of blisters and we cancel the deal. Still looking for our perfect boat. Thanks to all for your replies.
If it was truly a small area, hope you find a boat that meets your stringent requirements. Blisters are a super easy repair if they aren't extensive and/or deep. If shallow, grind and fill with thickened epoxy. If deeper, grind and fill with successive layers of glass and epoxy. A couple hours work at the most. You are going to find very few, if any, boats without some blisters.
NA 40's were developed as a sort of level class offshore racing boat, though not strictly one-design. There's one at a nearby club that we've raced against. Good looking boats, though they may suffer from heavy use since they can be fun to sail. The last time we raced against our neighbors they managed to beat us on the downwind leg thanks to their masthead spinnaker. (We have a fractional chute.) Slab reefing should make reducing sail easy when necessary. IIRC they don't have radical "bustles", so are more stable downwind than some of their more squirrelly IOR cousins. Nice boat for going places and getting there quickly.
Thank you for not buying the boat. Because I ended up buying it..The blisters were very light. It'll cost me about $200- $300 to fix. If that. Gorgeous boat. Past 2 owners took great care of it. I live in St Catharines, ON and plan on bringing it back to Lake Ontario and compete in the LO300. Super excited.
Patg73 said: Thank you for not buying the boat. Because I ended up buying it..The blisters were very light. It'll cost me about $200- $300 to fix. If that. Gorgeous boat. Past 2 owners took great care of it. I live in St Catharines, ON and plan on bringing it back to Lake Ontario and compete in the LO300. Super excited. Click to expand...
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MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH. Save to Favorites . Beta Marine. BOTH. US IMPERIAL. METRIC. Sailboat Specifications Definitions Hull Type: Sheel Keel: Rigging Type: Masthead Ketch: LOA: 40.16 ft / 12.24 m: LWL: 30.00 ft / 9.14 m: ... 30 to 40 indicates a moderate bluewater cruising boat; 40 to 50 indicates a heavy bluewater boat;
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Morgan 40 Cruising Ketch is a 40′ 1″ / 12.2 m monohull sailboat designed by Charles Morgan and built by Morgan Yachts starting in 1969. Great choice! Your favorites are temporarily saved for this session. Sign in to save them permanently, access them on any device, and receive relevant alerts. ... Morgan 40 Cruising Ketch $42,900 USD. View ...
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Seller's Description. This North American 40 was designed by Dick Carter, manufactured by Morgan Yachts, and is one of only 45, built between 1978 and 1981. With its wide 12'-7" Beam, she was built as a racer. The previous owners did compete with her in the San Francisco Bay, and the current owner, who's not a racer, has had her up to 9.5 ...
The Morgan North American 40 is 40 feet long and has a 13 feet beam. This 1979 diesel Morgan North American 40 with 39 horsepower. The Morgan North American 40 is made of fiberglass. This vessel comes equipped with battery, bilge pump as well as being equipped with compass, navigation lights, vhf. Morgan in United States of America.
Built by Morgan Yachts and designed by Charles Morgan, the boat was first built in 1969. It has a hull type of Sheel Keel and LOA is 12.24. Its sail area/displacement ratio 14.77. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Universal, runs on Gas. MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation ...
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The Morgan 40 cruising ketch is a 40.16ft masthead ketch designed by Charles Morgan/Henry Scheel and built in fiberglass by Morgan Yachts since 1969. The Morgan 40 cruising ketch is a heavy sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a bluewater ...
Morgan boats for sale from 40ft to 60ft in Florida, , South Carolina, Ontario. Cruisers, Ketch, Sloop, Racers and Cruisers boats for sale. Advanced Search. ... 40:52.139Z; Stuart, Florida; Morgan Boats For Sale / Sloop Sailboats; 1985 Perkins 4-108 / 50 hp More Info. 1989 44' Morgan 44 Center Cockpit $ 119,000 400 hours
Find 31 Morgan boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. Locate Morgan boat dealers and find your boat at Boat Trader! ... 1982 Morgan 32 ft sailboat. $8,975. Oswego, NY 13126 | Private Seller. 1984 Morgan 366 Nelson-Marek design. $29,500. Freeport, NY 11520 | Private Seller. Request Info; Price Drop; 1971 Morgan M27 ...
1983 Morgan Nelson Marek. US$27,500. HarborView Yacht Sales, LLC | Bay City, Michigan. <. 1. 2. >. Find Sail Morgan boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Offering the best selection of Morgan boats to choose from.
Charles Morgan's involvement in the company ended in 1972. Since that time, the company was passed from one corporate entity to another, until it came into the hands of Catalina Yachts in 1984. Catalina continued with a few models, including the OUT ISLAND 41, before the Morgan name was retired. Years in Business: 1963 - 1992.
5549 posts · Joined 2000. #11 · Oct 30, 2017. NA 40's were developed as a sort of level class offshore racing boat, though not strictly one-design. There's one at a nearby club that we've raced against. Good looking boats, though they may suffer from heavy use since they can be fun to sail.
Morgan 43CC. Waukegan, Illinois. 1985. $49,000. Sunshine Daydream (1985 Morgan 43CC - purchased in 2006) This 1985 Nelson-Marek-designed Morgan 43 center cockpit, short-rig configured sailing yacht is the perfect long-distance, live-aboard cruiser. I know because my wife and I bought this boat in 2006 specifically for the adventure of a lifetime.
US$33,000. ↓ Price Drop. Murray Yacht Sales | Mandeville, Louisiana. Request Info. <. 1. 2. Find Sail Morgan boats for sale in North America. Offering the best selection of Morgan boats to choose from.
The starting price is $19,900, the most expensive is $65,000, and the average price of $39,900. Related boats include the following models: 24, Nelson Marek and 25 Pilothouse. Boat Trader works with thousands of boat dealers and brokers to bring you one of the largest collections of Morgan 41 boats on the market.
US$59,900. United Yacht Sales - South Carolina / North Carolina Area | Henderson, North Carolina. 2024 Thor LAKE HAMMER 1860. US$31,999. Performance East Inc | Goldsboro, North Carolina. 2023 Low Country Swamp Fox 1854. US$34,999. Performance East Inc | Goldsboro, North Carolina. 2024 Avid 20 Rogue.
39.73 ft / 12.11 m: LWL: ... Morgan Yachts: Download Boat Record: Notes. ... 30 to 40 indicates a moderate bluewater cruising boat; 40 to 50 indicates a heavy bluewater boat; over 50 indicates an extremely heavy bluewater boat. Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam^1.33), where displacement is expressed in pounds, and length is ...
Preowned sailboats for sale over 40 feet preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. ... 38' Morgan Yatchs 382 Mt Sinai Harbor Long Island NY, New York Asking $48,000. 37' Tayana 37 ... 32' Bayfield 32C 32 ft Cutter Costa Del Sol El Salvador Asking $8,000. 35.5' Hunter 36 Dinner Key Miami FL, Florida