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BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER)

BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER)

various from plans· Design: Lock Crowther
from 19729 built
$2.9K – $7.8K est. annual maintenance
Catamaran / MultihullmultiMasthead SloopVariable

Specifications

Hull

LOA40.5 ft
Beam27.5 ft
Draft6 ft/ 3.5 ft min
Displacement9,500 lb

About the BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER)

Demountable w, aluminum beams. Thanks to 'ChrisSR' for providing information.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Buccaneer 40 is a rare, custom-built cruising sloop designed by Lock Crowther, with only 9 hulls constructed starting in 1972. Built from plans by various builders, this vessel represents a unique, low-production alternative to mass-produced yachts of the early 1970s.

Best for:
This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who value a heavy-displacement, full-keel design and are prepared to manage the maintenance of a one-of-a-kind vessel with variable build quality.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 9500.0 lb and a conservative capsize ratio of 5.2, the Buccaneer 40 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, provided critical structural components like the rudder and deck are sound.
Comparables:
Comparable to other 1970s full-keel cruising sloops like the Cal 40 or O'Day 40, but distinguished by its custom nature and significantly lower production volume, making it less standardized and potentially harder to source parts.

Performance

Capsize5.20
SA/Disp38.4

Pricing

We don't have market pricing data for the BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER) yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 40.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$2.9K – $7.8K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

11 reported issues across 8 systems for the BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

5 critical6 minor
Rigging2Deck2Structural2Rudder1Engine1Hull1Keel1Electrical1

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Which engine powers your BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER)?

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Brands sometimes mentioned for this model: Yanmar, Westerbeke, Universal, Perkins — is it one of these?

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Used sails that fit the BUCCANEER 40 (CROWTHER)

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