CAMBRIA 40
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.42 ft |
| LWL | 32.5 ft |
| Beam | 12.25 ft |
| Draft | 7 ft |
| Displacement | 26,000 lb |
| Ballast | 9,500.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56.5 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 50.75 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 16 ft |
| Mainsail | 842.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 452 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 768.4 sq ft |
About the CAMBRIA 40
The Cambria 40 is a heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by David Walters and built by Cabo Rico Custom Yachts, Inc. in 1985. With a displacement of 26000.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 40.61, this vessel is engineered for stability and seakeeping rather than speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a robust, slow-motion offshore passage maker who prioritize comfort and safety over performance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.66 and a D/L ratio of 338.12, the Cambria 40 exhibits strong offshore stability and resistance to capsizing, making it well-suited for extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Island Packet 40 and the Valiant 40, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics, fin keels, and a focus on bluewater cruising comfort over racing capability.
Direct variant of the CAMBRIA 40
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
16 reported issues across 8 systems for the CAMBRIA 40, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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