CENTURION 40S
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.52 ft |
| LWL | 36.45 ft |
| Beam | 12.63 ft |
| Draft | 7.55 ft/ 6.07 ft min |
| Shoal Draft | 6.07 ft(1.85 m) |
| Displacement | 18,960 lb |
| Ballast | 5,951.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
About the CENTURION 40S
The Centurion 40S is a fractional sloop designed by Berret/Racoupeau and built by Wauquiez between 2003 and 2007, with a total production of 106 hulls. It is a performance-oriented cruiser characterized by a displacement of 18960.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 26.55, reflecting its blend of speed and seakeeping.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize performance and modern amenities, as evidenced by the high prevalence of bimini installations (23 mentions) and solar panel upgrades (12 mentions) for comfort and self-sufficiency.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.9 and a D/L ratio of 174.78, the boat is capable of offshore passages, though owners frequently install watermakers (13 mentions) and wind generators (9 mentions) to support extended bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 40.7 and the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.9, which share similar fractional rig configurations and target the same performance-cruising market segment.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 60° | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 6.0 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| 90° | 6.0 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| 110° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 135° | 5.1 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.3 |
| 150° | 4.3 | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.8 |
| Beat VMG | 3.5 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Run VMG | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 8.2 |
Market Price
Asking price by model year
9 listings · boat years 1987–2008 · median $129,600
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.52ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 6 systems for the CENTURION 40S, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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