CHERUBINI 44
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 44 ft |
| LWL | 40 ft |
| Beam | 12 ft |
| Draft | 8.83 ft/ 4.83 ft min |
| Shoal Draft version | 4.30 ft(1.31 m) |
| Displacement | 28,000 lb |
| Ballast | 12,000.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56.8 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 22 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 51 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17.4 ft |
| PYmizzen luff | 31.75 ft |
| EYmizzen foot | 11 ft |
| FLforestay | 22 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,104 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 624.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,062.2 sq ft |
About the CHERUBINI 44
The CHERUBINI 44 was still being offered in 2008. Available with cutter, staysail ketch or schooner rig.
Designed by John E. Cherubini and built by Cherubini Yachts (USA), the Cherubini 44 is a rare, heavy-displacement staysail ketch with only 35 hulls built in 1977. Its substantial 28000.0 lb displacement and 12000.8 lb ballast reflect a design philosophy prioritizing seakeeping and comfort over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who value a slow, stable passage-making experience and are prepared for significant DIY maintenance. It is well-suited for those seeking a unique, classic ketch layout with ample interior volume for long-term liveaboard use.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.58 and a high displacement/length ratio of 195.31, the Cherubini 44 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, provided critical structural components like the keel and deck are sound.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other heavy-displacement ketches from the late 1970s such as the Tartan 44 or O'Day 42, though the Cherubini is distinct in its rarity and specific designer lineage. Its high comfort ratio (38.37) aligns it with motion-comfort-focused cruisers like the Valiant 40.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
10 listings · boat years 1979–1986 · median $210,736
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 44ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
18 reported issues across 8 systems for the CHERUBINI 44, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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