DELPHIA 40.3
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.52 ft |
| LWL | 36.25 ft |
| Beam | 12.93 ft |
| Draft | 7.45 ft |
| Displacement | 18,960 lb |
| Ballast | 6,893.1 lb |
| Material | 39’ 2”11.95 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Jib (100%) | 291.7 sq ft |
| SA total | 447.78 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 2 |
| Water | 84.5 L |
| Fuel | 55.5 L |
| CE category | About135 000€(2017) |
About the DELPHIA 40.3
Hull length 11,95 m 39.21 ft Holding tank: 94 l 21 gal.UK Main sail area: 41.60 m2 447 ft2 Genoa area: 27.10 m2 291 ft2 Category CE A - 10 Shoal draft and keel/cb models also available.
The Delphia 40.3 is a modern cruising yacht designed by Andrzej Skrzat and built by Delphia Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2015. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the available data, the model is characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 18960.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal and offshore cruisers seeking a comfortable, stable platform with a high comfort ratio of 25.83, supported by a robust fractional sloop rig and ample interior volume.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.94 and a displacement of 18960.0 lb, the Delphia 40.3 demonstrates strong offshore stability and seakeeping characteristics suitable for bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern European cruising yachts from the mid-2010s with similar displacement and fractional rigs, such as the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 or Dufour 405, which offer similar performance-to-comfort trade-offs.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 4.2 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 75° | 4.4 | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.5 |
| 110° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.8 | 9.4 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.9 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.52ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the DELPHIA 40.3, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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