ETAP 39s
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 38.98 ft |
| LWL | 33.46 ft |
| Beam | 12.63 ft |
| Draft | 6.4 ft |
| Displacement | 14,991 lb |
| Ballast | 4,519.5 lb |
| Material | 38’ 1”11.6 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 43.33 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.08 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 46.67 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16.58 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.1 ft |
| Mainsail | 679.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 261.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 444.9 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 92.5 L |
| Fuel | 37 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the ETAP 39s
Shallow draft version also available. 1.5m
The Etap 39s is a fractional sloop designed by J&J Design/Etap Yachting and built by Etap Yachting from 1998–2005. With a displacement of 14991.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 22.52, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and comfort, though specific hull build counts are not definitively recorded in the source data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize a comfortable motion and manageable fractional rig over extreme bluewater endurance or heavy displacement stability.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a displacement of 14991.0 lb, the Etap 39s is suitable for coastal and nearshore passages but lacks the heavy displacement and deep keel typically preferred for serious offshore bluewater voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36.7 and the O'Day 38, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, beamy hulls for interior volume, and target the same performance-cruising market from the late 1990s.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| 60° | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.4 |
| 90° | 5.6 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 5.4 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 9.0 |
| 120° | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.9 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| 150° | 3.8 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.2 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Run VMG | 3.3 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 38.98ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the ETAP 39s, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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