FARR 44
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 44.08 ft |
| LWL | 36.25 ft |
| Beam | 13.08 ft |
| Draft | 8.25 ft/ 5.5 ft min |
| Displacement | 17,085 lb |
| Ballast | 8,074.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56.04 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.14 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 49.7 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17.09 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.1 ft |
| Mainsail | 910.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 452.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 768.8 sq ft |
About the FARR 44
The Farr 44 is a high-performance fractional sloop designed by Bruce Farr, with production records indicating a build year of 1984. As a specialized racing platform, it features a displacement of 17085.0 lb and a beam of 13.08 ft, reflecting its focus on speed and stability.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for serious racers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and handling over coastal cruising comfort. Its design appeals to those seeking a competitive edge in offshore racing circuits rather than leisurely weekend cruising.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.04 and a displacement of 17085.0 lb, the boat demonstrates strong offshore stability, though its primary design intent is racing rather than traditional bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other high-performance racing yachts from the 1980s and 1990s, such as the O'Day 38 or early Swan models, though the Farr 44 is distinct in its specialized racing pedigree. It shares similarities with other Bruce Farr designs in terms of hull form and rigging efficiency.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 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° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| 60° | 5.1 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| 75° | 5.3 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.8 | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 6.8 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.2 | 9.6 | 9.8 |
| 110° | 4.9 | 6.6 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.8 | 10.5 | 11.2 |
| 120° | 4.6 | 6.3 | 7.5 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.9 | 11.1 | 12.3 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.6 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 8.4 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 11.0 | 13.3 |
| 150° | 3.3 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.8 | 8.4 | 8.9 | 10.1 | 11.8 |
| Beat VMG | 3.0 | 4.1 | 5.0 | 5.4 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.8 | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 9.1 | 10.3 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the FARR 44 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 44.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FARR 44yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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