FINNSAILER 38
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.58 ft |
| LWL | 32.5 ft |
| Beam | 11.58 ft |
| Draft | 5.16 ft |
| Displacement | 19,840 lb |
| Ballast | 7,999.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.6 kn |
About the FINNSAILER 38
The Finnsailor 38 is a robust, heavy-displacement ketch designed by Oy Fiskars and built by OY Fiskars AB in Finland, with production records indicating a build year of 1976. With a displacement of 19840.0 lb and a beam of 11.58 ft, this vessel represents a classic example of Scandinavian heavy cruising design, though the exact total hulls built remains unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and conservative bluewater sailors who prioritize stability and comfort over speed, particularly those comfortable with ketch rig management.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a high displacement-to-length ratio of 258.01 and a low capsize ratio of 1.71, the Finnsailor 38 is well-suited for offshore passages, offering excellent motion comfort and stability in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 38 and the Nautor's Swan 38, as they share similar heavy displacement characteristics, ketch or masthead configurations, and a focus on offshore durability from the mid-1970s.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FINNSAILER 38yet 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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