FRERS 41
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.5 ft |
| LWL | 31.58 ft |
| Beam | 13.08 ft |
| Draft | 7.25 ft |
| Displacement | 15,950 lb |
| Ballast | 6,600.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 55.4 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 48.9 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.8 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 803 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 425 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 722.5 sq ft |
About the FRERS 41
800 tot. sq.ft. Wing keel: draft: 5.5'
Designed by German Frers and built by Carroll Marine in 1987, the Frers 41 is a performance-oriented masthead sloop with a displacement of 15950.0 lb and a beam of 13.08 ft. While the exact hull count is unknown, the fleet exhibits a strong trend toward modernization, with Yamaha engines dominating the powertrain landscape and North sails being the most common sailmaker choice.
- Best for:
- This boat suits active coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and handling, as evidenced by the high prevalence of performance sailmakers like North and Quantum and the adoption of modern electronics like B&G.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.08 and a comfort ratio of 23.44, the Frers 41 offers reasonable offshore stability, though its single-year production run and critical structural issues regarding deck cores and keel sumps require rigorous verification before extended bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1980s performance cruisers such as the O'Day 40 or Hunter 41, the Frers 41 shares a similar era and role but distinguishes itself with a higher D/L ratio of 226.09 and a lower capsize ratio of 2.08, indicating a stiffer, more stable platform.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 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° | 4.5 | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 60° | 4.7 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| 75° | 4.9 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 90° | 4.7 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.5 |
| 110° | 4.3 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| 120° | 4.1 | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 9.1 | 9.6 |
| 135° | 3.6 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 10.0 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 4.3 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.8 | 9.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.9 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Run VMG | 2.6 | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.8 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
18 reported issues across 7 systems for the FRERS 41, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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