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GERAGHTY 41

Garaghty MarineπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈΒ· Design: Nelson/Marek
from 1982
$2.9K – $7.6K est. annual maintenance
Racer/CruisermonoMasthead SloopFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA41 ft
LWL35 ft
Beam12.67 ft
Draft7 ft
Displacement15,300 lb
Ballast8,000.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.9 kn

About the GERAGHTY 41

Sailpages Buyer's Take

The Garaghty 41 is a robust, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by Nelson/Marek and built by Garaghty Marine in the USA, with production records indicating a build year of 1982. With a displacement of 15300.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 159.31, this vessel prioritizes seakeeping and stability over speed, featuring a fin keel and masthead sloop rig.

Best for:
This boat is ideally suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who value comfort and safety in heavy weather, as evidenced by its high comfort ratio of 21.84 and low capsize ratio of 2.05. It appeals to owners willing to invest in maintenance and modernization, given the prevalence of engine and electronics upgrades in the fleet.
Bluewater capability:
The Garaghty 41 demonstrates strong bluewater potential with a low capsize ratio of 2.05 and substantial ballast of 8000.4 lb, providing excellent stability and righting moment for offshore passages. Its heavy displacement and proven hull form support long-range cruising, provided critical structural components like the deck core and rudder assembly are well-maintained.
Comparables:
Comparable vessels include other heavy-displacement American cruising yachts from the early 1980s, such as the Tartan 420 or O'Day 42, which share similar beam dimensions (12.67 ft) and design philosophies focused on interior volume and offshore capability. These boats are similar in their use of balsa-cored decks and fin keels, presenting comparable structural maintenance challenges.

Performance

Comfort21.8
Capsize2.05
SA/Disp20.2
Disp/Len159
Bal/Disp52.3

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 41ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$2.9K – $7.6K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

10 reported issues across 5 systems for the GERAGHTY 41, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

5 critical3 major2 minor
Rigging4Deck2Rudder2Engine1Keel1

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