GULFSTAR 40 (CC)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.92 ft |
| LWL | 32.5 ft |
| Beam | 12.08 ft |
| Draft | 6.3 ft |
| Displacement | 20,000 lb |
| Ballast | 8,500 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.75 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 16 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 731.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 387.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 659.2 sq ft |
About the GULFSTAR 40 (CC)
Same hull as GULFSTAR 39 /SAILMASTER 39. This version was originally built for The Moorings charter organization.
Designed by Lazzara and built by Gulfstar Yachts (USA), the Gulfstar 40 (CC) is a rare vessel with only 12 hulls built in 1980. Its substantial displacement of 20000.0 lb and comfort ratio of 32.23 indicate a heavy, motion-dampened cruising platform.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, heavy-displacement platform for protected waters, rather than high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.78 and significant ballast of 8500.0 lb, the hull form suggests inherent stability, though its single production year and low build count limit verified offshore track records.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1970s/early-1980s heavy-displacement American cruisers like the Cal 40 or O'Day 38, due to similar beam (12.08 ft) and comfort-oriented design philosophies.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.92ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the GULFSTAR 40 (CC), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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