KRAKEN 44 (DILBEY)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.25 ft |
| LWL | 40.75 ft |
| Beam | 13.67 ft |
| Draft | 5.83 ft |
| Displacement | 34,000 lb |
| Ballast | 10,363.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.6 kn |
Engine
| Yanmar | 4JH5757 hpSee all 54 parts → |
About the KRAKEN 44 (DILBEY)
Due to launch Fall 2025 or early 2026. SPECS ARE PRELIMINARY (2/2025). Also available with a Yanmar 4JH57, 57 hp engine. Also available with a Kraken Eco Hybrid Drive with 15kW Combi electric motor. Mast height reported above is for the standard in-mast furling rig. Mast height for the Standard slab rig is 69.92 ft / 21.3 m. Mast height for the ICW rig is 63.42 ft / 19.5 m. (ICW = IntraCoastal Waterway. East coast USA) Sail area for the ICW rig is 1,098 ft² / 102 m² Rig measurement above are for the Standard furling rig. -Solent jib I - 18.94 m / 62.14 ft J - 4.038 m / 13.25 ft
The Kraken 44 is a modern 43.25 ft cruising yacht designed by Kevin Dibley and built by Lracken Yachts (TUR) starting in 2026. As a brand-new model with no historical owner reports yet available, the synthesis relies entirely on its authoritative specifications, including a displacement of 34000.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 38.9.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers seeking a stable, comfortable passage-making experience, indicated by its high comfort ratio and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 18.78.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.69 and substantial ballast of 10363.2 lb, the Kraken 44 exhibits strong inherent stability and offshore suitability typical of Dibley's robust hull forms.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern Dibley designs and heavy-displacement fin-keel cruisers from the mid-2020s that prioritize motion comfort over pure speed, sharing similar D/L ratios around 224.31.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the KRAKEN 44 (DILBEY), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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