MAXI 380
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.03 ft |
| LWL | 37.73 ft |
| Beam | 12.3 ft |
| Draft | 6.56 ft |
| Displacement | 16,976 lb |
| Ballast | 5,951.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
About the MAXI 380
Similar to the Maxi 38 but more SA and deeper keel. LOD: 11.5 m
The Maxi 380 is a rare, high-performance cruiser designed by Pelle Petterson and built by Maxi Yachts (SWE) between 1995 and 1997. With only 24 hulls built, this vessel represents a specific era of Scandinavian yacht design that prioritized speed and handling within a compact 40-foot package.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who value a responsive, lightweight hull over heavy displacement comfort. Its characteristics appeal to those seeking a manageable yet spirited sloop for active weekend sailing and short-term passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 16976.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.92, the Maxi 380 is primarily a coastal cruiser rather than a dedicated bluewater passagemaker. Its fin keel and relatively light displacement suggest it is best kept to protected waters and shorter offshore passages where weather routing is precise.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Nauticat 38 and the Hallberg-Rassy 38, as they share similar length overall and beam dimensions from the mid-1990s. However, the Maxi 380 distinguishes itself with a significantly lower displacement and higher sail area-to-displacement ratio, favoring speed over heavy-weather stability.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.03ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MAXI 380yet 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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