MOODY 41 CLASSIC
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.67 ft |
| LWL | 35.76 ft |
| Beam | 13.12 ft |
| Draft | 6.56 ft |
| Shoal Draft | 1.65 ft |
| Displacement | 21,605 lb |
| Ballast | 6,062.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 50.95 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.16 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 53.15 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.27 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.2 ft |
| Mainsail | 910.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 386.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 656.5 sq ft |
About the MOODY 41 CLASSIC
Also referred to as the Moody 41 Aft Cockpit. SA=Main (44 sqm/473.61sq ft)+ 140% Genoa (48.5 sqm/522.05 sq ft). Also available with a Self Tacking Jib: 33 sqm/355.21 sq ft. Interior layout available with 6 different variations.
The Moody 41 Classic is a fractional sloop designed by Bill Dixon and built by A. H. Moody & Son Ltd, with production records indicating a build year of 2009. This vessel represents a specific iteration of the Moody line, characterized by a displacement of 21605.0 lb and a beam of 13.12 ft, though the total hulls built count remains unspecified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended stays, as evidenced by the high frequency of bimini installations (16 mentions) and watermaker upgrades (7 mentions). The presence of solar panels (6 mentions) and wind generators (2 mentions) suggests owners prioritize self-sufficiency and liveaboard comfort over high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.89 and a D/L ratio of 210.92, the Moody 41 Classic demonstrates strong offshore stability and heavy-displacement characteristics suitable for bluewater cruising. The fin keel and fractional sloop rig provide a balance of performance and safety, supported by owner reports of robust electronics and anchoring upgrades like Spade anchors (27 mentions).
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other Bill Dixon designs from the late 2000s and early 2010s that share similar fractional sloop rigs and moderate displacement characteristics. Vessels with similar comfort ratios (28.87) and capsize ratios (1.89) from builders like Hallberg-Rassy or Nauticat offer similar cruising dynamics and structural philosophies.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 1985–2010 · median $199,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.67ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the MOODY 41 CLASSIC, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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