MOODY 47
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 46.5 ft |
| LWL | 38.75 ft |
| Beam | 14.67 ft |
| Draft | 6.75 ft |
| Displacement | 27,500 lb |
| Ballast | 11,000 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 56 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 18 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 50.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 17 ft |
| FLforestay | 18 ft |
| Mainsail | 967.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 504 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 856.8 sq ft |
Engine
| Thornycroft | T15062 hpSee all 1 parts → |
About the MOODY 47
Centerboard version: (Draft BU-4.75' BD-9.5') Thornycroft T150 66hp diesel opt.
Designed by Bill Dixon and built by A. H. Moody & Son Ltd between 1982 and 1989, the Moody 47 is a substantial masthead sloop with a displacement of 27500.0 lb and a beam of 14.67 ft. Owner reports highlight a specific structural concern regarding keel smile and sump cracking, which appears with medium severity across the fleet.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, heavy-displacement passage maker, as evidenced by the high prevalence of watermakers, solar panels, and extensive canvas installations for liveaboard comfort.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 210.99 and a capsize ratio of 1.95, the Moody 47 exhibits strong offshore stability and seakeeping characteristics suitable for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other heavy-displacement British cruisers from the 1980s such as the Hallberg-Rassy 43 or the Hallberg-Rassy 46, due to similar design philosophies prioritizing stability and offshore capability over pure speed.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 46.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 5 systems for the MOODY 47, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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