MOODY S31
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.76 ft |
| LWL | 26.51 ft |
| Beam | 10.83 ft |
| Draft | 3.75 ft |
| Displacement | 10,617 lb |
| Ballast | 3,650.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 39.99 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 34.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 11.48 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 437.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 224.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 382.4 sq ft |
About the MOODY S31
Designed by Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects (UK) between 1994 and 1998, the Moody S31 is a compact coastal cruiser with a total production run of 145 hulls. Its design emphasizes ease of handling and coastal comfort, reflected in its moderate displacement of 10617.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 24.47.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize ease of single-handed handling and protected water cruising over heavy offshore passage-making. Its relatively light displacement and moderate sail area make it responsive in light to moderate winds typical of coastal environments.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.97 and a displacement/length ratio of 254.4, the S31 is generally considered suitable for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended bluewater passages, though its twin keel configuration offers some stability advantages in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 30 and the O'Day 302, as they share similar length overall (31.76 ft) and target the same market of affordable, easy-to-handle coastal cruisers from the mid-1990s. The Moody's twin keel option also aligns it with other multihull-keel designs like the Hunter 31 for shallow-water access.
Direct variant of the MOODY S31
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
11 listings · boat years 1985–1997 · median $34,950
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.76ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
14 reported issues across 8 systems for the MOODY S31, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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