MOORINGS 38-2
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.58 ft |
| LWL | 30.33 ft |
| Beam | 12.5 ft |
| Draft | 4.83 ft |
| Displacement | 13,700 lb |
| Ballast | 5,400.5 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
About the MOORINGS 38-2
The second MOORINGS 38 (MOORINGS 38-2), sometimes referred to as BENETEAU 38M. Same hull as FIRST 38S5 (BENETEAU) but with different deck and rig. Built at Beneteau USA. (An earlier MOORINGS 38/39 was based on the FIRST 38 (BENEEAU).)
The Moorings 38-2 is a fractional sloop designed by Jean Berret and Phillipe Starck, built by Beneteau (USA) between 1990 and 1992. With a total production of 80 hulls, this model represents a specific era of Beneteau's US manufacturing operations.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and charter operators seeking a spacious, comfortable cabin layout typical of the Moorings brand. Its fractional rig and moderate displacement make it manageable for couples or small families prioritizing interior volume over high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 13700.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.09, the boat offers moderate stability for coastal passages but lacks the heavy displacement and robust construction typically required for serious bluewater voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 373 and the Hallberg-Rassy 35, as they share similar production eras and coastal cruising roles. The Moorings 38-2 distinguishes itself with a wider beam and fractional rig compared to the masthead rigs often found on direct competitors.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the MOORINGS 38-2 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the MOORINGS 38-2yet 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.
Own a MOORINGS 38-2? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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