MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.16 ft |
| LWL | 30 ft |
| Beam | 11.25 ft |
| Draft | 4.18 ft |
| Displacement | 21,000 lb |
| Ballast | 8,001 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 40.3 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.6 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 665.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 347.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 591.3 sq ft |
About the MORGAN 40 CRUISING KETCH
Westerbeke diesel offered as an option. A pilot house version was also offered.
The Morgan 40 Cruising Ketch is a heavy-displacement vessel designed by Charles Morgan and Henry Scheel, built by Morgan Yachts (USA) in 1969. With a displacement of 21000.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 347.22, it exemplifies the robust, motion-comfortable cruising yachts of the late 1960s.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize sea-keeping ability and comfort over high-speed performance, particularly those who appreciate the balanced handling characteristics of a ketch rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.63 and a comfort ratio of 39.1, the Morgan 40 is well-regarded for bluewater passage-making due to its heavy displacement and stable fin keel design.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Tartan 40 and the O'Day 40, as they share similar heavy-displacement hull forms and production eras focused on safe, comfortable family cruising rather than racing performance.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.16ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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