MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41

About the MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41

One of the most popular production boats of this size ever built. Nearly half went directly to the charter trade. This design underwent numerous modification during it's production life so dimensions, interior layouts and other details vary widely. Several auxiliary engines were used although the vast majority of boats came with Perkins diesel engines. Early models were powered by Perkins model 4-108 engines or the Westerbeke model 4-107. Morgan switched to Perkins 4-154 model engines later in production. Following Catalina Yacht's purchase of Morgan Yachts, the OUT ISLAND 41 CLASSIC was produced for several years using a Yanmar diesel engine. Usually rigged as a sloop or ketch. As a ketch, the SA for the mizzen is 122 sq ft. A keel/cb model was offered. (Rare) A few links are provided here to some of the more popular variants.

Designed by Charles Morgan and built by Morgan Yachts/Catalina in the USA, the Morgan Out Island 41 is a robust cruising sloop with a production run of 1000 hulls starting in 1971. This vessel is characterized by its heavy displacement of 27000.0 lb and full/long keel, reflecting its origins as a serious offshore cruiser.

Best for:

This boat is ideally suited for experienced coastal and bluewater cruisers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over speed, particularly those willing to manage the maintenance demands of a 1970s-era vessel.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 27000.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.85, and a full/long keel, the Morgan Out Island 41 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, though its age requires diligent maintenance of critical systems.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include the Tartan 41 and O'Day 40, which share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and full-keel designs from the same era, offering comparable stability and interior volume for long-range cruising.