MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41 KETCH
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.25 ft |
| LWL | 34 ft |
| Beam | 13.82 ft |
| Draft | 4.17 ft |
| Displacement | 27,000 lb |
| Ballast | 8,999.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 49 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 17 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 42.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12 ft |
| PYmizzen luff | 27 ft |
| EYmizzen foot | 9 ft |
| FLforestay | 17 ft |
| Mainsail | 690.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 416.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 708.1 sq ft |
About the MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41 KETCH
Dimensions for ketch rig. See MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41 for more details.
Designed by Charles Morgan and built by Morgan Yachts (USA) in 1972, the Morgan Out Island 41 Ketch is a heavy-displacement cruising yacht with a build count of ? hulls. It features a full/long keel and a masthead ketch rig, emphasizing stability and comfort with a comfort ratio of 34.93.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable platform for protected waters, given its heavy displacement and full keel design.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 27000.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.85, the boat is inherently stable and suitable for offshore passages, though its full keel may limit maneuverability in tight quarters.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Morgan 413 and other 1970s full-keel ketches like the Tartan 41, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and traditional cruising layouts.
Direct variants of the MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41 KETCH
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
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 4 systems for the MORGAN OUT ISLAND 41 KETCH, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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