Question 1

What are the specs of the NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 has the following specifications: 39.7ft LOA, 12.43ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 18,000lb displacement, 7,090.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NORDIC 40 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 has an average asking price of $102,450, with prices ranging from $89,900 to $115,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NORDIC 40 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Nordic, designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1991, 32 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NORDIC 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.98, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.9, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.68, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 234.09, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NORDIC 40 is estimated at $2.5K – $6.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NORDIC 40 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NORDIC 40 (39.7ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $900-$1650/year (based on $102,450 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.7ft boat: Florida: $7,100-$19,100/year. California: $6,700-$16,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,400/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$11,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NORDIC 40 (39.7ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,100-$19,100/year. California: $6,700-$16,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,900/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,400/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$11,900/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NORDIC 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NORDIC 40.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NORDIC 40, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NORDIC 40 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NORDIC 40?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=52.5ft (foretriangle height), J=16ft (foretriangle base), P=48ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 782.9 sq ft. Jib area: 420 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NORDIC 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NORDIC 40 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.7ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.98, capsize ratio 1.9, SA/disp 17.68, average price $102,450. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.7 ft
LWL	32.5 ft
Beam	12.43 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	18,000 lb
Ballast	7,090.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	52.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	16 ft
Pmainsail luff	48 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	16 ft
Mainsail	782.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	420 sq ft
Spinnaker	714 sq ft

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