Question 1

What are the specs of the WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 40 has the following specifications: 39.37ft LOA, 12.99ft beam, 5ft draft, 18,739lb displacement, 8,267.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the WARRIOR 40 and when was it made?

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Built by Trident Marine Ltd. (UK), designed by Angus Primrose/Bill Dixon, first built in 1988.

Question 3

Is the WARRIOR 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 40 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.26, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WARRIOR 40 is estimated at $2.5K – $6.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WARRIOR 40 (39.37ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.37ft boat: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/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 6

How much does it cost to dock a WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WARRIOR 40 (39.37ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,100-$18,900/year. California: $6,600-$16,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$13,800/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,700-$8,500/year. Texas: $2,800-$8,500/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,300/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,500/year. South Carolina: $6,100-$11,800/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 7

What are the common problems with the WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WARRIOR 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 WARRIOR 40.

Question 8

What should I look for when buying a WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WARRIOR 40, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 WARRIOR 40 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 9

What are the sail dimensions of the WARRIOR 40?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=46.75ft (foretriangle height), J=15.25ft (foretriangle base), P=43.08ft (mainsail luff), E=13.67ft (mainsail foot).

Question 10

How does the WARRIOR 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 40 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.37ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.26, capsize ratio 1.96. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.37 ft
LWL	31.27 ft
Beam	12.99 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	18,739 lb
Ballast	8,267.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	46.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	43.08 ft
Emainsail foot	13.67 ft

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