The Morgan 41 Out Island Classic (also known as the 'Morgan 41 Classic'), a centre-cockpit sloop, was designed by Charles Morgan and built in the USA by Morgan Yachts, and later by Catalina Yachts following their purchase of Morgan Yachts.
Underwater Profile: Fin keel & skeg-hung rudder
Hull Material: GRP (Fibreglass)
Length Overall: 41'3" (12.6m)
Waterline Length: 34'0" (10.4m)
Beam: 13'10" (4.2m)
Draft: 4'10" (1.5m)
Rig Type: Masthead sloop
Displacement: 23,000lb (10,433kg)
Designer: Charles Morgan
Builder: Morgan Yachts (USA)
Year First Built: 1986
Year Last Built: 1991
Number Built: 150
1. Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: 15.5
2. Ballast/Displacement Ratio: 37.0
3. Displacement/Length Ratio: 261
4. Comfort Ratio: 29.7
5. Capsize Screening Formula: 1.9
1. A Sail Area/Displacement Ratio of just 15.5 suggests that the Morgan 41 Out Island is just a tad under-powered and will need a stiff breeze to get her going. In light conditions, unless you've got plenty of time on your hands, motor-sailing may be the way to go.
2. A Ballast/Displacement Ratio of 37.0 means that a sailboat like the Morgan 41 Out Island (which doesn't have a stiffness-enhancing bulb keel), is likely to benefit from being reefed early to keep her sailing upright in a moderate breeze.
3. A Displacement/Length Ratio of 261, tells us the Morgan 41 Out Island is a moderate displacement cruiser, which means she'll carry all your cruising gear without it having a dramatic effect on her performance. Most of today's sailboats intended for offshore cruising fall into this displacement category.
4. Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio of 29.7 suggests that crew comfort of a Morgan 41 Out Island in a seaway is very close to what you would associate with the motion of a moderate bluewater cruising boat - a predictable and acceptable motion for most seasoned sailors.
5. The Capsize Screening Formula (CSF) of 1.9 indicates that a Morgan 41 Out Island would be a safer choice of sailboat for an ocean passage than one with a CSF of more than 2.0.
If you are looking for a spacious and comfortable cruiser that can take you to faraway destinations, you might want to consider the Morgan 41 Out Island Classic sailboat.
This boat was designed by Charlie Morgan, a legendary American yacht designer and builder, who created one of the most commercially successful yacht designs in this size range.
The Morgan 41 Out Island Classic is a modified version of the original Morgan Out Island 41, which was first built in 1971 and ran until 1991, with more than 1,450 completed.
The Classic version was produced by Catalina Yachts, which purchased Morgan Yachts in 1986, and it features some improvements in the hull shape, the rig and the engine.
Here are some of the main features of this boat:
Accommodation
Hull and Deck
The Morgan 41 Out Island Classic sailboat is a great choice for recreational sailors who want to enjoy long-distance cruising in comfort and style. This boat has plenty of space, storage and amenities for living aboard or chartering. It also has good sailing performance and stability for its size and design.
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