The Morris 46 Sailboat
Specs & Key Performance Indicators

• Morris Yachts was founded in 1972 by Tom Morris, who moved from Philadelphia to Maine to pursue his dream of building sailboats. He started by building Friendship sloops, using fiberglass hulls and decks from Jarvis Newman and fitting them out with his own style and quality.

• In 1974, Tom Morris partnered with designer Chuck Paine, who introduced him to the Francis 26, a robust double ender that could sail anywhere. This was the beginning of a long and fruitful collaboration that produced many classic models, such as the Linda 28, Annie 29, Leigh 30 and Justine 36.

• In the late 1980s, Morris Yachts focused more on its cruising yachts, launching the Morris Ocean Series 38, 42, 44 and 46. These were aft cockpit, trunk cabin yachts with pretty lines, excellent performance and exquisite craftsmanship. They gained recognition and popularity among discerning sailors worldwide.

• In 1999, Morris Yachts expanded its production capacity by acquiring the Able boatyard in Trenton, Maine. It also added a series of offshore cruiser racers, such as the Morris Ocean 45, 48 and 52RS. One of the most notable boats was Firefly, a Morris Ocean 45 that won many distance races.

• In 2004, Morris Yachts introduced its Sparkman and Stephens designed Morris M36, which set the bar for the luxury day sailor market. The M36 had beautiful overhangs, a low profile cabin top, a performance keel, a spade rudder and a fractional carbon rig. It also had a huge cockpit and a self-tacking jib that made it easy to sail singlehandedly or with guests. The success of the M36 led to other models in the M Series: the M29, M42 and M52.

• In 2008, Tom Morris passed away and his son Cuyler took over the company. Cuyler continued his father's legacy of building high-quality sailboats with passion and innovation. He also introduced new models, such as the M46 and the Ocean Series 48 GT.

• In 2016, Morris Yachts was acquired by The Hinckley Company, another iconic American yacht brand. The two companies share a common vision of excellence and customer service. Morris Yachts continues to operate from its facilities in Maine, building semi-custom sailboats that reflect the owner's vision.

The Morris 46 sailboat can comfortably accommodate four people in two cabins, each with a double berth and a private head. The saloon also has two settees that can be used as extra berths if needed.

The Morris 46 sailboat has a hull speed of about 8.5 knots, and can reach up to 10 knots in favorable conditions. It has a displacement of 24,000 lbs and a sail area of 1,100 sq ft. It is designed to be easy to handle and responsive to the helm.

The Morris 46 sailboat is a high-end yacht that costs around $1 million USD new. Used models can be found for less, depending on the condition and equipment. For example, a 1997 model was listed for $495,000 USD in 2020.