1963 Cal 40
LOA
12.19m (40.0ft)
Beam
3.35m (11.0ft)
Displacement
7,030kg (15,498lbs)
Year
1963–1972
Manufacturer
Cal
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.19 m | 40.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.35 m | 11.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,030 kg | 15,498 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg | 6,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.3 m² | 660 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bill Lapworth | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.97
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
38.7%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.70 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
21.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1963 Cal 40
The Cal 40 revolutionized ocean racing when it dominated the 1966 Transpac. Bill Lapworth's design became the template for a generation of racing sailboats and remains highly competitive today.