1978 Bristol 40
LOA
12.19m (40.0ft)
Beam
3.35m (11.0ft)
Displacement
8,165kg (18,001lbs)
Year
1978–1983
Manufacturer
Bristol
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 | 1.68 m | 5.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,165 kg | 18,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,402 kg | 7,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.4 m² | 672 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 189 L | 49.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Ted Hood | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.63
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.67 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
24.8
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1978 Bristol 40
The Bristol 40 is a Ted Hood design built to exceptional standards in Rhode Island. A comfortable and seaworthy cruiser with traditional good looks and a loyal following among New England sailors.