1978 Westsail 42
LOA
12.80m (42.0ft)
Beam
3.81m (12.5ft)
Displacement
13,154kg (29,000lbs)
Year
1978–1983
Manufacturer
Westsail
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.80 m | 42.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.81 m | 12.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.50 m | 54.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,154 kg | 29,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² | 775 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Cutter | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L | 60.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 454 L | 119.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Crealock | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
13.12
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
41.4%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.65 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
27.7
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1978 Westsail 42
The Westsail 42 is a massive and powerful bluewater cruiser extending the Westsail concept to 42 feet. Her heavy displacement and full keel provide an incredibly stable and comfortable platform for world cruising.