1986 Valiant 40
LOA
12.19m (40.0ft)
Beam
3.71m (12.2ft)
Displacement
9,072kg (20,000lbs)
Year
1986–2001
Manufacturer
Valiant
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.19 m | 40.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.75 m | 32.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.71 m | 12.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.50 m | 54.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,072 kg | 20,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg | 8,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.3 m² | 757 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Cutter | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Modified full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L | 49.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 340 L | 89.8 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Bob Perry | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.42
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.71 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.1
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1986 Valiant 40
The Valiant 40 is a legendary offshore cruiser designed by Bob Perry for serious bluewater sailing. A comfortable and capable passage maker that has sailed around the world numerous times.