1987 Cape Dory 40
LOA
12.19m (40.0ft)
Beam
3.66m (12.0ft)
Displacement
8,618kg (18,999lbs)
Year
1987–1992
Manufacturer
Cape Dory
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.19 m | 40.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 9.45 m | 31.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.66 m | 12.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.68 m | 5.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg | 18,999 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg | 8,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.5 m² | 694 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 284 L | 75.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Carl Alberg | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.59
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.1%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.3
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1987 Cape Dory 40
The Cape Dory 40 is a handsome traditional cruiser and one of the last models from the original Cape Dory yard. Built to the same exacting standards that made the brand legendary among blue water sailors.