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Baltic 40
Designer: Judel/Vrolijk  ·  Builder: Baltic Yachts (Fin)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Baltic 40

Built by the prestigious Finnish yard Baltic Yachts between 1988 and 1999, this sophisticated 40-footer represents the collaboration between renowned designers Judel/Vrolijk and one of Europe's most respected builders. With only 21 hulls produced during its eleven-year production run, the Baltic 40 exemplifies the yard's commitment to quality over quantity. The design strikes an impressive balance between performance cruising and serious offshore capability. Her fin keel with spade rudder configuration and masthead sloop rig deliver responsive handling, while the substantial displacement of nearly 15,000 pounds provides the stability and seakindness expected from a Baltic yacht. The generous sail area supports spirited performance in light to moderate conditions, yet the boat's robust construction and favorable stability ratios make her equally suited for extended offshore passages. Baltic's legendary fiberglass construction quality shines through in every detail, from the precisely engineered hull to the thoughtful deck layout. The comfort ratio of 22.49 suggests a motion that balances performance with livability, while the capsize screening value indicates excellent stability for serious cruising. This yacht appeals to discerning sailors seeking a premium platform for both coastal adventures and blue-water voyaging.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.33 ft / 11.99 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.75 ft / 9.98 m
Beam 12.75 ft / 3.89 m
Max Draft 7.17 ft / 2.19 m
Displacement 14,992.00 lb / 6,800 kg
Ballast 6,173.00 lb / 2,800 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 803.00 ft² / 74.60 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Judel/Vrolijk
Builder Baltic Yachts (FIN)
First Built 1988
Last Built 1999
Number Built 21
Associations Baltic Yachts
Related Sailboats ["X 119" · "J39" · "Farr 395" · "Scanner 391" · "Swan 39"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 84
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 21.21
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 41.18
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 190.54
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 22.49
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2.07
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.67 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 3.3
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1,492.00 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 21.22
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 55.28 ft / 16.85 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.10 ft / 4.60 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 49.38 ft / 15.05 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.63 ft / 4.76 m
SA Fore 417.36 ft² / 38.77 m²
SA Main 385.90 ft² / 35.85 m²
SA Total (100%) 803.26 ft² / 74.63 m²
Est. Forestay Length 57.31 ft / 17.47 m
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Baltic 40 ★
39.3 ft
Farr 395
39.4 ft
J39
39.4 ft
Scanner 391
39.1 ft
LWL
Baltic 40 ★
32.8 ft
Farr 395
34.1 ft
J39
32.5 ft
Scanner 391
31.5 ft
Beam
Baltic 40 ★
12.8 ft
Farr 395
12.2 ft
J39
12.4 ft
Scanner 391
11.8 ft
Displacement
Baltic 40 ★
14 lbs
Farr 395
12 lbs
J39
12 lbs
Scanner 391
12 lbs
Ballast
Baltic 40 ★
6 lbs
Farr 395
4 lbs
J39
5 lbs
Scanner 391
4 lbs
Sail Area
Baltic 40 ★
803 sq ft
Farr 395
—
J39
799 sq ft
Scanner 391
—
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Baltic 40 ★
84 s/nm
Farr 395
33 s/nm
J39
—
Scanner 391
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Baltic 40 ★
21.2
Farr 395
—
J39
23.3
Scanner 391
—
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Baltic 40 ★
41.2 %
Farr 395
36.6 %
J39
—
Scanner 391
37.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Baltic 40 ★
22.5
Farr 395
—
J39
20.1
Scanner 391
—
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Baltic 40 ★
2.07
Farr 395
—
J39
2.12
Scanner 391
—
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Baltic 40 ★
190
Farr 395
140
J39
—
Scanner 391
182
Hull Speed
Baltic 40 ★
7.7 kts
Farr 395
—
J39
7.6 kts
Scanner 391
—
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Baltic 40 ★
3.3
Farr 395
—
J39
3.9
Scanner 391
—
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