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Bavaria 40 Jj
Designer: J&J Yacht Design  ·  Builder: Bavaria Yachts (Ger)  ·  First built: 1996
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About the Bavaria 40 Jj

Among Bavaria's diverse lineup of cruising sailboats, the Bavaria 40 Jj represents the German manufacturer's approach to creating accessible yet capable sailing vessels for the recreational market. This 40-foot sailboat embodies Bavaria's philosophy of combining practical design with European sailing traditions. Built during Bavaria's expansion into international markets, the 40 Jj showcases the builder's characteristic emphasis on interior volume and comfort without sacrificing sailing performance. The design reflects typical Bavarian engineering, featuring a moderate displacement hull form that balances stability with reasonable speed under sail. The boat appeals primarily to coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a vessel that can handle a variety of conditions while providing comfortable accommodations. Its size makes it suitable for both day sailing and extended coastal passages, with enough room for family cruising or entertaining guests at anchor. Bavaria's reputation for solid construction at competitive pricing points makes the 40 Jj an attractive option for sailors entering the 40-foot cruising market. The design incorporates practical deck layouts and well-proportioned sail plans that make it manageable for couples or small crews, while still offering the performance characteristics expected from a modern cruising sailboat.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.35 ft / 12.30 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 34.45 ft / 10.50 m
Beam 13.45 ft / 4.10 m
Max Draft 6.56 ft / 2.00 m
Displacement 19,841 lb / 9,000 kg
Ballast 7,055 lb / 3,200 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 790 ft² / 73.39 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer J&J Yacht Design
Builder Bavaria Yachts (GER)
First Built 1996
Last Built 2001
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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
 108
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
 17.21
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
 35.56
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
 216.64
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. 9.93 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.88
P (Mainsail Luff) 790.00 ft² / 73.39 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 50
Fuel Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
Water Capacity 80 gals / 303 L
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