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Bounty 44
Designer: Bill Hardin  ·  Builder: Hardin International Ltd. (Taiwan)  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Bounty 44

With limited documentation available, the Bounty 44 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that has maintained a relatively low profile in the broader sailing community. This 44-foot vessel appears to have been designed with traditional cruising sensibilities, likely targeting sailors seeking a substantial platform for extended coastal and offshore passages. Based on the naming convention and era of similar designs, the Bounty 44 probably incorporates classic design elements that prioritize seaworthiness and comfort over racing performance. The length suggests adequate interior volume for live-aboard cruising or extended voyaging, with the beam and displacement likely configured to provide stability in varied sea conditions. Without extensive production numbers or widespread documentation, the Bounty 44 may represent either a limited production run or a design that served a specific market niche. This scarcity of information often indicates boats that were well-built but produced in smaller quantities, potentially making them interesting finds for sailors seeking something distinctive from mainstream production boats. For prospective buyers encountering a Bounty 44, thorough inspection and research into the specific boat's history, construction quality, and maintenance records would be essential given the limited available documentation about the model's general characteristics and performance reputation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.00 ft / 13.41 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.25 ft / 9.83 m
Beam 13.33 ft / 4.06 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 31,000.00 lb / 14,061 kg
Ballast 8,200.00 lb / 3,719 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG
Designer Bill Hardin
Builder Hardin International Ltd. (TAIWAN)
First Built 1977
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Performance Ratios
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
26.45
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
412.6
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. 9.21 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 26.45
P (Mainsail Luff) 412.60
E (Mainsail Foot) 1,536.05 pounds/inch
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