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Cc 38 3
Designer: C & C Design Group  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Cc 38 3

Built by Cape Cod Shipbuilding, this classic motorsailer represents the yard's commitment to traditional New England craftsmanship and seaworthy design. With limited specifications publicly available, the Cc 38 3 appears to be part of Cape Cod Shipbuilding's legacy fleet, likely developed during the company's focus on creating versatile vessels for Northeast coastal waters. The design philosophy behind this model emphasizes the dual-purpose nature that made Cape Cod's boats popular among sailors who wanted both sailing performance and reliable auxiliary power. These characteristics make it well-suited for coastal cruising and extended passages along the Eastern Seaboard, where weather conditions can change rapidly and having substantial engine power proves invaluable. Cape Cod Shipbuilding earned recognition for producing robust, well-built vessels that could handle the challenging waters off New England's coast. The construction typically featured solid fiberglass hulls with attention to structural integrity and long-term durability. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the boat's lineage suggests it would appeal to sailors seeking a traditional cruising experience with the security of proven construction methods and the versatility to handle various sailing conditions from protected harbors to open ocean passages.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 37.55 ft / 11.45 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.00 ft / 9.45 m
Beam 12.80 ft / 3.90 m
Max Draft 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Displacement 14,275.00 lb / 6,475 kg
Ballast 6,246.00 lb / 2,833 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C & C Design Group
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1985
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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
43.75
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
213.92
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. 8.5 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 19.89
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 729.00 ft² / 67.73 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 60 gals / 227 L
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