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Cc 39
Designer: Cuthertson & Cassian  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts (Can)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Cc 39

Designed by the renowned Canadian firm Cuthertson & Cassian and built by C&C Yachts from 1971 to 1974, this 39-footer represents the early evolution of modern racing-cruiser design. With only 48 hulls produced during its brief production run, the C&C 39 has become a sought-after classic among sailors who appreciate performance-oriented sailing. The boat's fin keel and spade rudder configuration, progressive for its early 1970s era, delivers responsive handling and good upwind performance. Its moderate displacement of 17,000 pounds strikes a balance between sailing performance and cruising comfort, while the masthead sloop rig provides versatile sail handling options. The comfort ratio of 30.05 suggests a boat that can handle offshore conditions without sacrificing sailing ability, though it leans toward the sportier end of the spectrum. Built with fiberglass construction typical of the period, the C&C 39 appeals to sailors seeking coastal cruising with racing potential. The design reflects C&C's reputation for creating boats that perform well in club racing while remaining comfortable for extended cruising. This combination of speed and livability made C&C a dominant force in the Canadian sailing market during the 1970s.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.25 ft / 11.96 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.69 ft / 9.66 m
Beam 11.46 ft / 3.49 m
Max Draft 6.25 ft / 1.91 m
Displacement 17,000.00 lb / 7,711 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 726.00 ft² / 67.45 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Cuthertson & Cassian
Builder C&C Yachts (CAN)
First Built 1971
Last Built 1974
Number Built 48
Related Sailboats Cal 40 · Pearson 39 · Swan 40 Ss · Northeast 39 · Dufour 39 Frers
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Performance Ratios
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
 17.63
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
 238.47
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
 30.05
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
 1.79
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. 7.54 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
 2.35
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. 1,297.64 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. 17.63
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 51.00 ft / 15.54 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 17.00 ft / 5.18 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 45.00 ft / 13.72 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
SA Fore 433.50 ft² / 40.27 m²
SA Main 292.50 ft² / 27.17 m²
SA Total (100%) 726.00 ft² / 67.45 m²
Est. Forestay Length 53.76 ft / 16.39 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Universal
Engine Model Atomic 4
Engine Type Gas
Fuel Capacity 28 gals / 106 L
Water Capacity 70 gals / 265 L
How It Compares

vs. Cal 40, Dufour 39 Frers, Northeast 39, Pearson 39, Swan 40 Ss

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Cc 39 ★
39.3 ft
Cal 40
39.3 ft
Dufour 39 Frers
39.3 ft
Northeast 39
39.2 ft
Pearson 39
39.3 ft
Swan 40 Ss
39.3 ft
LWL
Cc 39 ★
31.7 ft
Cal 40
30.3 ft
Dufour 39 Frers
30.5 ft
Northeast 39
31.5 ft
Pearson 39
30.0 ft
Swan 40 Ss
28.5 ft
Beam
Cc 39 ★
11.5 ft
Cal 40
11.0 ft
Dufour 39 Frers
12.5 ft
Northeast 39
12.6 ft
Pearson 39
11.7 ft
Swan 40 Ss
10.8 ft
Displacement
Cc 39 ★
17 lbs
Cal 40
15 lbs
Dufour 39 Frers
14 lbs
Northeast 39
14 lbs
Pearson 39
17 lbs
Swan 40 Ss
19 lbs
Ballast
Cc 39 ★
—
Cal 40
6 lbs
Dufour 39 Frers
6 lbs
Northeast 39
9 lbs
Pearson 39
7 lbs
Swan 40 Ss
7 lbs
Sail Area
Cc 39 ★
726 sq ft
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
669 sq ft
Northeast 39
723 sq ft
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
709 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cc 39 ★
—
Cal 40
120 s/nm
Dufour 39 Frers
—
Northeast 39
80 s/nm
Pearson 39
132 s/nm
Swan 40 Ss
126 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cc 39 ★
17.6
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
17.7
Northeast 39
19.2
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
16.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cc 39 ★
—
Cal 40
40.0 %
Dufour 39 Frers
46.6 %
Northeast 39
—
Pearson 39
42.9 %
Swan 40 Ss
41.6 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cc 39 ★
30.1
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
24.3
Northeast 39
23.4
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
38.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cc 39 ★
1.79
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
2.03
Northeast 39
2.05
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
1.63
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cc 39 ★
238
Cal 40
240
Dufour 39 Frers
235
Northeast 39
—
Pearson 39
281
Swan 40 Ss
364
Hull Speed
Cc 39 ★
7.5 kts
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
7.4 kts
Northeast 39
7.5 kts
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
7.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cc 39 ★
2.4
Cal 40
—
Dufour 39 Frers
2.4
Northeast 39
2.8
Pearson 39
—
Swan 40 Ss
1.3
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