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Cc 44 Custom
Designer: Rob Ball  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts (Custom Shop)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Cc 44 Custom

Designed by Rob Ball and built by C&C Yachts' Custom Shop starting in 1985, this 44-footer represents the Canadian builder's foray into semi-custom performance cruising. The hull stretches 44.17 feet overall with a waterline length of 35.25 feet, creating a sleek profile that hints at the boat's racing heritage while maintaining cruising practicality. The fin keel and spade rudder configuration, combined with a substantial 9,850-pound ballast ratio, delivers the responsive handling C&C was renowned for during this era. With 924 square feet of sail area driving 19,985 pounds of displacement, the boat offers spirited performance under sail, capable of reaching its theoretical hull speed of 7.96 knots. The SA/Displacement ratio of 20.15 confirms this is a boat that will move well in moderate conditions. The comfort ratio of 26.08 and capsize screening formula of 1.96 suggest this yacht strikes a balance between performance and seaworthiness, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and club racing. The Custom Shop pedigree means individual boats may vary in layout and equipment, but all share the solid fiberglass construction and thoughtful design that made C&C a respected name among serious sailors seeking both speed and comfort.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.17 ft / 13.46 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 35.25 ft / 10.74 m
Beam 13.25 ft / 4.04 m
Max Draft 8.42 ft / 2.57 m
Displacement 19,985.00 lb / 9,065 kg
Ballast 9,850.00 lb / 4,468 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 924.00 ft² / 85.84 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Rob Ball
Builder C&C Yachts (Custom Shop)
First Built 1985
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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
 20.15
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
 49.29
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
 203.69
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
 26.08
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
 1.96
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. 7.96 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
 3.01
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. 1,668.87 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. 20.15
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 59.00 ft / 17.98 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 17.50 ft / 5.33 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 51.75 ft / 15.77 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.75 ft / 4.80 m
SA Fore 516.25 ft² / 47.96 m²
SA Main 407.53 ft² / 37.86 m²
SA Total (100%) 923.78 ft² / 85.82 m²
Est. Forestay Length 61.54 ft / 18.76 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Type Diesel
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