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Cms 41

Designer: Jay R. Benford  ·  Builder: Hailex International (Taiwan)  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Cms 41

Developed by Italian builder Cantieri del Mediterraneo Sud (CMS), this 41-foot sailing yacht represents the yard's commitment to creating versatile cruising vessels for Mediterranean waters and beyond. The Cms 41 emerged during an era when Italian shipyards were gaining recognition for producing well-built fiberglass sailboats that balanced performance with comfort. With its moderate displacement design, the Cms 41 appeals to sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser that can handle extended passages when conditions permit. The yacht's proportions suggest thoughtful engineering aimed at providing stability and seaworthiness while maintaining reasonable sailing performance across various wind conditions. CMS boats from this period typically featured solid construction methods and practical layouts designed for extended cruising. The 41-footer likely incorporates the builder's philosophy of creating boats that offer good interior volume relative to their length, making them suitable for couples or small families planning longer voyages. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Cms 41 fits into the category of mid-sized cruising sailboats that prioritize comfort and reliability over racing performance. For sailors considering this yacht, its Italian heritage suggests attention to both functional design and aesthetic appeal, characteristics that have made Mediterranean-built boats increasingly popular among cruising enthusiasts.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 41.00 ft / 12.50 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
Beam 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 26,000.00 lb / 11,793 kg
Ballast 9,000.00 lb / 4,082 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Jay R. Benford
Builder Hailex International (TAIWAN)
First Built 1979
Related Sailboats Ct 41 · Sea Tiger 41 · Lord Nelson 41 · Gulfstar 41 · Dickerson 41
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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
34.62
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
248.78
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. 10.8 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.37
P (Mainsail Luff) 949.00 ft² / 88.16 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Diesel
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 60
How It Compares

vs. Ct 41, Dickerson 41, Gulfstar 41, Lord Nelson 41, Sea Tiger 41

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Dimensions
LOA
Cms 41 ★
41.0 ft
Ct 41
41.0 ft
Dickerson 41
41.0 ft
Gulfstar 41
41.0 ft
Lord Nelson 41
41.0 ft
Sea Tiger 41
41.0 ft
LWL
Cms 41 ★
36.0 ft
Ct 41
32.5 ft
Dickerson 41
31.5 ft
Gulfstar 41
33.0 ft
Lord Nelson 41
36.2 ft
Sea Tiger 41
35.0 ft
Beam
Cms 41 ★
14.0 ft
Ct 41
12.1 ft
Dickerson 41
12.5 ft
Gulfstar 41
12.0 ft
Lord Nelson 41
12.8 ft
Sea Tiger 41
12.0 ft
Displacement
Cms 41 ★
26 lbs
Ct 41
27 lbs
Dickerson 41
24 lbs
Gulfstar 41
22 lbs
Lord Nelson 41
30 lbs
Sea Tiger 41
28 lbs
Ballast
Cms 41 ★
9 lbs
Ct 41
9 lbs
Dickerson 41
8 lbs
Gulfstar 41
7 lbs
Lord Nelson 41
11 lbs
Sea Tiger 41
Sail Area
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
792 sq ft
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
691 sq ft
Lord Nelson 41
1 sq ft
Sea Tiger 41
769 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
204 s/nm
Dickerson 41
180 s/nm
Gulfstar 41
153 s/nm
Lord Nelson 41
144 s/nm
Sea Tiger 41
216 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
14.0
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
14.1
Lord Nelson 41
17.2
Sea Tiger 41
13.4
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cms 41 ★
34.6 %
Ct 41
32.7 %
Dickerson 41
34.7 %
Gulfstar 41
Lord Nelson 41
Sea Tiger 41
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
43.8
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
35.1
Lord Nelson 41
41.9
Sea Tiger 41
43.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
1.61
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
1.72
Lord Nelson 41
1.65
Sea Tiger 41
1.58
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cms 41 ★
248
Ct 41
357
Dickerson 41
349
Gulfstar 41
Lord Nelson 41
Sea Tiger 41
291
Hull Speed
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
7.6 kts
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
7.7 kts
Lord Nelson 41
8.1 kts
Sea Tiger 41
7.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cms 41 ★
Ct 41
1.2
Dickerson 41
Gulfstar 41
1.7
Lord Nelson 41
1.9
Sea Tiger 41
1.5
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