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Cs 40
Designer: Tony Castro  ·  Builder: Canadian Sailcraft (Can)  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Cs 40

With limited technical specifications publicly available, the Cs 40 represents an intriguing entry in the 40-foot sailboat category that warrants careful research by prospective buyers. This relative obscurity in the mainstream sailing press suggests either limited production numbers or a boat that flew somewhat under the radar despite potentially solid design credentials. Given its size classification, the Cs 40 would theoretically be well-suited for coastal cruising and potentially longer offshore passages, assuming it follows conventional design principles for boats in this length range. The 40-foot mark typically represents a sweet spot for serious cruising sailors, offering enough interior volume for extended living aboard while remaining manageable for a small crew. Without detailed specifications readily available, potential buyers should investigate the boat's construction methods, sail plan configuration, and interior layout through direct inspection and owner networks. The builder's reputation and the boat's construction era would be crucial factors in evaluating its suitability for intended use. Prospective owners might find value in connecting with existing Cs 40 owners through sailing forums or yacht club networks to gather real-world performance data and maintenance insights that published specifications cannot provide.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.25 ft / 11.96 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.67 ft / 9.96 m
Beam 12.67 ft / 3.86 m
Max Draft 6.58 ft / 2.01 m
Displacement 17,000.00 lb / 7,711 kg
Ballast 7,500.00 lb / 3,402 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Tony Castro
Builder Canadian Sailcraft (CAN)
First Built 1987
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
93
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
44.12
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
217.65
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. 8.87 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.61
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.50 ft / 4.72 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 766.00 ft² / 71.16 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 43
Fuel Capacity 50 gals / 189 L
Water Capacity 100 gals / 379 L
How It Compares

vs. Mirage 39, Northeast 39 2, X 119

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Dimensions
LOA
Cs 40 ★
39.3 ft
Mirage 39
39.2 ft
Northeast 39 2
39.2 ft
X 119
39.4 ft
LWL
Cs 40 ★
32.7 ft
Mirage 39
32.8 ft
Northeast 39 2
31.5 ft
X 119
33.6 ft
Beam
Cs 40 ★
12.7 ft
Mirage 39
12.5 ft
Northeast 39 2
12.6 ft
X 119
10.7 ft
Displacement
Cs 40 ★
17 lbs
Mirage 39
16 lbs
Northeast 39 2
14 lbs
X 119
11 lbs
Ballast
Cs 40 ★
7 lbs
Mirage 39
6 lbs
Northeast 39 2
X 119
4 lbs
Sail Area
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
740 sq ft
X 119
794 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cs 40 ★
93 s/nm
Mirage 39
111 s/nm
Northeast 39 2
X 119
57 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
19.6
X 119
25.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cs 40 ★
44.1 %
Mirage 39
37.5 %
Northeast 39 2
X 119
42.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
23.4
X 119
21.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
2.05
X 119
1.90
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cs 40 ★
217
Mirage 39
201
Northeast 39 2
X 119
134
Hull Speed
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
7.5 kts
X 119
7.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cs 40 ★
Mirage 39
Northeast 39 2
2.8
X 119
4.7
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