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Fc 44
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Alberto Cibil (Arg)  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Fc 44

With limited specifications available, the Fc 44 represents a gap in the comprehensive documentation of sailing vessels from this era. This 44-foot sailboat appears to have been produced in relatively small numbers, contributing to the scarcity of detailed technical information in contemporary boating databases. Based on the designation and era of similar vessels, the Fc 44 likely falls into the performance cruiser category, designed for sailors seeking a balance between comfortable cruising amenities and respectable sailing performance. The 44-foot length suggests sufficient interior volume for extended coastal cruising or potentially light offshore passages, while maintaining manageable handling characteristics for couples or small crews. Without detailed specifications, prospective buyers should exercise particular diligence in surveying any example of this model. The limited available data makes it challenging to assess typical maintenance issues, construction quality, or performance characteristics that would normally guide purchasing decisions. Potential owners might find parts availability and service documentation more challenging compared to more widely produced models from the same period. For sailors interested in less common vessels with potential character and individuality, the Fc 44 may warrant investigation, though thorough professional evaluation would be essential given the sparse technical documentation available.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.00 ft / 13.41 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.75 ft / 9.98 m
Beam 12.50 ft / 3.81 m
Max Draft 6.60 ft / 2.01 m
Displacement 21,400.00 lb / 9,707 kg
Ballast 9,050.00 lb / 4,105 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Alberto Cibil (ARG)
First Built 1978
Last Built 1992
Number Built 66
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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
42.29
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
271.98
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. 8.77 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 16.75
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.42 ft / 4.70 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 804.00 ft² / 74.69 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Perkins
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 50
Fuel Capacity 24 gals / 90 L
Water Capacity 170 gals / 644 L
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