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Freedom 40 Cc
Designer: Hoyt/Herreshoff  ·  Builder: Tillotson Pearson Inc, (Usa)  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Freedom 40 Cc

With its distinctive unstayed rig and innovative approach to sail handling, this 40-footer represents Freedom Yachts' commitment to simplified cruising systems. The Freedom 40 Cc was designed during an era when the Connecticut-based builder was pioneering cat-rigged and cat-ketch configurations that eliminated the complexity of standing rigging entirely. The unstayed carbon fiber masts characteristic of Freedom designs offer significant advantages for cruising sailors, particularly those sailing short-handed or seeking reduced maintenance demands. Without shrouds and stays to adjust or replace, the rig presents fewer failure points while providing impressive sail area and power. The freestanding masts also allow for simplified sail handling and the ability to rotate the mast for optimal aerodynamic efficiency. Built with offshore cruising capabilities in mind, this design suits sailors who prioritize reliability and ease of handling over pure performance. The boat's moderate displacement and well-balanced hull form provide comfortable motion in various sea conditions while maintaining respectable sailing speeds. Freedom's reputation for building sturdy, well-engineered cruising boats makes this model particularly appealing to those planning extended coastal passages or offshore adventures where mechanical simplicity and dependability take precedence over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.00 ft / 12.19 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 35.00 ft / 10.67 m
Beam 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
Displacement 20,000.00 lb / 9,072 kg
Ballast 5,530.00 lb / 2,508 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Cat Ketch (unstayed)
Construction FG
Designer Hoyt/Herreshoff
Builder Tillotson Pearson Inc, (USA)
First Built 1976
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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
170
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
27.65
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
208.25
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. 9.0 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 4.25 ft / 1.30 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 784.00 ft² / 72.84 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Freedom 40 Cc ★
40.0 ft
Endeavour 40
40.0 ft
Island Packet 40
40.0 ft
Tartan 40 Offshore
40.0 ft
LWL
Freedom 40 Cc ★
35.0 ft
Endeavour 40
32.0 ft
Island Packet 40
34.0 ft
Tartan 40 Offshore
36.0 ft
Beam
Freedom 40 Cc ★
12.0 ft
Endeavour 40
13.0 ft
Island Packet 40
12.9 ft
Tartan 40 Offshore
13.3 ft
Displacement
Freedom 40 Cc ★
20 lbs
Endeavour 40
25 lbs
Island Packet 40
22 lbs
Tartan 40 Offshore
26 lbs
Ballast
Freedom 40 Cc ★
5 lbs
Endeavour 40
9 lbs
Island Packet 40
10 lbs
Tartan 40 Offshore
10 lbs
Sail Area
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
788 sq ft
Island Packet 40
907 sq ft
Tartan 40 Offshore
788 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
170 s/nm
Endeavour 40
147 s/nm
Island Packet 40
141 s/nm
Tartan 40 Offshore
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
14.8
Island Packet 40
18.1
Tartan 40 Offshore
14.4
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
27.7 %
Endeavour 40
36.0 %
Island Packet 40
43.9 %
Tartan 40 Offshore
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
36.9
Island Packet 40
32.6
Tartan 40 Offshore
34.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
1.78
Island Packet 40
1.83
Tartan 40 Offshore
1.80
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
208
Endeavour 40
340
Island Packet 40
258
Tartan 40 Offshore
Hull Speed
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
7.6 kts
Island Packet 40
7.8 kts
Tartan 40 Offshore
8.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Freedom 40 Cc ★
Endeavour 40
1.3
Island Packet 40
2.0
Tartan 40 Offshore
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