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Landfall 39 Cc
Designer: C&C Design/Rob Ball  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Landfall 39 Cc

Built during an era when coastal cruisers prioritized comfort and seaworthiness over pure performance, this center cockpit design represents a thoughtful approach to bluewater sailing. The Landfall 39 Cc emerged from a tradition of sturdy cruising yachts designed for sailors who valued reliability and livability during extended passages. The center cockpit configuration provides excellent protection for the helmsman while creating distinct living spaces below deck. This layout typically yields a spacious aft cabin, making it particularly appealing to couples seeking privacy and comfort during long-distance cruising. The design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness over speed, with a focus on handling various sea conditions with confidence. While comprehensive specifications remain limited, the Landfall name has historically been associated with solid construction and conservative design principles. These boats were engineered for offshore capability, featuring the kind of robust build quality that instills confidence in challenging conditions. The 39-foot length strikes a practical balance between interior volume and manageable size for a cruising couple or small family. Prospective buyers often find these vessels represent good value in the used boat market, particularly for those prioritizing comfort and seaworthiness over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 38.75 ft / 11.81 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.00 ft / 9.45 m
Beam 12.25 ft / 3.73 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 19,500.00 lb / 8,845 kg
Ballast 6,250.00 lb / 2,835 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 667.00 ft² / 61.97 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG w/balsa cored hull & deck
Designer C&C Design/Rob Ball
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1985
Last Built 1989
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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
14.79
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
32.15
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
1.82
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. 7.46
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. 1.0
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