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Little Harbor 44
Designer: Ted Hood  ·  Builder: Little Harbor  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Little Harbor 44

Built by the respected Little Harbor boatyard in Massachusetts, this 44-foot sailboat represents the yard's commitment to combining traditional craftsmanship with modern sailing performance. Little Harbor earned its reputation during the 1970s and 1980s for producing well-built cruising yachts that appealed to serious sailors seeking quality construction and seaworthy design. This particular model showcases the yard's typical approach to bluewater cruising, with robust construction methods and thoughtful engineering that prioritizes safety and comfort during extended passages. The design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness over pure speed, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and offshore voyaging rather than competitive racing. Little Harbor boats are known for their solid fiberglass construction, quality hardware, and attention to detail in both structural elements and interior appointments. The 44 continues this tradition with accommodations designed for extended cruising comfort while maintaining the performance characteristics needed for confident sailing in varied conditions. Given Little Harbor's reputation among cruising sailors, this model would appeal to those seeking a proven platform for serious coastal exploration or offshore passage-making, where reliability and seaworthiness take precedence over cutting-edge performance features.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.33 ft / 13.51 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.50 ft / 11.13 m
Beam 13.67 ft / 4.17 m
Max Draft 10.18 ft / 3.10 m
Min Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 32,500.00 lb / 14,742 kg
Ballast 13,800.00 lb / 6,260 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 937.00 ft² / 87.05 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Ted Hood
Builder Little Harbor
First Built 1983
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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
 111
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
 14.78
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
 39.72
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
 1.72
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. 8.1
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 1.58
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
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 57.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 50.3
E (Mainsail Foot) 16.3
SA Fore 527.25
SA Main 409.95
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