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Luders 44
Designer: A. E. Luders  ·  Builder: Luders Marine Construction  ·  First built: 1939
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About the Luders 44

Built by the respected Luders Marine Construction yard, this 44-foot sailboat represents the craftsmanship and attention to detail that made the Connecticut-based builder a notable name in American yachting circles during the mid-20th century. The Luders yard was known for producing well-built vessels that balanced performance with seaworthiness, and this model likely continues that tradition. Given its size and the builder's reputation, the Luders 44 would typically appeal to sailors seeking a capable cruising yacht suitable for both coastal exploration and potentially longer offshore passages. Luders boats were generally characterized by solid construction methods, conservative but effective design principles, and layouts that prioritized comfort for extended cruising. While detailed specifications remain limited, vessels from this builder typically featured robust hull construction and well-thought-out deck arrangements. The 44-foot length suggests adequate interior volume for comfortable accommodation while maintaining manageable handling characteristics for a couple or small crew. For sailors researching classic American-built yachts with proven offshore capability, the Luders 44 represents an interesting option that combines the builder's reputation for quality with a practical size for serious cruising adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.00 ft / 13.41 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 10.60 ft / 3.23 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 23,400.00 lb / 10,614 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 980.00 ft² / 91.04 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Yawl
Construction Wood
Designer A. E. Luders
Builder Luders Marine Construction
First Built 1939
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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
143
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
19.24
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
45.56
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
1.49
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. 7.34
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
1.18
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) 52.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 46.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 18.0
SA Fore 433.13
SA Main 418.5
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Luders 44 ★
44.0 ft
Cherubini 44
44.0 ft
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
44.1 ft
Endurance 44
44.0 ft
LWL
Luders 44 ★
30.0 ft
Cherubini 44
40.0 ft
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
33.6 ft
Endurance 44
37.0 ft
Beam
Luders 44 ★
10.6 ft
Cherubini 44
12.0 ft
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
12.7 ft
Endurance 44
13.0 ft
Displacement
Luders 44 ★
23 lbs
Cherubini 44
28 lbs
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
27 lbs
Endurance 44
38 lbs
Ballast
Luders 44 ★
Cherubini 44
12 lbs
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
10 lbs
Endurance 44
16 lbs
Sail Area
Luders 44 ★
980 sq ft
Cherubini 44
1 sq ft
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
971 sq ft
Endurance 44
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Luders 44 ★
143 s/nm
Cherubini 44
135 s/nm
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
Endurance 44
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Luders 44 ★
19.2
Cherubini 44
19.7
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
17.1
Endurance 44
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Luders 44 ★
Cherubini 44
42.9 %
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
Endurance 44
42.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Luders 44 ★
45.6
Cherubini 44
38.4
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
39.3
Endurance 44
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Luders 44 ★
1.49
Cherubini 44
1.58
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
1.68
Endurance 44
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Luders 44 ★
Cherubini 44
195
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
Endurance 44
334
Hull Speed
Luders 44 ★
7.3 kts
Cherubini 44
8.5 kts
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
7.8 kts
Endurance 44
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Luders 44 ★
1.2
Cherubini 44
3.0
Crealock 44 Pacific Seacraft
1.6
Endurance 44
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