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Mariner 40 Garden
Designer: C. Oberly/W. Garden  ·  Builder: Far East Yacht Builders, Inc - Ta Yang  ·  First built: 1965
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About the Mariner 40 Garden

With limited documentation available, the Mariner 40 Garden represents an intriguing entry in the 40-foot sailboat category that warrants investigation by serious cruising enthusiasts. Based on its nomenclature and size class, this vessel appears designed for comfortable coastal and potentially offshore cruising, where the emphasis lies on livability and seaworthiness rather than racing performance. The "Garden" designation suggests thoughtful attention to outdoor living spaces, likely featuring an enhanced cockpit area or deck layout that maximizes comfort while at anchor or under sail. This focus on outdoor amenities typically appeals to cruisers who value al fresco dining and entertaining aboard their vessel. At 40 feet, this sailboat falls into the sweet spot for serious cruising couples or small families, offering sufficient interior volume for extended voyages while remaining manageable for a small crew. The length suggests adequate waterline for respectable passage-making speeds and the stability needed for ocean crossings. While comprehensive specifications remain elusive, the Mariner 40 Garden likely represents solid construction values and practical design philosophy typical of cruising-oriented vessels from its era. Prospective buyers should seek out existing owners and conduct thorough surveys to fully understand this boat's capabilities and condition.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.33 ft / 12.29 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.17 ft / 9.20 m
Beam 11.42 ft / 3.48 m
Max Draft 5.67 ft / 1.73 m
Displacement 26,500.00 lb / 12,020 kg
Ballast 9,000.00 lb / 4,082 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 733.00 ft² / 68.10 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction FG Hull, FG over ply Deck & Cabin
Designer C. Oberly/W. Garden
Builder Far East Yacht Builders, Inc - Ta Yang
First Built 1965
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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
13.25
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
48.11
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
1.54
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. 7.36
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
0.78
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) 48.25
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.67
P (Mainsail Luff) 41.75
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.25
SA Fore 378.04
SA Main 318.34
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