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Moody 419
Designer: Bill Dixon  ·  Builder: Marine Projects Ltd.  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Moody 419

Built during Moody's golden era of yacht manufacturing, this 419 model represents the British builder's commitment to creating robust cruising sailboats designed for serious coastal and offshore sailing. Like other vessels in the Moody lineup from this period, the 419 was engineered with the demanding conditions of European waters in mind, featuring the kind of solid construction and seaworthiness that made the brand synonymous with dependable passage-making. The design philosophy behind this model emphasizes comfort and safety over outright performance, making it particularly well-suited for extended cruising adventures and long-distance sailing. Moody's reputation for building boats that can handle challenging weather conditions shines through in the 419's construction, which typically incorporates generous beam dimensions to provide interior volume while maintaining stability in rough seas. While detailed specifications remain limited, the 419 follows Moody's traditional approach of combining practical deck layouts with well-appointed interiors that maximize livability during extended voyages. The boat appeals to sailors seeking a proven platform for serious cruising, whether exploring coastal waters or embarking on longer offshore passages where reliability and comfort become paramount considerations.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 41.75 ft / 12.73 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.94 ft / 10.34 m
Beam 13.16 ft / 4.01 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 20,600.00 lb / 9,344 kg
Ballast 8,700.00 lb / 3,946 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 741.00 ft² / 68.84 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bill Dixon
Builder Marine Projects Ltd.
First Built 1984
Last Built 1986
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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
15.84
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
28.36
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
1.92
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. 7.81
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
2.2
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) 50.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 43.8
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.0
SA Fore 412.5
SA Main 328.5
How It Compares

vs. Catalina 42, Niagara 42, Sabre 42

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Dimensions
LOA
Moody 419 ★
41.8 ft
Catalina 42
41.9 ft
Niagara 42
42.0 ft
Sabre 42
41.8 ft
LWL
Moody 419 ★
33.9 ft
Catalina 42
36.0 ft
Niagara 42
32.5 ft
Sabre 42
34.0 ft
Beam
Moody 419 ★
13.2 ft
Catalina 42
13.8 ft
Niagara 42
12.8 ft
Sabre 42
12.7 ft
Displacement
Moody 419 ★
20 lbs
Catalina 42
20 lbs
Niagara 42
19 lbs
Sabre 42
18 lbs
Ballast
Moody 419 ★
8 lbs
Catalina 42
8 lbs
Niagara 42
8 lbs
Sabre 42
7 lbs
Sail Area
Moody 419 ★
741 sq ft
Catalina 42
797 sq ft
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
755 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Moody 419 ★
111 s/nm
Catalina 42
96 s/nm
Niagara 42
111 s/nm
Sabre 42
96 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Moody 419 ★
15.8
Catalina 42
17.1
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
17.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Moody 419 ★
Catalina 42
40.5 %
Niagara 42
40.9 %
Sabre 42
41.5 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Moody 419 ★
28.4
Catalina 42
25.4
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
27.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Moody 419 ★
1.92
Catalina 42
2.03
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
1.91
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Moody 419 ★
Catalina 42
196
Niagara 42
257
Sabre 42
213
Hull Speed
Moody 419 ★
7.8 kts
Catalina 42
8.0 kts
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
7.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Moody 419 ★
2.2
Catalina 42
2.8
Niagara 42
Sabre 42
2.6
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