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Moody 44 2
Designer: Bill Dixon  ·  Builder: Marine Projects Ltd.  ·  First built: 1991
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About the Moody 44 2

Built between 1991 and 1996 by Marine Projects Ltd., this Bill Dixon-designed cruiser represents Moody's commitment to comfortable offshore sailing. With 114 hulls launched during its five-year production run, the Moody 44 2 earned recognition as a well-balanced bluewater yacht capable of extended ocean passages. Dixon's design philosophy shines through in the boat's moderate proportions and seaworthy characteristics. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides excellent directional stability while maintaining good maneuverability in tight quarters. Her fiberglass construction and substantial 23,631-pound displacement contribute to a reassuring feel in challenging conditions, while the generous 9,380 pounds of ballast ensure powerful yet predictable sailing characteristics. The masthead sloop rig spreads 814 square feet of sail area efficiently, delivering respectable performance without sacrificing the controlled handling that offshore cruisers demand. Her comfort ratio of 29.22 reflects the boat's motion characteristics, striking a balance between lively sailing and comfortable living aboard. The moderate beam of 13.67 feet provides excellent interior volume while keeping the boat manageable for short-handed sailing. This Moody appeals particularly to sailors seeking a capable offshore cruiser with proven ocean-crossing credentials, making it an excellent choice for serious coastal and bluewater adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 44.00 ft / 13.41 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
Beam 13.67 ft / 4.17 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 23,631.00 lb / 10,719 kg
Ballast 9,380.00 lb / 4,255 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 814.00 ft² / 75.62 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 1991
Last Built 1996
Number Built 114
Associations Moody Owners
Related Sailboats Cheoy Lee 44 · First 435 Beneteau · Nordic 44 · Nassau 45 · Morgan 45 2
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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
 15.88
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 39.69
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 226.11
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
 29.22
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
 1.91
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. 8.04 kn
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
 2.3
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. 1,758.40 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 15.9
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 54.10 ft / 16.49 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.67 ft / 5.08 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 46.50 ft / 14.17 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.67 ft / 4.78 m
SA Fore 450.92 ft² / 41.89 m²
SA Main 364.33 ft² / 33.85 m²
SA Total (100%) 815.25 ft² / 75.74 m²
Est. Forestay Length 56.61 ft / 17.25 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Model MD22L
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 50
Fuel Capacity 70 gals / 265 L
Water Capacity 100 gals / 379 L
How It Compares

vs. Cheoy Lee 44, First 435 Beneteau, Morgan 45 2, Nassau 45, Nordic 44

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Dimensions
LOA
Moody 44 2 ★
44.0 ft
Cheoy Lee 44
43.8 ft
First 435 Beneteau
43.5 ft
Morgan 45 2
45.0 ft
Nassau 45
44.9 ft
Nordic 44
43.8 ft
LWL
Moody 44 2 ★
36.0 ft
Cheoy Lee 44
37.7 ft
First 435 Beneteau
36.1 ft
Morgan 45 2
39.3 ft
Nassau 45
34.6 ft
Nordic 44
35.4 ft
Beam
Moody 44 2 ★
13.7 ft
Cheoy Lee 44
13.3 ft
First 435 Beneteau
13.1 ft
Morgan 45 2
13.3 ft
Nassau 45
12.8 ft
Nordic 44
12.9 ft
Displacement
Moody 44 2 ★
23 lbs
Cheoy Lee 44
27 lbs
First 435 Beneteau
23 lbs
Morgan 45 2
30 lbs
Nassau 45
21 lbs
Nordic 44
23 lbs
Ballast
Moody 44 2 ★
9 lbs
Cheoy Lee 44
11 lbs
First 435 Beneteau
9 lbs
Morgan 45 2
—
Nassau 45
8 lbs
Nordic 44
9 lbs
Sail Area
Moody 44 2 ★
814 sq ft
Cheoy Lee 44
880 sq ft
First 435 Beneteau
859 sq ft
Morgan 45 2
734 sq ft
Nassau 45
799 sq ft
Nordic 44
919 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Moody 44 2 ★
—
Cheoy Lee 44
135 s/nm
First 435 Beneteau
—
Morgan 45 2
—
Nassau 45
123 s/nm
Nordic 44
90 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Moody 44 2 ★
15.9
Cheoy Lee 44
15.6
First 435 Beneteau
16.7
Morgan 45 2
12.2
Nassau 45
16.7
Nordic 44
18.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Moody 44 2 ★
39.7 %
Cheoy Lee 44
41.9 %
First 435 Beneteau
38.9 %
Morgan 45 2
—
Nassau 45
41.7 %
Nordic 44
40.2 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Moody 44 2 ★
29.2
Cheoy Lee 44
34.1
First 435 Beneteau
31.3
Morgan 45 2
36.0
Nassau 45
29.4
Nordic 44
31.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Moody 44 2 ★
1.91
Cheoy Lee 44
1.77
First 435 Beneteau
1.82
Morgan 45 2
1.72
Nassau 45
1.84
Nordic 44
1.81
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Moody 44 2 ★
226
Cheoy Lee 44
227
First 435 Beneteau
226
Morgan 45 2
221
Nassau 45
229
Nordic 44
233
Hull Speed
Moody 44 2 ★
8.0 kts
Cheoy Lee 44
8.2 kts
First 435 Beneteau
8.1 kts
Morgan 45 2
8.4 kts
Nassau 45
7.9 kts
Nordic 44
8.0 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Moody 44 2 ★
2.3
Cheoy Lee 44
2.3
First 435 Beneteau
2.4
Morgan 45 2
1.9
Nassau 45
2.4
Nordic 44
2.5
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