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Nordship 380 Ds
Designer: Buchwald & Borghegn  ·  Builder: Nordship  ·  First built: 2012
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About the Nordship 380 Ds

Danish craftsmanship meets modern performance in this well-proportioned 38-footer from Nordship. Designed by the respected team of Buchwald & Borghegn, the 380 Ds represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising and light offshore passage-making, combining Scandinavian build quality with contemporary sailing dynamics. The fractional sloop rig and fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling and solid upwind performance, while the moderate displacement of 19,841 pounds strikes an effective balance between stability and speed potential. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.87, this boat offers spirited performance without being overly demanding to handle. The comfort ratio of 30.91 suggests a design optimized for motion comfort during extended passages, making it well-suited for couples or small families planning coastal adventures or inter-island cruising. The capsize screening value of 1.82 indicates good offshore capability, though the boat truly excels in coastal and protected waters where its maneuverability and moderate draft of 5.91 feet allow access to shallow harbors and anchorages. Since entering production in 2012, the 380 Ds has earned recognition for its solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail typical of northern European builders.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 38.06 ft / 11.60 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.79 ft / 10.30 m
Beam 12.30 ft / 3.75 m
Max Draft 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 19,841.00 lb / 9,000 kg
Ballast 7,055.00 lb / 3,200 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 770.00 ft² / 71.54 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Buchwald & Borghegn
Builder Nordship
First Built 2012
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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
 16.87
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
 35.56
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
 229.59
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
 30.91
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
 1.82
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. 7.79 kn
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. 1,485.05 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 55
Fuel Capacity 77 gals / 290 L
Water Capacity 73 gals / 276 L
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