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Sigma 400
Designer: Rob Humphries  ·  Builder: Marine Projects Ltd  ·  First built: 1990
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About the Sigma 400

Developed by David Thomas and built by Marine Construction Ltd in the UK, the Sigma 400 earned a strong reputation as a capable and competitive offshore racer-cruiser during the 1980s. Part of the well-regarded Sigma range that produced several successful one-design classes, the 400 sits at the larger end of the family, offering a blend of racing performance and genuine cruising comfort that appealed to serious club racers and bluewater-minded sailors alike. Designed with clean, efficient lines and a balanced hull form, the Sigma 400 performs well in a variety of conditions and has proven itself on offshore passages as well as inshore racing circuits. Its British heritage means it handles the challenging conditions of North Sea and Channel sailing with confidence, making it a practical choice for coastal and offshore work rather than purely fair-weather sailing. For buyers researching a do-it-all performance cruiser with solid racing credentials and a proven track record, the Sigma 400 remains an attractive option in the used market, backed by an active class association that continues to support owners and competitive sailing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.27 ft / 12.27 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.33 ft / 10.16 m
Beam 12.76 ft / 3.89 m
Max Draft 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Displacement 19,000.00 lb / 8,618 kg
Ballast 7,055.00 lb / 3,200 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Rob Humphries
Builder Marine Projects Ltd
First Built 1990
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Performance Ratios
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
37.13
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
229.09
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. 9.11 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.79
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.21 ft / 4.33 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 833.00 ft² / 77.39 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Perkins
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 34
How It Compares

vs. Sabre 402, Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau, Swan 40 Frers

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Dimensions
LOA
Sigma 400 ★
40.3 ft
Sabre 402
40.2 ft
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
40.4 ft
Swan 40 Frers
40.3 ft
LWL
Sigma 400 ★
33.3 ft
Sabre 402
34.0 ft
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
34.5 ft
Swan 40 Frers
32.4 ft
Beam
Sigma 400 ★
12.8 ft
Sabre 402
13.3 ft
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
13.1 ft
Swan 40 Frers
12.9 ft
Displacement
Sigma 400 ★
19 lbs
Sabre 402
18 lbs
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
14 lbs
Swan 40 Frers
19 lbs
Ballast
Sigma 400 ★
7 lbs
Sabre 402
7 lbs
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
5 lbs
Swan 40 Frers
6 lbs
Performance
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Sigma 400 ★
37.1 %
Sabre 402
38.8 %
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
40.3 %
Swan 40 Frers
36.0 %
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Sigma 400 ★
229
Sabre 402
213
Sun Fast 40 Jeanneau
161
Swan 40 Frers
253
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