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Sun Fast 41 Jeanneau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  First built: 2003
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About the Sun Fast 41 Jeanneau

Jeanneau's Sun Fast 41 represents a compelling blend of performance cruising and competitive sailing capability that has earned recognition among sailors seeking versatility without compromise. This French-built yacht embodies the modern approach to fast cruising, where comfort and speed work in harmony rather than opposition. Designed with offshore sailing in mind, the Sun Fast 41 features contemporary hull lines that deliver impressive performance while maintaining the seaworthiness expected for extended passages. The boat's design philosophy centers on providing owners with a vessel equally at home during weekend coastal adventures or longer blue-water journeys. Notable for its well-balanced sailing characteristics, the Sun Fast 41 offers responsive handling that appeals to both experienced racers and cruising enthusiasts. The cockpit layout prioritizes both functionality and comfort, making sail handling manageable for smaller crews while accommodating larger groups during social sailing. Jeanneau's reputation for thoughtful construction and practical design solutions shines through in this model, which has found favor among sailors who refuse to choose between performance and practicality. The Sun Fast 41 continues the French builder's tradition of creating boats that deliver genuine sailing pleasure across a wide range of conditions and sailing styles.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 41.67 ft / 12.70 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 35.76 ft / 10.90 m
Beam 13.45 ft / 4.10 m
Max Draft 7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Displacement 16,535 lb / 7,500 kg
Ballast 6,614 lb / 3,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 925 ft² / 85.93 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
First Built 2003
Last Built 2010
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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
 22.76
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
 40.0
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
 161.42
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
 21.21
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
 2.12
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. 8.01 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. 10.31 pounds/inch
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