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Sun Odyssey 440 Jeanneau
Designer: Philippe Briand/Piaton Bonet Yacht Design  ·  Builder: Jeanneau (Fra)  ·  First built: 2017
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About the Sun Odyssey 440 Jeanneau

Launched in 2017, this contemporary cruising yacht represents Jeanneau's commitment to blending performance with comfort in their popular Sun Odyssey line. At 42.65 feet overall with a modern fin keel and bulb configuration paired with dual rudders, the 440 delivers responsive handling while maintaining the stability expected from a serious cruising platform. The design collaboration between Philippe Briand and Piaton Bonet Yacht Design shows in the boat's well-balanced proportions and sailing characteristics. With a fractional sloop rig carrying 842 square feet of sail area and a SA/Displacement ratio of 19.08, this yacht offers spirited performance without sacrificing the docile handling that makes it suitable for both coastal exploration and offshore passages. The hull's 18,874-pound displacement strikes an appealing middle ground between performance and load-carrying capacity, while the moderate comfort ratio of 21.37 suggests good seaworthiness without excessive motion. The capsize screening formula of 2.12 falls well within accepted limits for offshore sailing, making this an attractive option for couples or families planning extended cruises or blue-water adventures. French construction quality combined with modern hull design makes the Sun Odyssey 440 a compelling choice in today's competitive mid-size cruising market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.65 ft / 13.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 39.37 ft / 12.00 m
Beam 14.07 ft / 4.29 m
Max Draft 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Displacement 18,874.00 lb / 8,561 kg
Ballast 5,026.00 lb / 2,280 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 842.00 ft² / 78.22 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & dual rudders
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Philippe Briand/Piaton Bonet Yacht Design
Builder Jeanneau (FRA)
First Built 2017
Associations Jeanneau Owners Network
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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
 19.08
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
 26.63
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
 138.08
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
 21.37
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. 8.41 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
 3.86
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. 1,979.27 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. 19.07
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 50.20 ft / 15.30 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.96 ft / 5.17 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 50.20 ft / 15.30 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 16.57 ft / 5.05 m
SA Fore 425.70 ft² / 39.55 m²
SA Main 415.91 ft² / 38.64 m²
SA Total (100%) 841.61 ft² / 78.19 m²
Est. Forestay Length 52.99 ft / 16.15 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 53 gals / 201 L
Water Capacity 87 gals / 329 L
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