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Tashiba 40
Designer: Robert Perry  ·  Builder: Ta Shing Yacht Building (Taiwan)  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Tashiba 40

Designed by renowned naval architect Robert Perry and built by Taiwan's respected Ta Shing Yacht Building starting in 1984, this substantial cruising sailboat represents classic bluewater design principles executed with exceptional craftsmanship. The fiberglass construction combines Perry's eye for seaworthy proportions with Ta Shing's reputation for heavy, robust builds that prioritize durability over lightweight performance. With its long keel configuration and hefty 29,000-pound displacement, this vessel embodies traditional cruising yacht characteristics that inspire confidence in offshore conditions. The substantial ballast ratio and conservative beam-to-length proportions contribute to excellent stability and sea-kindly motion, while the cutter rig provides versatile sail handling options for varying wind conditions. The impressive comfort ratio of 41.49 indicates a boat designed for extended cruising rather than racing, offering spacious accommodations and steady motion underway. The moderate sail area and hull speed of 7.87 knots reflect this boat's cruising pedigree, prioritizing comfort and safety over pure speed. Perry's design philosophy emphasizes seaworthiness and livability, making this an excellent choice for serious coastal cruising or offshore passages where reliability and crew comfort take precedence over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.87 ft / 12.15 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 34.50 ft / 10.52 m
Beam 12.83 ft / 3.91 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 29,000.00 lb / 13,154 kg
Ballast 10,000.00 lb / 4,536 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 865.00 ft² / 80.36 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Robert Perry
Builder Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN)
First Built 1984
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 138
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
 14.72
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
 34.48
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
 315.28
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
 41.49
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
 1.67
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. 7.87 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
 1.46
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. 1,581.58 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. 14.71
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 50.00 ft / 15.24 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 21.00 ft / 6.40 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 46.00 ft / 14.02 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.75 ft / 4.50 m
SA Fore 525.00 ft² / 48.77 m²
SA Main 339.25 ft² / 31.52 m²
SA Total (100%) 864.25 ft² / 80.29 m²
Est. Forestay Length 54.23 ft / 16.53 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Universal
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 50
Fuel Capacity 110 gals / 416 L
Water Capacity 210 gals / 795 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Tashiba 40 ★
39.9 ft
Baba 40
39.8 ft
Island Packet 40
40.0 ft
Panda 40
39.9 ft
LWL
Tashiba 40 ★
34.5 ft
Baba 40
34.5 ft
Island Packet 40
34.0 ft
Panda 40
34.5 ft
Beam
Tashiba 40 ★
12.8 ft
Baba 40
12.8 ft
Island Packet 40
12.9 ft
Panda 40
12.8 ft
Displacement
Tashiba 40 ★
29 lbs
Baba 40
29 lbs
Island Packet 40
22 lbs
Panda 40
29 lbs
Ballast
Tashiba 40 ★
10 lbs
Baba 40
12 lbs
Island Packet 40
10 lbs
Panda 40
12 lbs
Sail Area
Tashiba 40 ★
865 sq ft
Baba 40
864 sq ft
Island Packet 40
907 sq ft
Panda 40
859 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Tashiba 40 ★
138 s/nm
Baba 40
179 s/nm
Island Packet 40
141 s/nm
Panda 40
164 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tashiba 40 ★
14.7
Baba 40
14.7
Island Packet 40
18.1
Panda 40
14.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tashiba 40 ★
34.5 %
Baba 40
—
Island Packet 40
43.9 %
Panda 40
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tashiba 40 ★
41.5
Baba 40
41.5
Island Packet 40
32.6
Panda 40
41.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tashiba 40 ★
1.67
Baba 40
1.67
Island Packet 40
1.83
Panda 40
1.67
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tashiba 40 ★
315
Baba 40
—
Island Packet 40
258
Panda 40
—
Hull Speed
Tashiba 40 ★
7.9 kts
Baba 40
7.9 kts
Island Packet 40
7.8 kts
Panda 40
7.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Tashiba 40 ★
1.5
Baba 40
1.5
Island Packet 40
2.0
Panda 40
1.5
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