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Warrior 38
Designer: Bill Dixon/Angus Primrose  ·  Builder: Trident Marine (Uk)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Warrior 38

Built during a brief but notable production run from 1985 to 1987, this Dixon/Primrose-designed 38-footer represents a compelling blend of cruising comfort and sailing performance. With only 49 hulls completed by Trident Marine in the UK, the Warrior 38 has earned recognition among discerning sailors seeking a capable offshore cruiser. The design showcases thoughtful proportions with a moderate fin keel and skeg-hung rudder configuration, providing excellent directional stability while maintaining responsive handling. Her cutter rig offers versatility for various wind conditions, making her well-suited for both coastal exploration and extended offshore passages. The generous beam creates spacious accommodations below while contributing to impressive initial stability. Performance characteristics reflect the designers' emphasis on seaworthiness over pure speed. The comfort ratio of 28.76 indicates a motion that's relatively easy on crew during longer passages, while the capsize screening formula of 1.96 falls within accepted parameters for offshore sailing. This combination makes the Warrior 38 particularly appealing to couples or small crews planning extended cruising adventures. The fiberglass construction and British build quality have proven durable over the decades, though prospective buyers should carefully evaluate any vessel given the design's age and limited production numbers.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 38.00 ft / 11.58 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.00 ft / 9.45 m
Beam 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 18,750.00 lb / 8,505 kg
Ballast 8,250.00 lb / 3,742 kg
Ballast Type Steel
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Bill Dixon/Angus Primrose
Builder Trident Marine (UK)
First Built 1985
Last Built 1987
Number Built 49
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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
44.0
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo Penta
Engine Model 2003 TC
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 50 gals / 189 L
Water Capacity 180 gals / 681 L
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