French naval architect Daniel Andrieu designed this capable cruising sailboat for Greek builder Anassis, with production beginning in 1990. The Atlantic 44 represents a thoughtful balance between performance and comfort, making it well-suited for both coastal cruising and offshore passages. With a fin keel and spade rudder configuration, this masthead sloop delivers responsive handling while maintaining directional stability. The moderate displacement of 22,050 pounds, combined with a healthy ballast ratio, provides reassuring stability without sacrificing sailing performance. Her 780 square feet of sail area generates sufficient power for spirited sailing, while the hull's 7.90-knot theoretical hull speed indicates good passage-making ability. The boat's impressive comfort ratio of 27.31 suggests a motion that's easy on crew during extended voyages, while the capsize screening value of 2 indicates good stability characteristics for offshore work. Her fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively straightforward maintenance. Built during an era when European yards were producing quality cruising boats for the charter and private market, the Atlantic 44 appeals to sailors seeking a proven platform for serious cruising. The design emphasizes seaworthiness and comfort over pure racing performance, making it an excellent choice for couples or small crews planning extended coastal or offshore adventures.
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What is the Atlantic 44's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Atlantic 44 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.93. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Atlantic 44's comfort ratio?
The Atlantic 44 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.31. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Atlantic 44 safe for offshore sailing?
The Atlantic 44 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Atlantic 44?
The theoretical hull speed of the Atlantic 44 is 7.90 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Atlantic 44 weigh?
The Atlantic 44 has a displacement of 22,050.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 42.95 ft.
Who designed the Atlantic 44?
The Atlantic 44 was designed by Daniel Andrieu, first built in 1990.