Based on the classic Colin Archer design and refined by William Atkin, this 38-footer represents traditional offshore cruising at its finest. Built by Emerald Bay Trading Company in Taiwan starting in 1977, the Bently 38 embodies the seaworthy characteristics that made Archer's Norwegian rescue boats legendary for their ability to handle heavy weather. The boat's substantial displacement of 28,000 pounds and long keel configuration with transom-hung rudder create exceptional tracking and directional stability, making it an ideal choice for serious offshore passages. With 10,000 pounds of ballast providing a solid foundation, the cutter rig offers versatile sail handling options crucial for extended cruising. The generous beam of 11.50 feet ensures comfortable accommodations below while maintaining the hull's sea-kindly motion. The impressive comfort ratio of 48.91 reflects the boat's motion characteristics in a seaway, while the capsize screening formula of 1.52 indicates good stability for offshore work. This is a yacht designed for sailors who prioritize seaworthiness and comfort over speed, perfectly suited for coastal cruising and ocean passages where reliability matters more than racing performance. The Bently 38 continues the proud tradition of full-keel cruising boats built for serious sailors.
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What is the Bently 38's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Bently 38 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 14.6. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Bently 38's comfort ratio?
The Bently 38 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 48.91. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Bently 38 safe for offshore sailing?
The Bently 38 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.52. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Bently 38?
The theoretical hull speed of the Bently 38 is 7.65 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Bently 38 weigh?
The Bently 38 has a displacement of 28,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 38.00 ft.
Who designed the Bently 38?
The Bently 38 was designed by Colin Archer/William Atkin, first built in 1977.