Danish craftsmanship meets modern performance in this well-proportioned 38-footer from Nordship. Designed by the respected team of Buchwald & Borghegn, the 380 Ds represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising and light offshore passage-making, combining Scandinavian build quality with contemporary sailing dynamics. The fractional sloop rig and fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling and solid upwind performance, while the moderate displacement of 19,841 pounds strikes an effective balance between stability and speed potential. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.87, this boat offers spirited performance without being overly demanding to handle. The comfort ratio of 30.91 suggests a design optimized for motion comfort during extended passages, making it well-suited for couples or small families planning coastal adventures or inter-island cruising. The capsize screening value of 1.82 indicates good offshore capability, though the boat truly excels in coastal and protected waters where its maneuverability and moderate draft of 5.91 feet allow access to shallow harbors and anchorages. Since entering production in 2012, the 380 Ds has earned recognition for its solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail typical of northern European builders.
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What is the Nordship 380 Ds's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Nordship 380 Ds has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.87. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Nordship 380 Ds's comfort ratio?
The Nordship 380 Ds has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 30.91. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Nordship 380 Ds safe for offshore sailing?
The Nordship 380 Ds has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.82. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Nordship 380 Ds?
The theoretical hull speed of the Nordship 380 Ds is 7.79 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Nordship 380 Ds weigh?
The Nordship 380 Ds has a displacement of 19,841.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 38.06 ft.
Who designed the Nordship 380 Ds?
The Nordship 380 Ds was designed by Buchwald & Borghegn, first built in 2012.