Wasa 40

Swedish designer Leif Ängermark created this well-balanced 40-footer for Wasa Yachts in 1984, embodying the clean lines and thoughtful proportions characteristic of Scandinavian yacht design. With its fin keel and spade rudder configuration, the Wasa 40 delivers responsive handling and solid performance under sail, making it equally capable for coastal cruising and offshore passages. The boat's moderate displacement of 14,700 pounds, combined with 6,300 pounds of ballast, provides excellent stability without sacrificing sailing performance. Her masthead sloop rig carries 765 square feet of sail area, offering a good balance between power and manageability. The 6.89-foot draft ensures adequate pointing ability while remaining accessible to most harbors. Built with fiberglass construction during the mid-1980s, these yachts represent solid European craftsmanship from an era when build quality was paramount. The Wasa 40's comfort ratio of 22.98 indicates a boat that moves easily through seas without excessive motion, while the capsize screening value of 2.06 suggests reasonable offshore capability when properly handled. This design appeals to sailors seeking a proven platform for serious cruising, whether exploring coastal waters or undertaking longer passages, with the reliability and seaworthiness expected from Swedish naval architecture.

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