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Bowman 40
Bowman · 1987–?
Bowman 40
Bowman · 1987–?
LOA 39.92ft
Beam 12.58ft
Disp. 19,000lbs
D/L Ratio 259
CSV 1.89
MCR 29.3
SA/D 16.8
Rudder Skeg Hung
Keel Modified Fin
Rig Cutter
Mast Keel Stepped
Cockpit Aft
Hull Modified Full
Stern Transom
Chuck Paine design. 60 built by Southern Boat Building (UK). Shoal keel cutter (4.9ft draft). British-built bluewater cruiser.
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Score Breakdown
Offshore passage-making capability. Prioritizes structural strength, stability, safety features, and sea-kindliness.
Rudder Type Skeg Hung · 20% weight ·
100 pts
Keel Type Modified Fin · 10% weight ·
95 pts
Mast Step Keel Stepped · 10% weight ·
100 pts
Ballast Ratio Unknown · 10% weight ·
50 pts
Backstay Yes · 10% weight ·
100 pts
Galley Safety Unknown · 10% weight ·
50 pts
Capsize Screening 1.89 · 10% weight ·
64 pts
D/L Ratio 259 · 10% weight ·
80 pts
Motion Comfort 29.3 · 10% weight ·
57 pts
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