Contest 40s
Description
The Contest 40S, built by Contest Yachts (Conyplex) in Medemblik, Netherlands, is a classic fiberglass monohull sailboat designed by Dick Zaal and produced between 1993 and 1997. Approximately 30 units were built, making it one of the rarer Contest models. Known for its robust construction, seaworthiness, and suitability for bluewater cruising, the Contest 40S is a high-quality cruiser with a focus on comfort and performance, featuring a center cockpit and a sloop rig (with no documented ketch variant).
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 55.45 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.58 ft |
| p | 48.56 ft |
| e | 13.78 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55.45 ft | 15.58 ft | 48.56 ft | 13.78 ft | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 48.56 ft - (14801 mm) |
| Foot | * 13.78 ft - (4200 mm) |
| Leech | * 49.91 ft - (15213 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 50.01 ft - (15243 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 343.389 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 46.08 ft - (14045 mm) |
| Foot | * 20.23 ft - (6166 mm) |
| Leech | * 40.83 ft - (12445 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.92 ft - (5462 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 412.83 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 54.72 ft - (16679 mm) |
| Foot | * 24.82 ft - (7565 mm) |
| Leech | * 51.92 ft - (15825 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 23.37 ft - (7123 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 639.42 ft² |
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