Farr 39 M L
Description
The Farr 39ML (Farr design #336, often abbreviated as "Farr 39 M L") is a high-performance racer-cruiser sloop designed by Bruce Farr and built by Cookson Boats (New Zealand) starting in 1995. Approximately ~20–30 units were produced through the late 1990s, targeting IRC and one-design racing with a nod to coastal cruising. The "ML" denotes Masthead Light configuration, emphasizing a tall masthead rig for power in medium-to-heavy air, low displacement for planning, and lightweight construction for agility. Also known as the Cookson 12M in some markets, it's renowned for its carbon-reinforced hull options, wide beam, and seaworthiness—winning multiple Sydney-Hobart and Fastnet divisions. With a PHRF rating of ~60–75, it's a vintage grand prix standout, blending speed (up to 15+ knots planning) with basic liveaboard comforts for 4–6.
Construction Details
| Designer | Bruce Farr |
|---|---|
| Builder | Cookson Boats (New Zealand) |
| Length | 39.000 ft |
| LOA | 39.000 ft |
| LWL | 34.300 ft |
| Beam | 12.530 ft |
| Displacement | 10280 lb |
| Max Draft | 8.500 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 51.14 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 14.60 ft |
| p | 51.91 ft |
| e | 19.03 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.14 ft | 14.60 ft | 51.91 ft | 19.03 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Farr 39 M L - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 51.91 ft - (15822 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.03 ft - (5800 mm) |
| Leech | * 54.49 ft - (16609 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 54.66 ft - (16660 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 493.44 ft² |
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Farr 39 M L - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 42.55 ft - (12969 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19 ft - (5791 mm) |
| Leech | * 37.6 ft - (11460 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.79 ft - (5118 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 357.09 ft² |
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Farr 39 M L - GENOA
| Luff | * 50.52 ft - (15398 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 23.3 ft - (7102 mm) |
| Leech | * 47.88 ft - (14594 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 21.9 ft - (6675 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 553.29 ft² |
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Farr 39 M L - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 50.52 ft - (15398 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 26.28 ft - (8010 mm) |
| Foot | * 26.28 ft - (8010 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 1128.52 ft² |
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