Pacific 40

Description

The Pacific 40 by Ray Richards represents a moderate displacement cruising design from the Seattle-based naval architect who established his reputation with successful boats like the Ranger 20, Haida 26, and Pacific 30 (dating to 1962). Richards, who also designed several models for respected builder Cheoy Lee including the Offshore 38 and 41, created the Pacific 40 as a lighter alternative to heavy displacement offshore cruisers of the era. While specific construction history and production numbers aren't readily documented in standard databases, the design reflects Richards' philosophy of practical cruising boats that balance performance with seaworthiness. The Pacific 40 features moderate displacement construction at 9,300 pounds on a 39.92-foot hull, making it significantly lighter than contemporary heavy displacement designs, with a relatively shallow 4.83-foot draft that enhances versatility for coastal and inland cruising while maintaining offshore capability.