Shipwrecked Catamaran FULL Tour (Dismasted & Nearly Sank!)
⚓ 1983 Baba 40 Sailboat Tour | Classic Bluewater Cruiser Walkthrough ⚓
(Interview video) https://youtu.be/JiKJF-b8LZo
Welcome aboard this full tour of SV Hornblower, a beautifully restored 1983 Baba. In this video, I take you on a full tour of the boat, inside and out, covering the deck layout, rigging, cockpit, interior, systems, and the craftsmanship that has made the Baba 40 such a respected cruising sailboat.
⛵ Sailboat Specifications & Overview
This catamaran is a well-balanced, performance-oriented cruising design built for speed, comfort, and shallow-water access.
Hull & Rig
Hull Type: Catamaran (Twin Keel)
Rigging: Fractional Sloop
Designer: Flahault / Nivelt
Builder: Fountaine Pajot (France)
Years Built: 1994–2001
Total Built: 211 boats
📏 Dimensions
Length Overall (LOA): 38.05 ft
Length at Waterline (LWL): 38.00 ft
Beam: 20.67 ft
Maximum Draft: 3.50 ft
Displacement: 12,320 lbs
⛵ Sail Plan & Performance
Sail Area (reported): 914 sq ft
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio: 27.51
Displacement / Length Ratio: 100.23
Keel Stability Parameter (KSP): 0.84
Mast Height from DWL: 56.58 ft
⚙️ Propulsion & Tankage
Engines: Twin Yanmar Diesel
Horsepower: 36 HP total
Fuel Capacity: 40 gallons
🛏️ Accommodations & Capacities
Water Capacity: 80 gallons
Four full cabins
💬 This catamaran design strikes a rare balance between performance cruising and comfortable liveaboard capability, making it a favorite among sailors looking for speed without sacrificing space or shallow-draft freedom.
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⚓ 1983 Baba 40 Sailboat Tour | Classic Bluewater Cruiser Walkthrough ⚓
(Interview video) https://youtu.be/JiKJF-b8LZo
Welcome aboard this full tour of SV Hornblower, a beautifully restored 1983 Baba. In this video, I take you on a full tour of the boat, inside and out, covering the deck layout, rigging, cockpit, interior, systems, and the craftsmanship that has made the Baba 40 such a respected cruising sailboat.
⛵ Sailboat Specifications & Overview
This catamaran is a well-balanced, performance-oriented cruising design built for speed, comfort, and shallow-water access.
Hull & Rig
Hull Type: Catamaran (Twin Keel)
Rigging: Fractional Sloop
Designer: Flahault / Nivelt
Builder: Fountaine Pajot (France)
Years Built: 1994–2001
Total Built: 211 boats
📏 Dimensions
Length Overall (LOA): 38.05 ft
Length at Waterline (LWL): 38.00 ft
Beam: 20.67 ft
Maximum Draft: 3.50 ft
Displacement: 12,320 lbs
⛵ Sail Plan & Performance
Sail Area (reported): 914 sq ft
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio: 27.51
Displacement / Length Ratio: 100.23
Keel Stability Parameter (KSP): 0.84
Mast Height from DWL: 56.58 ft
⚙️ Propulsion & Tankage
Engines: Twin Yanmar Diesel
Horsepower: 36 HP total
Fuel Capacity: 40 gallons
🛏️ Accommodations & Capacities
Water Capacity: 80 gallons
Four full cabins
💬 This catamaran design strikes a rare balance between performance cruising and comfortable liveaboard capability, making it a favorite among sailors looking for speed without sacrificing space or shallow-draft freedom.
_____________________________________________________________________________
🤜🏼Exclusive/early access & Help support my adventures:
https://www.patreon.com/adventuremandan
Business Inquires: [email protected]
🤜🏼Gear & Toys I Use:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6a799328?ref=ac_inf_tb_vh
Other Social Medias:
🤜🏼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventuremandan.life/
🤜🏼 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventureman_dan/
👋🏼New Here?!?👋🏼
Hello & welcome! I'm Daniel, aka "Adventureman Dan." I've been living on the edge, from one adventure to another for the past ten years. Starting in Central California with my first GoPro, through to SoCal, Baja, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Alaska, and throughout the whole USA. Then for the seven years on a 38' sailboat "Adventureborne." But now I'm starting a new chapter, which has opened my life up to unlimited possibilities of where I can go and what I can do!
Tune in every Sunday for new episodes, and join my Patreon community for early access, exclusive content & direct communication.
#sailboat #shipwreck #tour
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