Moody 40 (Primrose)
Masthead Sloop · Fin w/spade rudder · 1978–1981
An Angus Primrose-designed masthead sloop featuring an expanded aft cabin and cockpit layout based on the Moody 39 hull
Designed by Angus Primrose, built by A. H. Moody.
Is it for you?
Character
Where this design lands on the numbers a shopper trusts — read straight from her own ratios.
A balanced, easily-driven cruiser — comfortable and forgiving for coastal work.
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Full specifications
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The family
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