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Il Pacific Seacraft 40, come la flotta lo ha visto
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The Pacific SEACRAFT 40 is a William Crealock-designed cutter-rigged sailboat, built by Pacific Seacraft from 1997 to the present, known for its ocean-crossing capabilities. With an LOA of 12.8 meters, a beam of 3.8 meters, and a displacement of 10886 kg, it features a fin keel with a rudder on a skeg.2:40 The design prioritizes sea-kindly performance over interior volume, offering a protected rudder and a deep-aperture propeller.3:15 Aboard *Sailing With Phoenix*, Oliver purchased a 1998 model for a solo, nonstop circumnavigation attempt, citing its reputation for ocean crossings.0:59 The interior includes a dedicated aft cabin, a functional galley with a three-burner Force 10 stove, and a separate shower stall.5:05 Oliver's experience sailing a different boat, *Phoenix*, around the Hawaiian Islands, including a challenging passage around South Point of the Big Island, influenced his decision to acquire the Pacific SEACRAFT 40.32:01 A 1997 model reviewed by *Practical Sailor* had a 24,000-pound displacement and 8,600 pounds of ballast, with a 25-year maintenance history, but required inspection of aging systems like standing rigging, engine hours, and battery capacity.11:05
