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The Olson 40 was introduced in 1982 by Pacific Yachts for long distance and live-aboard sailors as a fast, stable, comfortable cruising yacht.

It is believed that 29 hulls are in existence. If you own one, please contact us to add to the database below.

Link to: Olson 40 Email @ Sailpix

Hull Number Database: [01-10] [11-20] [21-29]
Boat Name Cross-Reference

History and Construction

Registration: Join the North American Olson ULDB Owners Association!

Benefits of joining the Association:

  • Promotion of the class at a local and regional level.
  • Listing on Olson 40 Database complete with personal vessel webpage.
  • Eligibility to vote and/or be elected to the Owners Association Executive.
  • Eligibility to vote on Association matters including the location and venue of regatta events.

Cost: $40 per year

To join the Owners Association and Olson 40 Database Webpage, click here

Specifications
LOA 40' 4 "
LWL 36' 0 "
Beam 11' 4 "
Dspl. 10,350 lbs.
Ballast: Fin 5,500 lbs

Draft: Fin

6' 6"
Sail Area (sq ft) Main + 100% F/T 714
Sail Area (sq ft) Spinnaker 1410
PHRF 53
MORC 40.0

Sail Dimensions

I =   51.21'
J =   15.75'
P =  44.21'
E =  14.30' 

Construction: Hull FG/Balsa
Construction: Deck FG/Balsa

Modified open-transom on "O'ffliction40" (Hull #010) See "History and Construction" page for more info.