HUGHES 38-1 Detailed Review

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If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HUGHES 38-1. Built by Hughes Boat Works and designed by Sparkman & Stephens, the boat was first built in 1967. It has a hull type of Fin with rudder on skeg and LOA is 11.53. Its sail area/displacement ratio 17.23. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Universal, runs on Gas.

HUGHES 38-1 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HUGHES 38-1 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat Specifications

LOA:11.53 m / 37.83 ft

Rigging Type:Masthead Sloop

Hull Type:Fin with rudder on skeg

S.A. (reported):54.26 m² / 584.05 ft²

Draft (max):1.83 m / 6.00 ft

Displacement:5761 kg / 12700.82 lbs

Ballast:2767 kg / 6100.18 lbs

S.A./Disp.:17.23

Bal./Disp.:48.03

Disp./Len.:288.05

Construction:FG

Ballast Type:Lead

Last Built:1969

Designers:Sparkman & Stephens

LWL:8.23 m / 27.00 ft

Sail Boat Calculation

Definitions

Comfort Ratio:29.55

Capsize Screening Formula:1.75

Rig And Sail Specs

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I:13.26 m / 43.50 ft

S.A. Fore:11.95 m / 39.21 ft

E:4.18 m / 13.71 ft

S.A. Fore:29.3 m² / 315.38 ft²

S.A. Main:24.95 m² / 268.56 ft²

S.A. Total (100% Fore + Main Triangles)54.25 m² / 583.94 ft²

Auxillary Power Tank

Make:Universal

Type:Gas

Fuel:45 L / 11.89 gals

Accomodations

Water:151 L / 39.89 gals

Contributions

Builders:Hughes Boat Works

Designers:Sparkman & Stephens

FAQ

Who designed the HUGHES 38-1?

HUGHES 38-1 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens.

Who builds HUGHES 38-1?

HUGHES 38-1 is built by Hughes Boat Works.

When was HUGHES 38-1 first built?

HUGHES 38-1 was first built in 1967.

How long is HUGHES 38-1?

HUGHES 38-1 is 8.23 m in length.

What is mast height on HUGHES 38-1?

HUGHES 38-1 has a mast height of 11.95 m.