Used Freedom 40 AC Sailboats for Sale

The Freedom 40 AC is a distinctive cruising sailboat that embodies a radical design philosophy focused on ease of handling and sailing purity. Launched in 1976, this forty-foot aft cockpit vessel quickly became an exemplar of the innovative unstayed mast concept championed by its founder and designer, Gary Hoyt. Built by the renowned Tillotson Pearson Inc. (TPI) in Rhode Island, the Freedom 40 AC distinguishes itself with its cat ketch rig and a design ethos that prioritizes simplified sailing for both solo endeavors and comfortable cruising. It holds a reputation as a robust and capable yacht, appealing to sailors who value performance, comfort, and minimal rigging complexity.