The Farr 40 One Design (OD) represents a seminal moment in the transition of grand-prix racing from complex, rating-rule-driven designs to a more accessible, "owner-driver" one-design format. Conceived by Farr Yacht Design and brought to market in 1997, the boat was engineered to offer high-performance racing without the logistical nightmares of running backstays or massive professional crews. Primarily built by Carroll Marine in Rhode Island and DK Yachts in Malaysia, the vessel was constructed using high-tech epoxy and E-glass composites, vacuum-bagged and oven-cured to ensure a rigid, lightweight platform that met the rigorous tolerances required for strict one-design competition. Over its production life, it became the gold standard for offshore and buoy racing, bridging the gap between small sportboats and 50-foot custom racers.
Used Farr 40 OD Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Farr
- Model
- 40 OD
- Builder
- Carroll Marine & others by license
- Designer
- Bruce Farr
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1997 - ??
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