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Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)

Though the company was founded in the mid-19th century, the first yacht was built in 1934. The Moody 33 by Angus Primrose in 1972 was first production yacht developed jointly between A.H. Moody & Son Ltd, Southampton and Princess Yachts International (Formerly Marine Projects). It was an immediate success and the MOODY brand was born. Moody has a long earned reputation among experienced sailors for construction quality and seaworthiness. More than 4,500 Moody Yachts have been delivered both in the United Kingdom and throughout the World. In the 21st century the brand has undergone a number of changes in ownership. In 2007, The Moody name was purchased by Hanse Yachts.

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55 sailboats built by Moody Yachts (A. H. Moody & Sons)

Moody 33 Eclipse

Moody 33 MKII

Moody 40 (Primrose)

Salmo Salar

Moody 40 (dixon), moody 43 eclipse.

Moody Carbineer 44

Moody Halberdier 36

Brittany Class

Moody Cavalier 36

Moody Grenadier 119

Moody Grenadier 134

Moody 31 MKI

Moody 62 DS

Moody 33 mki, moody 38 eclipse.

Moody 45 DS

Moody 41 Classic

Moody 31 MKII

Moody 45 classic, moody excel 34.

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Moody Yachts – a short history

One of the oldest sailing yacht brands in the world.

With a history stretching back almost 200 years, MOODY yachts is one of the oldest sailing brands in the world. Comfort, uncompromising seagoing capabilities, excellence in design and manufacture, an exemplary culture of shipbuilding and durability – these are the values that this classic yacht brand has embodied since 1827.

With renowned yacht architects such as Laurent Giles, Angus Primrose and Bill Dixon on board, the shipyard grew into a leading European sailing yacht manufacturer.

The ethos of Moody Yachts has remained unchanged for many years.  Exceptional engineering, quality above everything else and a simple desire to be the best.

That is why experienced sailors hold MOODY yachts in the highest regards today.

Quality yacht leader since 1827

In 1827, John Moody set up a repair yard for fishing boats in Swanwick, near Southampton. He acquired a piece of land adjacent to the river and over the years the family acquired further parcels of land as the business expanded.

The fisherman’s outstanding reputation preceded him, with the condition of his own boat impressing his colleagues so much that they approached him with requests to service their trawlers. In addition to his repair services, he quickly began to build small dinghies. This laid the foundations for the company’s future endeavours in the construction of recreational boats.

MOODY started building yachts in 1935, the first being a model called the Vindilis, for Dr Harrison Butler a famous designer of small yachts. Harrison Butler, was so impressed that he commissioned Moody to build three more yachts. The Vindilis is still in existence, more than 80 years after it first took to water.

MOODY continued building yachts until the Second World War when the company undertook Admiralty work. During the war they built small launches, landing craft and Harbour Defence Motor Launches up to 72ft and refitted over 2,000 vessels. At this time the number of employees increased from 150 to 200.

After the war MOODY continued to build wooden boats including designs by Laurent Giles.

In 1965 MOODY won the coveted Best Boat at the London Boat Show. This was one of many industry awards over the years.

MOODY had started to build GRP boats in 1965 and continued until 1989. These were designed by internationally renowned yacht designers, such as Laurent Giles, Angus Primrose and Bill Dixon. MOODY did not mould the hulls itself but assembled and fitted out its Moody range of boats at Swanwick. Moody built its marina in phases and the first phase was completed and opened in 1968.

During the 1960’s MOODY achieved cult status throughout Europe thanks to two key developments. MOODY was quick to recognise the potential for the newly developing composite markets and the use of GRP (glass fibre reinforced plastic) and the Solar 40 was the first GRP yacht to be produced by the brand.

In 1969, MOODY unveiled its first deck saloon yacht – a vessel designed for cruising sailors, delivering levels of comfort never seen before. The Carbineer 46 offered the kind of luxurious sense of space and comfort that could previously be found only on catamarans and heralded the development, construction and sale of deck saloon yachts – a tradition that MOODY continues to this day.

In 1973 MOODY and Marine Projects entered into an agreement to jointly develop a range of GRP sailing yachts. These yachts were marketed under the name Moody and completely built by Marine Projects, Plymouth.

Hanse Yachts AG acquires MOODY Yachts

In 2006 the owners of Moody Yachts ceased building and in 2007 the Hanse Yachts Group picked up the baton and continued the Moody name out of the factory in Greifswald, Germany.

Moody Yachts may look different from the original 1935 model; however, they continue to lead the way with their fusion of classic and modern yacht design.

MOODY Yacht Range today

MOODY’s range encompasses four models –

• MOODY Deck Saloon 41
• MOODY Deck Saloon 45
• MOODY Deck Saloon 54
• MOODY Aft Cockpit 41

The MOODY DS41 is the newest yacht to the range and complements the two highly successful deck saloon yachts, the MOODY DS45 and MOODY DS54, which won first prize in the 2015 Adriatic Boat of the Year competition.

As an aft cockpit yacht, the MOODY AC41 occupies a special place in the market.

Drag Reducing Propellers FOR Moody Yachts

Darglow have supplied drag reducing props for a number of models in the MOODY yacht range. We keep an expanding database of technical information on many of our installations along with feedback from our customers.

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Rope Cutters for Moody Yachts

We have supplied rope cutters for various boats in the Moody yacht range. We keep a database of technical information on many of our installations along with feedback from our customers.

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Posted on Friday, May 28th, 2021

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Moody 36 MkII: a centre-cockpit cruiser that’s practical and fun

• Duncan Kent
• June 17, 2021

The build quality, comfort and seaworthiness of the Moody 36 MkII makes her a popular family cruiser, as Duncan Kent discovers

The Moody 36's excellent balance means there is little or no weather helm. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

Product Overview

Manufacturer:.

The Bill Dixon-designed Moody 36 combines practicality, comfort, sea kindliness and high-quality build, making her an ideal cruising yacht.

The Moody 36 MkII might be described as a family coastal cruiser, but she has a performance not previously seen in Moody’s centre-cockpit range of yachts and is easily seaworthy enough to cross oceans – as many have.

A development of his earlier 35, the Moody 36 MkII had a slightly slimmer hull and longer waterline, which resulted in a noticeably quicker and better-balanced boat.

Though most owners buy Moodys for the considerable comforts they offer, they were meticulously constructed and have excellent sea-keeping abilities too.

Design and construction of the Moody 36 MkII

The Moody 36’s near-plumb stem, attractive retroussé stern and pleasantly rising sheer line with teak-capped bulwark give her a classy, yet modern look.

She carries maximum beam a long way aft, providing sufficient internal space for her trademark roomy aftercabin and offering way more useful stowage than is available in many of today’s popular cruising yachts.

Built at Marine Projects in Plymouth (now Princess Yachts), a total of 118 Moody 36 MkIIs were constructed to Lloyd’s 100A1 yardstick.

Hulls were laid up by hand, using mat and woven rovings with waterproof isophthalic resins.

Owners of the Moody 36 MkII could choose between a bilge, shoal or deep fin keel. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

They were stiffened with balsa-cored frames and stringers, and finished with bonded floors and bulkheads for additional strength.

The deck is balsa-cored, but with hefty plywood backing plates laminated in under winches and deck gear.

Finally, the hull-deck joint was through-bolted and then bonded over, before being capped with smart teak.

A choice of bilge, shoal (bulbed) or deep-fin keels was offered and her large, semi-balanced rudder is supported by a half-skeg, making her more resistant to steering damage from floating debris and stray lines.

Some sailors like centre cockpits, some don’t.

They tend to be a little small compared to aft cockpit boats but many owners prefer being high above the sea and love the extra-large aft cabin it enables.

Downsides include more movement in rolly seas, a higher boom and centre of effort on the main, and poor visibility ahead to leeward with the genoa unfurled.

The cockpit layout is straightforward, with all sail controls led aft through clutches on the coachroof.

The genoa winches are within reach of the helm, as is the mainsheet behind, making single-handing easy.

The large sprayhood provides good protection and easy access to the winches.

Continues below…

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A split backstay and wide rail gate give good access to the transom steps, although it lacks a deeper platform for deck showering and unloading the tender.

Her decks are wide and clear thanks to inboard chain plates and coachroof-mounted genoa tracks.

The foredeck is clutter-free and includes a deep chain locker with a windlass plinth.

Six large mooring cleats are mounted on the bulwarks, making them dead easy to access when coming alongside.

The decks continue all the way aft, where two deep lazarette lockers house most of the loose deck gear.

Below decks on the Moody 36 MkII

Because of the centre cockpit, the companionway ladder is necessarily tall and steep.

The saloon is spacious, warm and cosy with plenty of nicely finished solid wood trims.

Headroom is just over 1.83m/6ft, but watch your head going aft through the corridor.

Set well forward, the saloon is slightly narrower than many, but well compensated for by placing the settees well outboard and making the overhead lockers fairly shallow.

The convertible, U-shaped port settee offers seating for six around the table while thick settee cushions and abundant teak joinery provide a luxurious ambience.

The saloon is cosy and six can eat around the table. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

The dropleaf table doesn’t have a fiddled centre, which is irritating, but does have excellent bottle and glass drawers.

A small step down improves headroom in the forecabin, which contains a decent vee berth with reasonable floor space.

There is ample stowage under the berth, as well as two hanging lockers with shelves, plus a further six lockers above the berth and a large forehatch.

Moving aft, the L-shaped galley is well-equipped, but arranged a little awkwardly.

The worktop area is generous, especially with cooker and sink covers in place, but having the cooker under the cockpit sole limits both light and ventilation.

Both the cooker and fridge are large and there’s storage galore for food, crockery and pans.

The nav station has a forward facing chart table. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

Behind the companionway steps is a central ‘pod’ that provides extra worktop and stowage, as well as housing the fuel tank, battery switches and washboards.

Opposite is a well-appointed nav station with large, forward-facing chart table, its own seat, a comprehensive electrical panel, and plenty of room for nav instruments.

Two corridors lead aft. The starboard one contains a single bunk; the port corridor houses the head, also accessible from the aft cabin.

There’s plenty of elbow room and a separate shower but headroom in the heads is only 5ft 10in.

It’s well organised with good stowage, a large hatch, and a deep sink.

The L-shaped galley has plenty of workspace. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

The spacious master suite aft has always been a popular feature with any centre-cockpit Moody.

Although only 1.83m/6ft long, the Moody 36’s centrally-mounted berth is a luxurious 1.40m/5ft 4in wide.

Headroom is limited to 1.75m/5ft 9in, but the cabin boasts a wealth of stowage plus a dressing table.

Natural light is surprisingly good, with a large overhead hatch, opening side ports and a portlight above the bed head.

Access to the 40hp Volvo diesel engine beneath the cockpit is particularly good, thanks to all-round removable panels, and the steering gear is easily reached under the aft bunk.

Both water and fuel tanks are a good size for cruising too.

Rig and sailplan

The Moody 36 MkII is masthead-rigged with a thick-sectioned, well-supported twin-spreader Seldén mast, boom and gas-sprung kicker.

A triple-reefed, semi-battened mainsail was standard, with luff and leach reefing lines for the first two leading into the cockpit.

The standard headsail was a 125% furling genoa with coachroof-mounted tracks, giving a tight sheeting angle for increased pointing ability.

With the exception, maybe, of the ‘S’ models (31S & 38S), which are reasonably swift, Dixon’s CC Moodys are steady cruisers with conservative sail plans.

All are capable of a respectable pace in open seas, however, where they offer a particularly sea-kindly motion.

Thanks to the inboard genoa tracks they are also pretty close-winded, but they will lose speed rapidly if pinched too tight.

Her fastest point of sail is 50° off the apparent wind, when she surges forward relentlessly, almost oblivious of the sea state.

Control lines on the Moody 36 MkII lead to the cockpit making sailing solo easy. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

The Moody 36 MkII is simple to sail single-handedly, with all the sail controls within easy reach of the wheel, and her excellent balance results in little or no weather helm.

She also boasts a healthy 35% ballast ratio and even with the shoal draft keel she is reassuringly stiff thanks to her weighty ballast bulb.

On a reach with a fair breeze she will easily average between 6.5-7.5 knots in all but the choppiest conditions.

Downwind, she requires a good size spinnaker or chute to keep her flying.

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Owners experiences of the Moody 36 MkII

S/y cantata (2000).

Cantata is well equipped including new sails. Credit: Dick Holness

Dick and Angela Holness bought bilge-keeled Cantata in 2015 to replace their Moody S31, primarily for the extra accommodation.

She came pretty standard but since buying her they have carried out myriad upgrades, including new instruments, AIS, MFD, Navtex and VHF extension, now all networked via NMEA2000.

They have also added new batteries with a monitor, gas alarm, sound system, electric windlass, kicker strut, Autoprop, solar panels, electric toilet and new sails, which must make her one of the best-equipped Moody 36s around!

Asked if they’d had any problems, Dick says: ‘One fault at purchase was a leaking rudder stock housing, apparently a common problem on these boats and something I found I could largely fix myself. Also, some 36s, including mine, had a particular type of stanchion fixing through the toe rail that made them prone to leaks.’

Dick, who is co-author of the East Coast Pilot , started sailing dinghies at the age of 12 and continued to race them for nearly 50 years.

He started cruising around 25 years ago and has owned a Hunter Horizon 26, Sadler 29 and the Moody S31.

Based on the River Swale in Kent, Dick and Angela sail predominantly up the East Coast, with occasional trips across the Channel.

‘Under sail, Cantata is quite docile really and probably under-canvassed,’ says Dick.

‘She’s not good in light airs, being quite heavy, but her sea-going qualities are impressive if we get caught out in worse conditions than expected. With 15-20 knots on the beam, though, she gallops along with a smooth, easy motion.

‘Although I occasionally single-hand, Angela and I usually sail together, which is reasonably easy, although as we get creakier, I confess to doing rather more “genoa only” sailing than we used to. However, the change to a fully battened main has made life a fair bit easier. I would guess that the majority of 36s have in-mast furling and, bearing in mind our age, perhaps it might have been wiser to have found one with it. Cantata is very seaworthy and hasn’t really got any vices, although her high freeboard can catch the wind when manoeuvring in marinas.

‘She is very comfortable for long periods on board as there’s bags of space. But if we were off long term, I would probably upgrade and better insulate the fridge, plus install dinghy davits. I haven’t fitted heating yet as it’s so difficult to retrofit hot air ducting.

‘We did a long cruise down the French Channel coast a few years ago. Both crossings of the Dover Strait were wilder than expected but the boat just coped with it all. And with only 1.2m draught she’s a very capable ditch-crawler.’

S/Y Ellen Marvel (1998, HN 61)

John and Lesley Oldham regularly cruise the West Country and France. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

John and Lesley Oldham, 73, have owned the shoal-keeled Ellen Marvel for 19 years.

‘Being the show boat at Ijmuiden, she already had a high specification, including leather upholstery and extra opening portlights, but the first owner also had heating and a bow thruster installed.

‘Our first successful improvement was to remake the aft cabin berth with a deeper mattress and underlaying slats. Venturing outside to secure the gas also became tedious, so we fitted an electric valve/sensor. I also replaced the fridge with a modern 12V model and installed a holding tank. Finally, we increased the battery capacity and included a larger shore power charger, smart alternator regulator and a galvanic isolator.

‘We fitted a Bruntons Autoprop early on, which increased our sailing speed by between 0.5 to 1.0 knot. Later we added a rod kicker with the control line led aft. We also replaced the manual windlass with an electric one and moved it forward to help prevent the chain bunching up. Our most recent upgrade has been to fit dinghy davits.

‘The instrumentation has been upgraded with a Raymarine chart plotter in the cockpit, Quantum radar, AIS700, an Icom DSC VHF and an ICS Nav6plus Navtex and instrument repeater. Plus, we now have an internal Wi-Fi network with router for marina Wi-Fi.

‘We’ve had a few faults, but not many. The pressure relief valve on the hot water tank often discharged into the bilge, which we corrected by fitting an expansion tank, and a persistent leak into the forepeak underfloor was eventually diagnosed as anchor locker drain failure.

‘The original genoa was poorly cut and the positioning of the shrouds and track prevented her from being sailed close-hauled. The original sailmakers had compensated with a belly in the foot but our new sail corrected much of this with a higher-cut clew.’

John and Lesley began sailing by taking flotilla holidays in their early 40s and soon decided to get their own boat.

They bought a new Moody S31 but soon found it too small for their needs as impending retirement, with the option of longer cruises, loomed.

‘We sail regularly as a couple, though often we sail in company with friends in their own boats. We are mainly day sailors with a penchant for overnighting in marinas. With days to spare and a fair forecast, we cruise the south-west coast from our base in Plymouth. For our main holiday we prefer the Channel Islands, Western Normandy and North or South Brittany.

‘Under sail she is not the most close-winded but on a fetch or beam reach she is delightful. On a very broad reach the genoa becomes blanketed by the main so we switch to a poled-out cruising chute. Our new mainsail is fully battened, loose footed and has a decent roach, which makes it much more powerful than the original and consequently requires reefing earlier. The two of us handle her easily as the mainsheet is within reach of the helm and all lines are led back. The stack pack also helps, as does the autopilot.’

What the experts say about the Moody 36 MkII

Nick Vass B,Sc B,Ed HND FRINA MCMS DipMarSur YS, Marine Surveyor www.omega-yachtservices.co.uk

The later Moody 36, built by Marine Projects in Plymouth, is a contemporary-looking yacht that has stood the test of time.

During surveys I have found fairly large blisters on the topsides on several boats, mainly around the portside anchor locker drain but these are from delamination rather than osmosis.

I have concluded that water has entered through the drain hole and saturated the plywood stiffeners that protect the hull from the anchor chain.

The area then stays wet and might delaminate.

My advice has been to keep the anchor locker drain holes free of debris, only have chain in the locker and no other clutter, and paint the area around the drain hole with epoxy to prevent water ingress.

Keel bolts are also a concern on the Moody 36.

Moody used high-tensile steel studs, nuts and backing plates rather than stainless steel.

Although high-tensile steel is stronger than stainless, it rusts, so it’s a good idea to keep the bilge dry and paint the exposed parts of the studs, nuts and backing plates to keep them rust-free.

Rather than using real teak slats, Moody used teak veneer on plywood for deck and cockpit seat coverings, which quickly delaminated.

Fortunately, most did not have it on the decks.

Most Moody 36s I have surveyed have had Volvo Penta MD2040B engines, which are more robust than their D1-40 successor.

However, they do suffer from limescale build-up in the coolant system and their iron castings can become porous.

Check the engine for signs of overheating and get an engineer to take the cover off the heat exchanger.

The exhaust elbow will need to be replaced every 10 years or so, too, as they clog up.

The saildrive diaphragm seal will likely have been replaced several times by now, even on a late example.

Check the service history to make sure that the seal has been replaced, as it can be costly.

There should be a date stamp on the seal but it’s sometimes hard to see.

Ben Sutcliffe-Davies, Marine Surveyor and full member of the Yacht Brokers Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) www.bensutcliffemarine.co.uk

I’ve surveyed many Moodys over the years and they do sell quickly on the second-hand market, but it is essential to look carefully at them before purchase.

Check the ply-faced teak in the cockpit.

This material was popular with many boat builders during the 1990s and 2000s.

On most of the boats I’ve surveyed over the last eight years, the ply-faced teak has needed replacing.

Nick mentions the keel bolts being high- tensile; I, in many ways, prefer the reliability over stainless but it is essential to keep an eye on the fastenings.

This can be difficult on the bilge-keel version due to the water tanks under the side berths!

The main cap chain plate anchorage within the saloon is impossible to inspect with the fitted internal joinery.

This is a concern especially if high moisture is identified on the side decks in that area and the covers are wet internally.

Many owners have cut small inspection hatches in the sides of the covers.

I am aware of at least two failures of the chain plates after the fastenings behind these panels failed.

The rudder is supported by a substantial skeg and I have had several experiences of very high moisture in both the blade and the skeg around the support shoe where fastenings have loosened over time.

Alternatives to the Moody 36 MkII to consider

Island packet 370.

A Yamnar 4JH3BE 56hp engine came as standard. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

Florida-built Island Packets were constructed to a high specification and supplied with a substantial inventory.

Although the 370 has high topsides and a tall coachroof, her pleasant sheer line lends her a well-balanced look.

Construction was meticulous, using vinylester resin infusion, tri-axial weave glass and PolyClad2 foam, finished with an ultra-high gloss Durashield gelcoat.

The hull/deck join is through-bolted and bonded and she has a full-length shallow keel with encapsulated lead ballast and a deep rudder, connected to the keel at the foot.

A deep companionway descends into a cosy, bright saloon.

The table folds away against the main bulkhead, hiding a comprehensive drinks cabinet, and all cabinetry work is top quality.

The settees make good berths, the port side converting to a double by sliding out an extension board.

Stowage is plentiful as the 600-litre freshwater tank sits beneath the saloon sole and ventilation is ample through the 11 opening portlights.

Her superb galley houses a huge fridge, full-size cooker, microwave, water filter, twin sinks and copious stowage.

The aft quarters contain an offset double berth and a nav station/chart table, with a removable bulkhead panel dividing it from the saloon.

Side decks are well protected by the high coachroof. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

The forecabin features a roomy island berth and en suite heads with shower stall.

The cockpit is well organised with wide coamings incorporating rope lockers.

The steering pedestal supports a table and a stout grab bar, and a high bridge deck and two 50mm/2in drains prevent water collecting.

Under the aft seats are deep stowage lockers.

Her decks are snag-free with shrouds and tracks terminating on the teak-capped bulwarks.

On the foredeck are twin rollers and chain lockers.

Her masthead rig is keel-stepped with single, straight spreaders and forward/aft lowers, with single chain plates.

The cutter-rig model has a self-tacking staysail with boom and a 110% high-cut genoa/yankee.

Although the headsail winches are near the helm, the mainsheet and all other sail controls are on the coachroof.

Under power she has plenty of grunt but like all long-keelers takes her time making directional alterations so a bow thruster is worth having.

The Maxi 1100 has a spacious and deep aft cockpit. Credit: Tom Benn/[email protected]

The Maxi 1100 superseded the 1050, giving improved sailing performance and accommodation.

Designed by ex-Olympic racing helmsman, Pelle Petterson, she has a fine entry, near-plumb stem, shallow bilge and a retroussé transom.

In addition to being quite quick, Maxis were extremely well built.

The 1100 has a carbon-reinforced floor grid that dissipates the rig and keel loads.

Above the waterline, hull and deck are a Divinycell foam sandwich, encapsulated in a vinylester resin-infused, multi-weave skin.

A deep fin keel with a 2.4-tonne lead ballast bulb or an extended shoal fin were offered, both with a deep spade rudder.

She has a tall, keel-stepped mast with twin, swept spreaders.

Shrouds lead to a single inboard chainplate each side, connected to the hull frame.

A gas-sprung kicker and powerful backstay tensioner control the main, which is slab-reefed with lazy jacks.

A deep cockpit sports a big wheel, but the helm area is spacious, with foot supports and flat coaming seats.

Sail controls are led aft.

Coachroof-mounted jib tracks keep the sidedecks clear but the handrails are too short.

Her foredeck sports a short bow-plank and a deep anchor locker with windlass.

The long, straight saloon settees provide room for six to dine comfortably around the sturdy, well-fiddled table.

Her large aft cabin has a roomy double berth, beneath which are the water tank and batteries.

The forecabin is quite spacious too.

Under sail she’s fast, stiff and easy to handle, with a light, positive helm. She tacks rapidly and effortlessly, and her large wheel enables the helm to sit out with the mainsheet to hand and a clear view forward.

The Sunbeam 37 holds it price due to its high build quality. Credit: Sunbeam Yachts

Built in Austria by Schochl Yachtbau and designed by J&J to withstand the rigours of the North and Baltic Seas, the centre cockpit Sunbeam 37 was solidly constructed to a high standard, using top- quality materials and components.

They also featured a comprehensive standard inventory, which included a 55hp Yanmar 4JH3E marine diesel engine and encapsulated lead ballast.

She has timeless looks with a positive sheer and streamline superstructure.

All had teak-capped toe rails and many also had full teak decks.

Below, the beautifully crafted, dark mahogany interior gives her a warm atmosphere without being too gloomy.

The layout is similar to the Moody 36 MkII and the proportions are equally generous, especially in the aft owner’s cabin where her huge island double berth dominates and the en suite heads are a real boon.

Duncan Kent is a technical writer for marine publications and websites

The forecabin is equally plush with plenty of stowage but has no en suite.

The later 37.1 model had an en suite head to port, in place of one of the tall hanging lockers.

She has a longitudinal galley, running aft along the corridor, that is well-equipped with bags of easily accessible stowage although, like the Moody, the far end is a little dark.

The forward-facing nav station has plenty of chart and instrument stowage.

Under sail, she is a powerful performer thanks to her generous sail plan.

With her deep, lead-ballasted fin keel and large, semi-balanced rudder she is stiff, quick and easy to manoeuvre, well-balanced and light on the helm.

The Sunbeam 37 tends to hold her price on the used boat market, easily as well as the most popular Swedish-built yachts.

Moody Unveils DS48: A New Dimension in Bluewater Yachting

Moody introduces the DS48 – a medium-sized bluewater yach t designed to meet the most discerning needs. Following the success of its predecessors, the award-winning DS41 and DS54, the DS48 continues the Mood y legacy with its expansive saloon offering a panoramic 360-degree view of the surroundings. Unique to Moody is the comfortable and secure walkaround deck with a high bulwark and fixed railing, providing a distinctive experience akin to a catamaran on a single hull.

Collaboratively designed with Bill Dixon and the Dixon Yacht Design team, the DS48 epitomizes the signature blend of volume and performance seen in the Moody DS range. This 48-foot gem promises the typical Moody ‘monomaran’ experience, ensuring a seamless transition between the generously protected cockpit and the deck saloon.

The interior is exceptionally spacious, a testament to the voluminous hull design. While offering a safe and comfortable sailing experience in all conditions, the DS48 stands out as a true owner’s boat for blue water sailing, boasting perfect sailing characteristics. Versatility is key, with numerous layout variations making it adaptable for various preferences and needs.

Moody DS48 Key Features

Hull: Composite bulkheads laminated to the hull guarantee maximum structural stability. The DS48 features a standard tunnel bow thruster with a holding function, complemented by an optional retractable stern thruster for precision in tight spaces. The large dinghy garage accommodates an inflatable boat up to 2.8 meters, with the optional Moody Smart Tender System making dinghy operations effortless.

Deck: The iconic Moody walkaround deck ensures exceptional safety at sea, featuring a high bulwark and fixed railing. The foredeck offers a spacious sun pad, and an optional dinette is available, complete with a table stowed in the separate sail locker. The floating roof, resting on sturdy aluminum supports, can be covered with solar panels for extended autonomy away from the harbor.

Rig: The high-performance rig with three pairs of spreaders and a sail area of up to 156 sqm ensures excellent sailing characteristics. An optional furling mast with a double forestay is available.

Cockpit: The openable soft top reveals two cockpit tables, ample seating areas, and additional seating options in the rear cockpit area. An optional wet bar at the stern with a barbecue grill, fridge, and sink enhances hospitality. Two large stowage lockers provide ample space for a long voyage. The elevated helmsman’s position offers an unobstructed view, and the bathing platform, accessed via a comfortable staircase, leads to the water through optional bathing stairs.

Deck Saloon: Seamlessly laminated safety glass windows in the saloon offer a 360-degree panoramic view. The spacious L-shaped galley features a three-burner gas cooktop, large worktop, and optional amenities such as a dishwasher and up to 380-liter refrigerator capacity.

Interior: The DS48 offers approximately 25% more interior space compared to a 58-foot yacht, thanks to the deck saloon overlapping with the aft cabin. Three cabins and up to three bathrooms with separate showers are possible, with the third cabin configurable as a multifunctional space. Abundant natural light in the saloon and cabins, coupled with a thoughtful ventilation concept, ensures a pleasant atmosphere throughout.

Starting at a base price of €864,900 plus VAT, the Moody DS48 will make the international debut at boot Dusseldorf 2024 (20-28 January).

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Designed to Explore

The ethos of Moody Yachts has remained unchanged for many years.  Exceptional engineering, quality above everything else and a simple desire to be the best.

Whether you intend to point your Moody at the horizon and explore what the world's oceans have to offer or simply enjoy time aboard with family and friends, you can be confident that your Moody has been engineered to look after you.

Safety & Strength

As soon as you start to consider a new Yacht, safety has to come first.  With a Moody, you will notice the deep bulwarks, solid guardrails, protected helm positions and many other aspects designed to put your safety first.

The hull is re-enforced with a huge structural subframe to spread the keel and rig loads safely.  The substantial hull to deck joint adds significant strength, which twinned with structural bulkheads create a yacht you can rely on when the going gets tough.

Comfort & Luxury

Spending time onboard should feel as homely as possible and the designers at Moody have left no stone unturned to achieve this.

Spacious cabins, abundant storage, light, ventilation, quality fittings and effective systems aboard a Moody mean that your time cruising will feel second nature.

The luxury that comes from the quality materials and finishings, just complete the experience.

Deck Saloon Living

A number of yachts profess to be deck saloons but very few truly are.

A real deck saloon offers a full 360-degree panoramic view from the saloon.  You can't underestimate just how valuable this is, whether the weather is inclement or simply too hot!

The ability to fully enjoy the beautiful surroundings from the comfort of the saloon, adds a dimension to your time aboard, which is impossible to quantify.

Craftsmanship

You choose a prestige car because not only does it transport you to where you want to go but it does so in such a way that you feel special, everything you touch and feel exudes quality and a Moody is the same.

Beautifully crafted woodwork, rich materials, and attention to detail that is only possible when you put it above everything else.

Genuine luxury achieved.

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Moody   Premium blue water sailing yachts

One hundred and fifty years of experience, coupled with unmatched excellence in design and manufacturing. It is qualities like these that have made Moody one of the most illustrious names in the sailing yacht industry. The company has developed an exemplary boatbuilding culture over many generations, culminating in its current range of deck saloon yachts.

Moody yachts at a glance   Yachts to suit every lifestyle

Moody yachts are synonymous with sophisticated luxury on the high seas. Whether you prefer the globally unique deck saloon concept or the revived classic sailing tradition of the Aft Cockpit design. All Moody boats are easy to sail, uncompromisingly seaworthy and built to last, so much so that you will want to embark on voyage after voyage.

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Decksaloon 45, decksaloon 48, decksaloon 54, presented just for you   your dream moody.

We cordially invite you to your own custom boat show on the yacht of your dreams. Your Moody dealer looks forward to meeting you. They will arrange for an exclusive presentation on the Moody model of your choosing and explain all of the details on and below deck. This personal appointment means no time constraints, no crowds, and it complies with all health and safety rules. Schedule your exclusive consultation today and get ready for an exciting presentation!

Customize your Moody yacht   Give it some of your own character

Just as your home is a reflection of your personality, so the design of your yacht is an expression of your lifestyle. Fashion the interior from a choice of exquisite materials in a range of elegant colours. Pinpoint your yacht's sailing characteristics, from the sailcloth right down to the keel shape. Configure your onboard equipment – including the engine, sound system and navigation instruments. Our range of customizable equipment and features means that your Moody yacht will be tailor-made to your exact specifications.

MyMoody Safety Cloud 

Yachts built with cloud technology for better service and maximum safety .

Moody yachts combine elegance, speed, safety and state-of-the-art navigation electronics. With the MyMoody Safety Cloud, Moody remains true to its motto and sets new standards.

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Moody excellence   Our philosophy

If you are seeking safe, swift and satisfying sailing, Moody is your first port of call. From weekend trips to adventures on the high seas, even the company's early models were renowned for their superior seaworthiness. Our current range of yachts combines this heritage with a number of additional sought-after qualities, including state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, high-tech digital system controls and cutting-edge navigation electronics.

Living on one level   & luxurious comfort

Easy handling &   perfect control, safety   & seaworthiness, handcrafted quality   & high tech.

The spaciousness of a deck saloon yacht, the open-air expanse of an Aft Cockpit model – both Moody concepts conjure up a magical sensation of freedom and leisure. This attitude to life is rounded off by highly exclusive onboard luxury features.

On long voyages, you will want to set sail with a small and committed crew. That's why we make sure that your Moody vessel comes equipped with every conceivable mechanical and electronic aid to allow you to cross the oceans effortlessly with just a few crew members.

A firm and secure footing across every inch of the deck is as integral a feature of every Moody vessel as a solid hull construction. Even children and pets will be able to enjoy the delights of blue-water sailing.

Computer-assisted systems are used to generate a precision finish for designs shaped accurately right down to the millimetre. But for all that, the company still relies on the workmanship of skilled boatbuilders – as it did 100 years ago. After all, devotion and experience are crucial to the result.

Moody boat shows   Come visit us in person

There's nothing more impressive than seeing a Moody boat close up. Make an appointment and come aboard at one of our next boat shows.

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Moody builds deck saloon yachts that are unique in the world today, inspired by the quality ideals of its founders.

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