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Mason 44 is a 43 ′ 11 ″ / 13.4 m monohull sailboat designed by Alvin Mason and built by Ta Shing Yacht Building Ltd. starting in 1985.
Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Updated version of MASON 43. Cutter or ketch. Cutter short rig: I: 48.50’ / 14.78m J: 17.80’ / 5.43m P: 42.30’ / 12.89m E: 18.40’ / 5.61m
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I don't know much about Masons, but I agree that Nordhavn (the manufacturer's powerboat line) are outstanding in quality, reputation and seaworthiness. They're built like tanks to the highest standard.
Mason's are well built, well designed, high quality boats. Hold their value as well. Kinda pricey tho, but you get what you pay for I guess.
Mason's are excellent boats but are all a bit older now and as with all such boats, teak decks, tanks, engine, systems etc. need to have been well maintained or replaced by now so you will see quite a bit of variation in pricing and value depending on the boat. The well kept ones are beautiful examples of classic lines and good sailing performance.
Beautiful boats, I was looking at the 43/44. The 43 all had teak decks whereas the 44 has either teak or fiberglass plus a nicer cockpit coaming (ergonomics). The 44 will be about 50k higher than the 43
I have often admired the Mason 53. The "little" Nordhavn 40 that completed the much touted zero-fault circumnavigation was actually built in the United States by Pacific Seacraft.
I am a huge fan of their boats... huge fan. My favorite is the 54, of course. The 44 aft berth would not work for me because of the kids, but might be great for others. Nothing negative to say about them. THere are newer models too too, but I have only been on the late 80's vintage. - CD
Yes, I saw that one on Yachtworld. I liked it a lot. Not sure how you can go wrong with one. Go around the world boat.and will easily island hop. They are a little tight around the belt for a liveaboard. If you are just in the islands, you do not need a Mason. You will get a lot more room on a Catalina or other production cruiser. However, the quality of those boats is hard to beat. We have one in our marina right now and she actually performs pretty well too. I am a fan of their boats, both sail and power. - CD
Masons were built by Ta Shing in Taiwan. The yard also made other contact boats such as the Taba and Tashiba in the past. There in yard line is the Taswells. They have currently sold the soul to PAE and are making the entire Nordhavn line. They will, however, still produce a 50 or 58 Taswell if you are not in a hurry to get it as their production line is at least one year behind orders. By the way, the Norhavn 40, built by Pacific Sea Craft, went out of production. This company has been in business since the 1940's. The Masons were well built, hold their price, but are not particularly fast. I currently own my second Taswell and have not seen its equal at twice its price.
This summer I got the chance to step on board a 96' Mason 44. The owner kept it in perfect shape and the boat looked like a 2006 and not a 1996. Anyway, I loved the lines of the boat and overall quality of everything on board. Its not the biggest 44 foot sailboat down below but I think its one of the nicest that I have ever been on. It just felt like a solid, well built boat that could take you anywhere.
I never realized that is was a bit narrow down below, thanks for the heads up.
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The lines of a Mason 44 are “classic and timeless” – her well documented sea kindly motion offers effortless blue water cruising. 180 Mason 43 and 44 were built – long keel with solid GRP hull construction makes a ‘bullet proof’ go anywhere sailing vessel. This example was imported into the UK in 2013 by the current owner with full UK VAT paid and CE certification in place. A MAJOR rebuild and refit included, new engine, generator, new electrical wiring, heating, hull paint, teak rub rails, refrigeration. More recent upgrades include a bow thruster, Raymarine, Force 10 cooker, gas pipes. In 2019 she had new standing rigging, new boom to suit a conventional slab reef main, new sails (main, yankee & staysail in Hydranet). Also new batteries in 2023. ‘Lyra May’ has never had teak decks! So…………she is quite special. Please call us for a copy of the high resolution pictures
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Basic specs..
The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season.
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The boat can only enter major marinas as the draft is about 1.95 - 2.05 meter (6.40 - 6.70 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.
Sailing characteristics
This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.
What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?
The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 7.5 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.
The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Mason 44 is about 240 kg/cm, alternatively 1348 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 240 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 1348 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.
Sailing statistics
This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.
What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?
Maintenance
When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 41m 2 (441 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.
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If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.
| Usage | Length | Diameter | ||
| Mainsail halyard | 36.5 m | (119.8 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
| Jib/genoa halyard | 36.5 m | (119.8 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
| Spinnaker halyard | 36.5 m | (119.8 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
| Jib sheet | 13.3 m | (43.8 feet) | 16 mm | (5/8 inch) |
| Genoa sheet | 13.3 m | (43.8 feet) | 16 mm | (5/8 inch) |
| Mainsheet | 33.4 m | (109.5 feet) | 16 mm | (5/8 inch) |
| Spinnaker sheet | 29.4 m | (96.4 feet) | 16 mm | (5/8 inch) |
| Cunningham | 5.6 m | (18.5 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
| Kickingstrap | 11.3 m | (37.0 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
| Clew-outhaul | 11.3 m | (37.0 feet) | 14 mm | (0.55 inch) |
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- The Robb Report April 1989 – “Building the Best Sailboat”
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- Cruising World Mason 43 Review by Joe Minick
- Inside The Mason 43- BWS Review
- Romancing the Stone
- Yachting Review of the Mason 43 Ketch
- Cruising World Review of M44 Centerboard
- Mason 43 and 44 Review
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Mason 44 manufacturer: mason designed by: al mason / jeff leishman.
| LOA | 43.92′ |
| LWL | 31.75′ |
| Beam | 12.25′ |
| Draft (Deep) | 6.25′ |
| Draft (Shoal) | — |
| Displacement | 27,400 lbs. |
| Ballast | 9,400 lbs. |
| Sail Area | 921.33 sq. ft. |
| Rig: I | 51′ |
| Rig: J | 17.8′ |
| Rig: E | 14.5′ |
| Rig: P | 43.8′ |
| Sail Area (Main) | 317.55 sq. ft. |
| Sail Area (100% Jib) | 453.9 sq. ft. |
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MASON 44 Detailed Review
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 MASON 44. Built by Ta Shing Yacht Building Ltd. and designed by Alvin Mason, the boat was first built in 1985. It has a hull type of Long Keel and LOA is 13.39. Its sail area/displacement ratio 16.28. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Perkins, runs on Diesel.
MASON 44 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 MASON 44 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.
Boat Information
Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, contributions, who designed the mason 44.
MASON 44 was designed by Alvin Mason.
Who builds MASON 44?
MASON 44 is built by Ta Shing Yacht Building Ltd..
When was MASON 44 first built?
MASON 44 was first built in 1985.
How long is MASON 44?
MASON 44 is 9.68 m in length.
What is mast height on MASON 44?
MASON 44 has a mast height of 13.35 m.
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Re: Sailing Experiences on Mason 43/44. Just in the process of finishing an around the Atlantic tour in the 2nd to the last Mason 44 built. Ran from Lake Superior to Halifax May/June of 2011, then Halifax to Ireland. Went up the west side of Ireland then to Scotland. Wintered the boat in Ardfern, Scotland.
Mason 43/44 Mason. 43/44Mason43/44Owners say this powerful, Taiwan built world cruiser carries Hinckley quality. t half the price.T he Mason 43 was introduced in 1978 by Pacific Asian Enterprises (PAE), a California based "developer" of Ta. wan-built yachts. The Mason 44 which uses the same hull but a different deck mold, appeared in 1985, and ...
Re: Brewer 44 vs Mason 44. Yes, the engine is in the bilge and changing the impeller is a pain. But at 18deg of heel, small craft warning mean good sailing for a both boats. The boat yard did an excellent job on the stainless and woodwork. I have never seen stainless as well polished on any other boat.
Re: Mason 44. I grew up cruising on a 43. We still own sea castle hull #1, she is berthed in Berkeley ca. They are great boats, I have a few issues with them compared to our hans but none are real deal breakers. You have to like sailing heeled over, lots of sail area so reef early with that huge boom!
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Mason 44 is a 43′ 11″ / 13.4 m monohull sailboat designed by Alvin Mason and built by Ta Shing Yacht Building Ltd. starting in 1985.
What do ya think about mason sailboats ? P.A.E. began by developing and building the highly renowned line of Mason sailboats. In fact, the yards that build P.A.E.'s Nordhavn power vessels are the same yards that build Mason sailboats. While it is true that the boating market has been much stronger in the powerboat segment during the past ten ...
Updated version of MASON 43. Cutter or ketch. Cutter short rig: I: 48.50′ / 14.78m J: 17.80′ / 5.43m P: 42.30′ / 12.89m E: 18.40′ / 5.61m
The lines of a Mason 44 are "classic and timeless" - her well documented sea kindly motion offers effortless blue water cruising. 180 Mason 43 and 44 were built - long keel with solid GRP hull construction makes a 'bullet proof' go anywhere sailing vessel. This example was imported into the UK in 2013 by the current owner with full UK VAT paid and ...
Greetings I am currently evaluating a Mason 44 as a possible liveaboard cruising boat for the ICW , Caribbean and possibly beyond. Unlike many other models of boats, there seems to be a dearth of
Specifications and Review of Mason 44 based on the boat's specifications and artificial intelligense.
That said, my Mason 44 packs 150 gallons and the 40ft (heavy displacement) yacht I sold five years ago boasted one glorious ton of the freshest. It was "fill-and-forget" with her.
Mason 54 Review. Mason Sailboats The Robb Report April 1989 - "Building the Best Sailboat" Mason 33 MASON 33 Review Mason 43 Mason 43 in Nautical Quarterly Cruising World Mason 43 Review by Joe Minick Inside The Mason 43- BWS Review Romancing the Stone Yachting Review of the Mason 43 Ketch Mason 44 Cruising World Review of M44….
Proven voyaging boats, used Mason 43s are good values for offshore sailors looking for style and comfort in the $120,000 range This winter marks the 20th an niversary of the design that became the Mason 43 and 18 years since the first 43 was in-troduced at the Long Beach California boat show. The de-sign, commissioned by Pacific Asian Enterprises and built by Ta Shing in Taiwan, has roots deep ...
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Mason Mason 44 < Return to Mason Mason 44 Manufacturer: Mason Designed by: Al Mason / Jeff Leishman LOA 43.92' LWL 31.75' Beam 12.25' Draft (Deep) 6.25' Draft (Shoal) -- Displacement 27,400 lbs.
1985 Mason 44. HIN: PAI44101H585; US Fed Doc ON: 903094; Hull/Sail # 101; First Mason 44 produced of a 69-hull production run, following an 83-hull production run of Mason 43's; Under current, active ownership for 17 years. Annual in-water season typically late May through late September
Boats.com. Mason 44 and Mason 43 Sailboat Reviews from leading sources.
An absolutely stunning yacht! There is a beautiful Mason 44 on Lake Texoma owned by an elderly couple that live-aboard part time. Both of them are in their late 70's and he singlehands her all time, matter of fact he was under stay sail with two reefs in 30 + knts last weekend. 01-04-2009, 20:32. # 7. watson1990.
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Join Date: Jan 2010. Location: Portland, Oregon, USA. Boat: 31' Cape George Cutter. Posts: 3,311. Re: Sailing Experiences on Mason 43/44. Friends of mine have had to swallow the hook for health reasons and their Mason is for sale, currently in Turkey. I can provide contacts for anyone interested.