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LITTLE HARBOR - 44 - For Sale

Discover the 44byLITTLE HARBOR— asail yachtset up as a refinedcruising sailboat, built withfiberglass constructionand a centerboard by designer Ted Hood. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a 44

If you value steady passagemaking around 7 knots, the simplicity of a single inboard diesel, and the handling benefits of a centerboard design, the 44is a compelling match. Its listed draft range and proven fiberglass build support confident coastal or offshore itineraries, while capacities are balanced for extended time aboard. Speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to match the44byLITTLE HARBORto your cruising plans.

Features of the Model

Centerboard configuration designed by Ted Hood for versatile handling

Single inboard Westerbeke diesel for efficient propulsion

Hull in fiberglass construction; deck in Fiberglass

Balanced cruising performance: 7 kn cruise, 7.75 kn max (8.06 mph / 8.92 mph)

Capacities set for extended passages: 185 gal water, 90 gal fuel

Practical dimensions: 44 ft LOA, 13 ft beam

Backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov for acquisition and support

Technical Specifications

Builder: LITTLE HARBOR

Model: 44

Designer: Ted Hood

Category: sail yacht; Segment:cruising sailboat

Hull: fiberglass construction; Deck: Fiberglass

Hull configuration: Centerboard

LOA: 44 ft (13.51 m)

Beam: 13 ft (4.17 m)

Draft (listed): 16.404 ft (5 m) min; 33.355 ft (10.1666 m) max

Cruising speed: 7 kn (8.06 mph)

Maximum speed: 7.75 kn (8.92 mph)

Gross tonnage: 13.7 GT

Engine: 1 × Westerbeke, Inboard, Diesel

Fuel capacity: 90 gal

Fresh water capacity: 185 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current availability, pricing, and to schedule an inspection of the 44byLITTLE HARBOR, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate viewings, documentation, and closing, and advise on surveys and logistics tailored to your itinerary.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 44? A: It’s asail yachtin thecruising sailboat categorywith afiberglass hullbuild and a centerboard designed by Ted Hood. This defines itstypeand intendedcruisingrole.

Q: What are the key dimensions and performance figures? A: The 44measures 44 ft (13.51 m) LOA with a 13 ft (4.17 m) beam. Listeddraftranges from 16.404 ft (5 m) to 33.355 ft (10.1666 m). Typicalcruising speedis 7 kn (8.06 mph), with about 7.75 kn (8.92 mph) maximum.

Q: What powers the yacht and what are the tank capacities? A: A single Westerbekeinboarddieselengine provides propulsion. Capacities include 90 galfueland 185 galfresh water.

Q: Who designed the hull and what is the configuration? A: The hull was designed by Ted Hoodand uses acenterboardconfiguration, paired with afiberglass constructionapproach for durability.

Q: How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Connect with Andrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales. We arrangeinspections, guide you through due diligence, negotiate terms, and managebrokeragedocumentation through to closing on the44.

Owner Experience Review

Owners who have put the 44byLITTLE HARBORinto real miles describe a boat built for distance and time aboard. A well-documented couple lived on one for six years while cruising the Caribbean and even up the Amazon, noting that the center-cockpit layout and generous tankage make two-person watches and long passages practical.

Underway, the 44is a heavy-displacement, sea-kindly cruiser that stays comfortable and steady in head seas. With the centerboard down it tracks well and points noticeably higher—effectively turning into a deep-keel performer at roughly ten feet of draft—while board up brings the draft to about five feet for Bahamas gunkholing and shallow anchorages; in very light air, owners tend to add specialty light-air sails to keep her moving.

On board, many center-cockpit boats carry a full-beam aft stateroom with a private head, and the solid-teak joinery with a roomy salon/galley earns frequent praise; as one long-term owner put it, "Atalanta was a nicer boat than average." The flip side is maintenance: the centerboard pivot pin, lifting pennant/cable, and trunk need periodic inspection (a telltale clunk when deploying suggests wear), exterior teak and teak decks demand vigilant care with surveys checking deck core and chainplate areas, and owners have discussed potential diesel intrusion near integral tanks and core; on older hulls, plan for the possibility of major refits over a long ownership horizon.

Pros and Cons

Sea-kindly motion and steady ride offshore support comfortable passagemaking.

Centerboard versatility: about five feet of draft board-up for shoal cruising and better pointing with the board down to roughly ten feet.

Liveaboard-friendly center-cockpit layout with a full-width aft stateroom, private head, and quality teak joinery.

Less lively in very light air and benefits from dedicated light-air sails.

Centerboard system (pivot pin, pennant/cable, trunk) requires regular inspection, with clunking on deployment indicating wear.

Extensive exterior teak and teak decks need ongoing care, and surveys should check for moisture or fuel intrusion near integral tanks and core areas.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
46	46' 0" (14.02 m)	13' 0" (4.17 m)	16' 11" (5.17 m) – 34' 12" (10.67 m)	-	-
38 Whisper Jet	38' 0" (11.58 m)	12' 0" (3.81 m)	6' 0" (1.83 m)	25 kn / 35 kn	-
Aft Cockpit LH42	42' 0" (12.80 m)	13' 0" (3.99 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m)	6.5 kn / 7 kn	-
44 WhisperJet	44' 0" (13.41 m)	13' 0" (4.14 m)	8' 2" (2.50 m)	22 kn / 24 kn	12.5
38 CB	38' 0" (11.58 m)	12' 0" (3.63 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m)	-	-
44	44' 0" (13.51 m)	13' 0" (4.17 m)	16' 5" (5 m) – 33' 4" (10.17 m)	7 kn / 7.75 kn	13.7
54	53' 0" (16.28 m)	15' 0" (4.57 m)	19' 8" (6 m) – 39' 4" (12 m)	-	22.3
63 Ketch	63' 0" (19.46 m)	17' 0" (5.26 m)	21' 1" (6.42 m) – 41' 0" (12.50 m)	-	35