1979 Freedom 40 Cat-Ketch

S/V "Sophie" Overview

S/V "Sophie" is a distinctive and well-maintained blue water Ketch style monohull, cherished by her owner for the past 25 years. Designed by the innovative minds of Garry Hoyt and Ted Hood, the Freedom 40 was conceived with a focus on simplicity and ease of handling. Its shallow draft and ICW-friendly design make it perfect for various coastal cruising adventures or casual weekend sailing. Equipped with air conditioning in every cabin, "Sophie" ensures maximum comfort when dockside. Recent enhancements include $14,000 in upgrades, including a new bootstripe and bottom coat applied in March 2024, and the installation of a new 3-blade propeller, further improving her performance and readiness for the next voyage. Overall, the Freedom 40 Cat-Ketch exemplifies innovative design and practicality, making it a reliable and enjoyable vessel for both seasoned sailors and newcomers alike.

Exterior Features

• Large open cockpit which is great for multiple guests
• Open engine access
• Traditional Style booms
• T-Track
• Winches:
  • 1 Barlow 40TS
  • 1 Gibb TS; house
  • 1 Gibb TS
  • 1 SS Winch for Centerboard
• Cleats:
  • 8 HD Aluminum
  • 2 Stainless Steel
• Bimini Top & Dodger
• Windlass (Ideal Electric V2)
• Anchors:
  • Bruce 45lb & 35lb
  • 2x 100′ chain and 100′ Twisted nylon rod
  • Fortress FX-23
• Two re-painted, re-stepped masts (Keel stepped) (2008)
• Sails:
  • Main (Dacron) with sail and boom UV cover
  • Mizzen (Dacron) with sail and boom UV cover
  • 2 Spinnakers
• Bottom has multiyear multi coat bottom paint

Interior Layout

• Separate Aft Cabin with a large bed and a TV
• Forward Salon with a Galley, TV, and Nav Desk
• Forward V-Berth with a TV
• Head:
  • Stainless steel sink
  • Jabsco hand pump toilet
• 20g Holding tank

Galley

• 2 burner Force 10 gimballed propane stove
• Stainless steel sink with manual and automatic freshwater faucets
• Mica counter tops
• Sanyo fridge/freezer
• In-the-counter icebox
• Ample storage for goods and trash bin

Electrical

• 110v Electrical system:
  • Air Conditioner
  • Guest Charge Pro 10 Amp. battery charger
  • 110v outlets
• 12v:
  • 1 series 27 Battery
  • Fresh water pump
  • Inverter (700w West Marine)
  • Standard Horizon VHF
  • Depth Sounder (Unided digital)
  • Autopilot (Nav Net Wheel Pilot)
  • Garmin GPS Map 440s
  • JVC Stereo

Engine

Volvo Penta D2-55

1700hrs