1981 Nordic 44

About This Vessel

This 1981 Nordic 44, measures 44 ft, and is located in Muskegon, Michigan, powered by Yanmar 4JH2E 50.00HP.

ALL NEW IN 2026 (more details below)• Newer Yanmar 4JH2E engine (2001)• Ullman Main Sail• 3 AGM Batteries• Cockpit enclosure• Electric Anchor Windlass• Davits and Motor Mount• Starlink Satellite• Electric Bilge Pump• TelevisionThe Nordic 44 is an American-built fiberglass masthead sloop designed by Robert Perry as a high-performance cruiser-racer. First launched in 1980 and produced through the 1980s, roughly 40 hulls were built. It is widely celebrated for its seaworthiness, balanced helm, and classic lines.Design and Performance• Deep fin keel with a skeg-hung rudder, moderate overhangs, and a well-balanced entry.• Fast, close-winded, and exceptionally stable in heavy weather, often described as handling like a "big pussycat".• Rich teak joinery, traditional teak-and-holly soles.• Deep, secure cockpit and heavy-duty deck hardware built for offshore blue-water cruising.The boat has an original plan with a rear cabin opening onto the companionway with its private bathroom, a large saloon isolated by a double door and a forward owner’s cabin also having its own bathroom. The dinette table in the salon can be converted into a large berth and the U-shaped kitchen is spacious and welcoming.ELECTRONICSRaymarine ST60 DepthRaymarine ST60 Log-SpeedRaymarine ST60 Wind Speed & DirectionFuruno GP-1650 (color) chartplotterRaymarine ST60 rudder indicatorRaymarine ST7001+ AutopilotRaymarine ST60 RadarIcom IC-M502 VHF radioRitchie compassRaytheon Raychart 350Starlink Satellite – mini (2026)Clarion M2455 StereoBose Speakers in Salon and CockpitInsignia Television (2026)Magnum AGM charger/inverterBatteries: 2 AGM Lifeline house (2026); 1 AGM start (2026)SAILS, DECK & COCKPITTraditional main and furling head sail140% Genoa by US SailNew Main Sail by Ullman Sails (2026) Lazy Jack system by US SailCode Zero (2008)Storm JibGennakerAsymmetrical Metric SpinnakerLewmar Electric Halyard Winch 12 voltBoom preventer/secondary vangMaxwell HRC-10 Electric Anchor Windlass (2026)Crane for outboard dinghy motor (2026)Custom made dinghy ladder hangs off the toe railWheel steeringCANVASNavy canvasDodgerBiminiConnectorFull cockpit enclosure (2026)Cockpit Cushions (custom fit)Winch coversBinnacle/Wheel coverHatch, rail and companionway coversGALLEY & INTERIORStainless steel double sinkHot/cold water pressurized water12 volt Refrigeration and freezerSharp R-55TS MicrowaveHillerange LPG 3-Burner Stove with Oven2 Manual Flush HeadsCabin screensManual Bilge PumpElectric High Bilge Diaphragm Pump (2026)Dinette Table Converts to BerthWebasto Diesel Heater (no air)MISCELLANEOUSNew Yanmar 4JH2E Engine (50 HP) Installed 2001 (replaced Westerbeke)1,259 Engine hoursLead keel - Fin with rudder on skeg Interlux Bottom Paint Renewed AnnuallySurvey Available from 20256 person, automatic inflatable life raft (age & condition unknown) . It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is