1976 Kelly Peterson 44

1976 Kelly-Peterson 44 – Legendary Bluewater Cruiser

The 1976 Kelly-Peterson 44 is widely regarded as one of the finest offshore cruising yachts ever built. Designed by the renowned Doug Peterson and constructed by Jack Kelly Yachts, the KP44 has earned an outstanding reputation among serious sailors for its exceptional seaworthiness, comfortable motion at sea, and timeless good looks. More than four decades after its introduction, the Kelly-Peterson 44 remains a favorite among circumnavigators and long-distance cruisers.

Her moderate-displacement hull, fin keel, and skeg-hung rudder provide an ideal balance of performance and offshore stability. The cutter rig offers outstanding versatility in all wind conditions, making the boat equally at home on coastal passages or extended ocean crossings. With a solid fiberglass hull, quality teak joinery, and proven construction, this yacht was built to go the distance.

Below deck, you'll find a warm and inviting handcrafted teak interior designed for comfortable liveaboard cruising. The spacious salon offers generous seating and storage, while the U-shaped galley is secure and functional underway. A dedicated navigation station, private aft owner's cabin, forward guest accommodations, and generous tankage provide the comfort and independence needed for extended cruising.

Whether your dream is exploring the Pacific Coast, cruising Mexico, crossing to Hawaii, or embarking on a circumnavigation, the Kelly-Peterson 44 has the pedigree to inspire confidence. Comfortable, dependable, and exceptionally capable, she represents one of the most respected blue water cruising designs ever produced.

Highlights

Rig Dimensions

Measurement Dimension

50.96 ft 

J17.58 ft

P45.33 ft

E14.62 ft

Working Sail  Area Approximately 780 sq ft

Estimated Forestay Length53.9 ft

48 VOLT BATTERY BANK

(2) NEW B&G ELECTRONICS W/FORWARD SCAN

AC/DC REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER EXTRA FOAM INSULATION

NORTHERN LIGHTS GENERATOR (NEEDS SERVICE)

MAXWELL WINDLASS (NOT INSTALLED)

CUSTOM DUEL BOW ROLLERS

65# CQR W/300' CHAIN

30GPH CRUISE WATER MAKER (NOT INSTALLED)

NEW WIND GENERATOR (NOT INSTALLED)

3 SOLOR PANELS ON CUSTOM STERN RADAR ARCH W/DINGY DAVITTS

NEW HOT WATER HEATER

DODGER

COCKPIT CUSHIONS

HARD VANG

ROLLER FURLING

REMOVABLE BABYSTAY

VHF

FRESHWATER H/C SHOWER AT AFT DECK

SALTWATER DECK WASHDOWN

NEW ELECTRICAL PANELS

PROPANE STOVE AND OVEN

PRESSURE HOT AND COLD WATER

DOUBLE SS SINKS

7 SHEET WINCHES (3 SELF TAILING)

RENOGY 48V SOLAR INVERTER CHARGER

BBQ

Interior Layout

Typical 1978 boats include:

• Large V-berth forward
• Forward head with separate shower
• Spacious main salon with opposing settees
• U-shaped galley
• Dedicated navigation station
• Quarter cabin aft
• Large cockpit with excellent offshore protection

Most interiors feature beautifully finished teak joinery, one of the hallmarks of Taiwanese yacht construction from this era.

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.