Dufour 40E Performance

Main

Appendages
Keel : L-shaped keel (with bulb)
Category
Cruiser-racer sailboat
Construction
GRP (glass reinforced polyester): - Hull: Single skin bottom, sandwich sides and deck: PVC fiberglass polyester vacuum bagged - Deck: Sandwich Nomex fiberglass polyester (injection molding process)
Country
France
EC design category
A
First built hull
2010
Helm
Twin helm wheels
Hull type
Monohull
Last built hull
2017
Model
Dufour 40E Performance
Rudder
Single spade rudder
Sailboat builder
Dufour
Sailboat designer
Felci Yachts
Standard public price ex. VAT (indicative only)
About 171 000 € (2016)
Trailerable
No
Unsinkable
No

Dimensions

Ballast weight
2386.0
Beam
3.89
Draft
2.1
Hull length
11.99
Light displacement (MLC)
8525.0
Mast height from DWL
17.86
Overall length
12.35
Waterline length
10.76

Sails

Downwind sail area
161.0
E
5.46
Genoa area
43.3
I
14.65
J
4.2
Mainsail area
45.0
Mast configuration
Keel stepped mast
Number of levels of spreaders
2
P
14.35
Rigging type
Sloop Marconi 9/10
Rotating spars
No
Spars construction
Aluminum spars
Spreaders angle
Swept-back
Standing rigging
Dyform discontinuous
Symmetric spinnaker area
116.0
Upwind sail area
88.3

Engine

Engine(s)
1 inboard engine
Engine(s) power
40.0
Engines amount
1
Fuel tank capacity
200.0
Fuel type
Diesel

Performance

Ballast ratio
28.0
Critical hull speed
7.96
Displacement-length ratio (DLR)
194.0
Downwind sail area to displacement
38.58
Upwind sail area to displacement
21.16

Accomodation

Berth(s)
6
Berth(s) max
8
Cabin(s)
2
Cabin(s) max
3
Cockpit
Closing aft cockpit with opening system
Freshwater tank capacity
380
Head(s)
1
Head(s) max
2
Maximum headroom
1.95

Saloon

Maximum headroom
1.9

Fore_cabin

Berth length
2.0
Berth width
1.4

Aft_cabin

Berth length
2.0
Berth width
1.34
The Dufour 40E Performance is a sailing boat designed and manufactured by Dufour Yachts, a renowned French boat builder. It is part of the Performance range, which focuses on combining speed, comfort, and ease of handling.

The Dufour 40E Performance is a 40-foot (12.32 meters) yacht that offers a perfect balance between performance and cruising capabilities. It features a sleek and modern design, with clean lines and a spacious cockpit. The boat's hull is made of fiberglass, ensuring durability and strength.

One of the key features of the Dufour 40E Performance is its excellent sailing performance. It has a powerful sail plan, including a large mainsail and a genoa, which allows for efficient and fast sailing. The boat is designed to be easily handled by a small crew, with all control lines leading back to the cockpit, making it convenient for single-handed or short-handed sailing.

The interior of the Dufour 40E Performance is designed to provide comfort and functionality. It has a spacious and well-lit saloon, with ample seating and a dining area. The boat can accommodate up to 8 people, with three cabins and two bathrooms. The cabins are well-appointed and offer plenty of storage space.

The Dufour 40E Performance also offers various customization options, allowing owners to personalize their boat according to their preferences. This includes options for different wood finishes, upholstery choices, and additional equipment.

Overall, the Dufour 40E Performance is a high-performance sailing boat that combines speed, comfort, and ease of handling. It is suitable for both cruising and racing, making it a versatile choice for sailing enthusiasts.

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