🏆Editorial Pick
Best 40–45ft Sailboats of 2024
The 44 best sailboats between 40 and 45 feet for 2024. Premium bluewater-capable cruisers with generous accommodation, advanced sail plans, and serious offshore capability. Our editors evaluate each model on construction quality, systems integration, and long-distance cruising potential.
⛵44 yachts reviewed · 10 manufacturers
44 yachts reviewed
1
Arcona Yachts Arcona 435
2024LOA: 13.2m (43′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
2
Bowman Yachts Bowman 40
2024LOA: 12.2m (40′)
Beam: 3.66m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 8.2t
CutterFin keelFiberglass
3
Bavaria Yachts C42
2024LOA: 12.4m (41′)
Beam: 4.01m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.1t
SloopFin keel with L-shapeFiberglass
4
Catalina Yachts Catalina 425
2024LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 4.11m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 9.3t
SloopFin keel with wingFiberglass
5
Catalina Yachts Catalina 445
2024LOA: 13.4m (44′)
Beam: 4.19m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 10.0t
SloopFin keel with wingFiberglass
6
Dehler Dehler 42
2024LOA: 12.6m (41′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
7
Dufour Yachts Dufour 41
2024LOA: 12.5m (41′)
Beam: 4.00m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 7.4t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
8
Elan Yachts Elan E6
2024LOA: 13.1m (43′)
Beam: 4.10m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
9
Grand Soleil Grand Soleil 40
2024LOA: 12.2m (40′)
Beam: 3.80m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 7.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
10
Grand Soleil Grand Soleil 44
2024LOA: 13.3m (44′)
Beam: 4.05m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
11
Hallberg-Rassy Hallberg-Rassy 44
2024LOA: 13.5m (44′)
Beam: 4.02m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 10.2t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
12
Hanse Yachts Hanse 458
2024LOA: 13.6m (45′)
Beam: 4.30m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 10.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
13
Island Packet Island Packet 420
2024LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 4.11m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 6
Displacement: 9.0t
CutterFull keelFiberglass
14
Lagoon Lagoon 42
2024LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 7.70m
Cabins: 4
Berths: 10
Displacement: 11.2t
SloopDaggerboardsFiberglass
15
Moody Yachts Moody 41 AC
2024LOA: 12.5m (41′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 8.5t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
16
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
2024LOA: 12.4m (41′)
Beam: 3.92m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 7.4t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
17
Sunbeam Yachts Sunbeam 44.1
2024LOA: 13.2m (43′)
Beam: 4.10m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 9.0t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
18
Allures Yachting Allures 40.9
2023LOA: 12.3m (40′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 8.8t
CutterLifting keelAluminium
19
Contest Yachts Contest 42CS
2023LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 4.00m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 9.0t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
20
Delphia Yachts Delphia 40.3
2023LOA: 12.3m (41′)
Beam: 3.94m
Displacement: 0.0t
Sloop Marconi 9/10L-shaped keel (with bulb)GRP
21
Dragonfly Trimarans Dragonfly 40
2023LOA: 12.2m (40′)
Beam: 8.50m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 6
Displacement: 3.5t
SloopDaggerboardFiberglass
22
Dufour Yachts Dufour 40E
2023LOA: 12.3m (41′)
Beam: 3.89m
Displacement: 0.0t
Sloop Marconi 9/10L-shaped keel (with bulb)GRP
23
Elan Yachts Elan Impression 45.1
2023LOA: 13.5m (44′)
Beam: 4.22m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 9.2t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
24
Beneteau First 44
2023LOA: 13.3m (44′)
Beam: 4.14m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.5t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
25
Garcia Yachting Garcia Exploration 45
2023LOA: 13.7m (45′)
Beam: 4.20m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 11.0t
CutterLong keel with centerboardAluminium
26
Hunter Yachts Hunter 41
2023LOA: 12.5m (41′)
Beam: 4.01m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopWing keelFiberglass
27
J/Boats J/45
2023LOA: 13.7m (45′)
Beam: 4.15m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 9.0t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
28
Moody Yachts Moody 41
2023LOA: 12.5m (41′)
Beam: 4.10m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 8.5t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
29
Neel Trimarans Neel 43
2023LOA: 13.1m (43′)
Beam: 7.80m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 6.5t
SloopDaggerboardsFiberglass
30
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410
2023LOA: 12.4m (41′)
Beam: 4.05m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 7.6t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
31
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
2023LOA: 13.2m (43′)
Beam: 4.29m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.5t
SloopFin keelFiberglass
32
Vancouver (Northshore) Vancouver 42
2023LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 3.70m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 9.0t
CutterLong keelFiberglass
33
Wally Wally 45
2023LOA: 13.7m (45′)
Beam: 4.20m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 8.5t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
34
Wauquiez Wauquiez PS 42
2023LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 4.10m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 8.8t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
35
X-Yachts X41
2023LOA: 12.5m (41′)
Beam: 3.80m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 7.2t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
36
X-Yachts X4³
2023LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 3.90m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 7.8t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
37
X-Yachts Xc 45
2023LOA: 13.6m (44′)
Beam: 4.15m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 9.5t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
38
Arcona Yachts Arcona 410
2022LOA: 12.3m (40′)
Beam: 3.98m
Displacement: 0.0t
SloopEpoxy/GRP
39
Dufour Yachts Dufour 430 Grand Large
2022LOA: 12.8m (42′)
Beam: 4.20m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.4t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
40
Hanse Yachts Hanse 415
2022LOA: 12.4m (41′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 6
Displacement: 8.1t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
41
Swan (Nautor) Swan 43
2022LOA: 13.1m (43′)
Beam: 3.95m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 6
Displacement: 8.8t
SloopFin keel with bulbFiberglass
42
Wauquiez Wauquiez Amphitrite 43
2022LOA: 13.0m (43′)
Beam: 4.05m
Cabins: 2
Berths: 4
Displacement: 9.5t
CutterFin keelFiberglass
43
X-Yachts Xc 42
2022LOA: 12.7m (42′)
Beam: 4.05m
Displacement: 0.0t
SloopEpoxy/GRP
44
Bavaria Yachts Vision 42
2021LOA: 12.6m (41′)
Beam: 4.20m
Cabins: 3
Berths: 8
Displacement: 8.2t
SloopShoal draft keelFiberglass
Rankings are based on editorial review of 2024 models. Specifications may vary by year and region.
Our Editorial Take
The 40-45 foot segment represents the pinnacle of production cruiser design. These yachts are built for serious sailing — capable of crossing oceans in comfort while remaining manageable for a couple. Expect premium finishes, advanced navigation systems, and thoughtful storage throughout.
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