Dufour 40
LOA
12.05m (39.5ft)
Beam
3.85m (12.6ft)
Displacement
7,800kg (17,196lbs)
Year
2007–2012
Manufacturer
Dufour
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.05 m | 39.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.55 m | 34.6 ft |
| Beam | 3.85 m | 12.6 ft |
| Draft | 1.95 m | 6.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.50 m | 54.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg | 17,196 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,400 kg | 5,291 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² | 732 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L | 42.3 gal |
| Water Capacity | 300 L | 79.3 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Umberto Felci | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.56
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
30.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.4
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Dufour 40
The Dufour 40 is a versatile cruising yacht with a hull optimized for speed and comfort. Her spacious three-cabin interior and well-designed cockpit make her ideal for family cruising.