The visitors of this years edition of
boot Düsseldorf had a chance to get acquainted with the latest product from the prominent
Austrian shipyard Sunbeam. They presented
their first sailing yacht with an aft cockpit in the class of 40-footers -
the Sunbeam 40.1. The yacht is described as a
successful combination of
modern and
classic in terms of design and functional solutions. Additionally, the
production of the Sunbeam 40.1 is characterized by
precision and a
care for details. Her
sporty yet
elegant lines are the product of cooperation with the renowned
Slovenian J&J naval architects studio, which always guarantees a
high level of performances.
The emphasis on this yacht is given to her
generous aft cockpit and a
large folding swimming deck, equipped with a
folding ladder and
handrail.
Teak fittings are standard for the cockpit and the swimming deck, with a
large sundeck positioned between these two parts of the yacht. There are large
storage spaces under the cockpit seats and under the sundeck. The
twin wheel steering system offers a skipper two safe and handy helm positions from which the
mainsail sheet and
jib sheet can be easily handled. The
double-sided mainsail sheet is standard aboard the Sunbeam 40.1, while a
self-tacking jib is optional.
The
interior abounds with
natural light and
fresh air, thanks to a smart arrangement of windows and hatches. The interior layout is offered in
two or three cabin versions, while the front cabin can be equipped with a central island bed or with a V-berth and heads/shower compartment. In the aft section, there can be two double cabins or one aft cabin to port and a large walk-in storage to starboard.
Length overall of the Sunbeam 40.1 is 12.30 m and the
maximum beam is 3.99 m. The
draught can be 2.00 or 1.7 m, depending on the keel option. The
total sailing area consists of the 46.50 m² mainsail and 41 m² genoa. The yacht is powered by a
standard 29 HP engine or with an
optional 40 HP engine. The tanks hold as much as
400 l of fresh water and
200 l of diesel.
I wish you a calm sea, a fine wind and a strong mast!The Sunbeam 40.1 is equally capable of taking you to
long-leg sailing journeys as well as of creating a
relaxed and pleasurable sailing trip for the entire family. Fun and comfort while sailing this yacht definitely make the Sunbeam 40.1 worthy of your attention! Charter a Sunbeam yacht and discover their true excellence!
