Melges 40
Price
NZ $450,000
Currency
Length
39' 4" - 11.99m
Vessel Location
Auckland NORTH ISLAND
Launch Year
2016
Hull Material
Carbon Fibre
The 2016 Melges 40, is a high-performance racing yacht designed by Botin Partners and built by Premier Composite Technologies. This 40-foot vessel features a canting keel, twin rudders, and a retractable bowsprit, delivering exceptional speed and agility. Its lightweight epoxy-infused carbon fibre hull with a foam core ensures rapid acceleration and impressive downwind performance.
"Menace" is a standout Melges 40 and a dominant force in New Zealand's sailing scene. While there are four Melges 40 yachts in the country, "Menace" is the most successful, having consistently outperformed its peers in regional and national regattas. Racing under the Royal Akarana Yacht Club, "Menace" claimed line honours in the B Division at the 2021 CRC Bay of Islands Sailing Week, showcasing its superior design and exceptional crew skill.
Equipped with a comprehensive Doyle sail wardrobe tailored for maximum performance--including multiple mainsails, headsails, and spinnakers--"Menace" is race-ready. Its advanced carbon fibre mast and sloop rigging further enhance its competitive edge. With a Lombardini 18HP engine and meticulous maintenance, this yacht represents a rare opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a proven winner.
The Melges 40 class emphasizes one-design racing, ensuring that all boats are built to identical specifications. This focus on uniformity places a premium on crew expertise and strategy, fostering close and competitive racing. "Menace" exemplifies the class's commitment to high-performance sailing and remains a benchmark for excellence in the New Zealand yacht racing community.
**Price is plus taxes if applicable
"Menace" is a standout Melges 40 and a dominant force in New Zealand's sailing scene. While there are four Melges 40 yachts in the country, "Menace" is the most successful, having consistently outperformed its peers in regional and national regattas. Racing under the Royal Akarana Yacht Club, "Menace" claimed line honours in the B Division at the 2021 CRC Bay of Islands Sailing Week, showcasing its superior design and exceptional crew skill.
Equipped with a comprehensive Doyle sail wardrobe tailored for maximum performance--including multiple mainsails, headsails, and spinnakers--"Menace" is race-ready. Its advanced carbon fibre mast and sloop rigging further enhance its competitive edge. With a Lombardini 18HP engine and meticulous maintenance, this yacht represents a rare opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a proven winner.
The Melges 40 class emphasizes one-design racing, ensuring that all boats are built to identical specifications. This focus on uniformity places a premium on crew expertise and strategy, fostering close and competitive racing. "Menace" exemplifies the class's commitment to high-performance sailing and remains a benchmark for excellence in the New Zealand yacht racing community.
**Price is plus taxes if applicable
Price
NZ $450,000
Vessel Name
Menace
Launch Year
2016
Length
39' 4" - 11.99m
Beam
3.53 m
Draft
3.20 m
Displacement
3250 kg
Vessel Location
Auckland North Island
Region
North Island
Designer
Botin Partners Naval Architecture
Hull Material
Carbon Fibre
Engine Make
Lombardini
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
18 hp
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel
42 L
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
36 Degrees Brokers
Conrad Gair
Conrad Gair
Telephone
Address
103/113 Westhaven Drive
Auckland NORTH ISLAND New Zealand
Auckland NORTH ISLAND New Zealand
Website
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