DRAGONFLY 40
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.68 ft |
| LWL | 37.73 ft |
| Beam | 27.56 ft |
| Draft | 7.22 ft/ 2.3 ft min |
| Displacement | 12,787 lb |
| Material | 40’ 8”12.4 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 58.1 L |
| Fuel | 39.6 L |
| CE category | About510 000€(2020) |
About the DRAGONFLY 40
Swing wing Trimaran. LOA folded: 14.17 m / 46.5 ft. Beam folded: 4.0 m / 13.12 ft Optional 57 hp motor. The Dragonfly 40 is available in four versions: -Touring version with self-tacking jib (Standard; Specs above). -Ultimate version has a taller and more powerful rig and larger overlapping furling headsail (photo above). -C Ultimate Carbon version with floats-, beams-, forward and aft structual main hull bulkheads-, centerboard trunk and under deck cabin mast support in carbon Pre-Preg system cured in Autoclav. Lightship displacement: 4,800 kg / 10,582 lbs -C Performance version is similar to the C Ultimate version with similar displacement but with an even taller and more powerful rig and sails. Sail area: (Touring/Ultimate + C Ultimate/C Performance) -Main: 65 / 75 / 83 m² : 700 / 807 / 893 ft² -Self-tacking jib: 25 / 27 / 0 m² : 269 / 291 / 0 ft² -Furling Genoa: 33 / 38 / 44 m² : 355 / 409 / 474 ft² -Furling Code 0: 65 / 80 / 90 m² : 700 / 861 / 969 ft² -Gennaker: 120 / 140 / 150 m² : 1,292 / 1,507 / 1,615 ft²
The Dragonfly 40 is a modern cruising yacht designed by Jens Quorning and Steen Olsen and built by Quorning Boats (DEN), with production starting in 2020. While the exact build count is not specified in the available data, the vessel is characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 12787.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal and offshore cruisers seeking a modern, well-equipped platform, evidenced by high adoption rates of solar panels (291 mentions), watermakers (97 mentions), and bow thrusters (95 mentions).
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 12787.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 4.72, the Dragonfly 40 offers moderate offshore stability, though potential structural concerns regarding the deck core and rudder assembly require careful verification for serious bluewater passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other modern European cruising yachts from the 2020s era that prioritize self-sufficiency and modern electronics, such as those equipped with Nexus (85 mentions) or B&G (81 mentions) systems.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 40.68ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
19 reported issues across 9 systems for the DRAGONFLY 40, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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