DUFOUR 405 GRAND LARGE

About the DUFOUR 405 GRAND LARGE

Hull length: 11.9 m / 39 ft. Optional shallow keel: draft - 1.75 m / 5.7 ft; ballast - 2,450 kg / 5,410 lbs. Displacement above is "light." Sail area: -Main: 36.6 m² / 394 ft² -Genoa (130%): 45.3 m² / 451 ft²

Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts (FRA) from 2009–2012, the Dufour 405 Grand Large is a performance-oriented cruiser with a fractional sloop rig. While the exact hulls built count is unspecified, the model is characterized by a displacement of 19820.0 lb and a beam of 13.06 ft.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern amenities over heavy offshore ruggedness. The high SA/D ratio of 19.33 and fractional rig make it appealing to those seeking good light-air performance.

Bluewater capability:

With a low D/L ratio of 208.51 and a capsize ratio of 1.93, the boat is designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy bluewater passage-making.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Beneteau 40 and Jeanneau 40.9, which share similar production eras and roles as spacious, performance-focused coastal cruisers with fractional rigs.