Outremer 40

The Outremer 40 is a sailing catamaran by Outremer, built from 1990 to 2005.

Key figures: length overall 12.2 m, beam 6.5 m, draft 1.1 m, light displacement about 5.5 t, upwind sail area about 80 m², 2 × 20 HP, 3 cabins.

About the Outremer 40

At 12.2 m the Outremer 40 is in the most popular size class for cruising catamarans: big enough for a family or two couples, small enough for a couple to sail short-handed. Her beam of 6.5 m is typical for a cruising catamaran of this length.

Outremer builds performance bluewater catamarans in La Grande-Motte in the south of France. Light construction and daggerboards make them a favourite for fast ocean passages and long-distance cruising.

Buying a used Outremer 40

• Early boats are now more than 25 years old: check the structure, deck core and chainplates carefully.
• Standing rigging, sails and electrics have often been replaced at least once – ask for invoices.
• Inspect both hulls, keels and rudders for grounding damage and check the bridgedeck for cracks.
• Always commission an independent survey with a haul-out – see our buying checklist.

Similar sailing catamarans

• Island Spirit 40 – 12.2 m, beam 6.7 m
• Leopard 40 (2017) – 12.17 m, beam 6.48 m
• Fountaine Pajot FP41 – 12.1 m, beam 6.92 m
• Outremer 45 – 13.7 m, beam 7.2 m

Compare all models in our catamaran specs database A–Z.

Outremer 40 for sale

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FAQ

Approximate values compiled by catamarket from published data. Figures vary by year, version and options – please check them against the builder’s documents or a survey. Spotted an error? Tell us.