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Nautitech 40 Open review
Catamaran · 39 ft (12 m) · Primošten
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Key specs
- Builder
- Nautitech
- Model
- 40 Open
- Length
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 4
Verdict
A well-balanced performance catamaran with strong sailing credentials, sensible living space and good visibility. It is not the roomiest 40-footer, but for owners who want a lively, practical cruising boat rather than a floating apartment, it remains a compelling choice.
Pros
- +Open-plan layout gives good visibility and social space
- +Strong sail area for a 40ft cruising catamaran
- +Shallow draft suits coastal cruising and island hopping
- +Balanced mix of performance and comfort
- +Flexible 3- or 4-cabin configurations
Cons
- −Not as spacious as some more volume-focused 40ft cats
- −Standard fitment is practical rather than luxurious
- −Performance depends on careful sail trim and load management
- −After-sales support has been noted as a weak point in some owner feedback
The Nautitech 40 Open is a sailing-focused cruising catamaran with a clear emphasis on openness and connection between cockpit and saloon. Its design favors visibility, airflow and easy movement, while the relatively modest displacement and tall rig point to a boat built to sail well rather than simply maximize interior volume.
On the water, the 40 Open has a reputation for lively, efficient performance for its class. The self-tacking jib and workable sail plan make it manageable for a short-handed crew, while the shallow draft broadens its cruising range. It is best seen as a responsive cruiser: stable and predictable, but still rewarding active sail handling.
Inside, the boat offers the practical livability expected from a 39-foot catamaran, with 3 or 4 cabins and accommodations for up to 10 guests in charter-style layouts. Space is good, though not especially generous compared with beamier, more apartment-like rivals. The value proposition is strong if the priority is sailing quality, sensible systems and a usable open layout rather than maximum interior volume or premium finish.
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