2019 Custom Rockport Marine Sloop

Designed for sailing Penobscot Bay, this coldmolded sailboat draws from the classic lines of K. Aage Nielsen’s iconic yachts and adds modern touches from sleek racers. The result is dynamic. The RM 40 Sloop is suitable for a hearty family looking to cruise coastal waters and practical for a couple seeking ease and comfort on regular afternoon sails.

Specifications: 

LOA: 40'

DWL: 27.9'

Beam: 11'

Draft: 6'

Displacement: 9,500 lbs

General Description: 

Coldmolded fin keel sailboat built with Alaskan Cedar and Western Red Cedar planks on laminated Douglas fir frames. Decks will be plywood sheathed in 1 layer of fiberglass cloth or teak on plywood. The exterior finish will be varnished mahogany and bare teak joiner details with painted primary surfaces. All deck hardware will be bronze. The interior is in the 'Herreshoff' style, painted surfaces with varnished trim throughout.

Interior: 

Accommodations for 4 with a V-birth forward and 2 bunks in the salon. The galley is simple with a two burner cook top, 12-v self-contained fridge and hand pump sink.  A head will be configured either forward or aft with a manual toilet and hand pump sink. A custom table may be added for dining in the salon or in the cockpit.

Engine:

Yanmar 30hp Disel with a saildrive and bronze single lever control

Fuel System:

Single aluminum tank under cockpit and racor 10 micron spin-on fuel filter

Rig:

Carbon spars with rod standing rigging

For further details and the full specifications, please contact the office at (207) 236-9651 or info@rockportmarine.com.