The Van Dutch 40 is a masterpiece of modern naval architecture, seamlessly blending style and performance in a luxurious package. Known for its striking design, the Van Dutch 40 features clean, minimalist lines that make a powerful statement on the water. This open yacht is crafted with a focus on elegance and functionality, providing an exceptional boating experience for discerning enthusiasts. At the heart of the Van Dutch 40 lies its robust engineering. Equipped with inboard engines, it offers impressive performance with a cruising speed of 32 knots and a maximum speed reaching 38 knots. The yacht’s planning hull configuration ensures a smooth and efficient ride, even in choppy waters, while the GRP construction provides durability and a lightweight structure. The spacious cockpit is designed for socializing and relaxation, accommodating up to 8 day guests. Inside, the Van Dutch 40 offers luxurious appointments with two cabins, allowing for comfortable overnight stays. High-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail create an inviting and sophisticated interior ambiance. The yacht’s exterior and interior design are the work of renowned designers, who have crafted a space that is both stylish and functional. The Van Dutch 40 is not just about aesthetics; it embodies a commitment to performance and reliability. With a fuel capacity of 850 liters, it offers a significant range for extended cruising. Whether you’re navigating coastal waters or enjoying a leisurely day at sea, the Van Dutch 40 delivers an unparalleled yachting experience. This model is a testament to the shipyard’s dedication to innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless design.
Length
12.5M
Beam
3.4M
Draft
0.9M
Day Guests
8
Sleeping
2
Cabin
1
Cruise Speed
32KT
Max Speed
38KT
Fuel
850L
Range
300NM
Engine
2 x Volvo Penta D6 480 HP
Option 1
2 x Yanmar 370 HP
Option 2
2 x Cummins 480 HP
Naval
Mulder Design
Exterior
Mulder Design
Interior
Mulder Design
New Starting From
€495,000
High Price Brokerage
€420,000
Low Price Brokerage
€350,000
She holds her line the moment you open the throttles.
Twin Volvo Penta D6 480hp engines drive the Van Dutch 40 to a cruising speed of 32 knots and a top end of 38, numbers that put her among the quicker open boats of her size. Yanmar and Cummins options are available for owners who want to tune the balance of speed and economy differently. A fuel capacity of 850 litres gives a range of around 300 nautical miles, enough for a full day on the water with margin to spare. The planing hull settles quickly and holds a flat attitude through turns, so the ride stays composed even when the throttles are pushed hard. It is a boat built to be driven, not simply steered.
Every line on deck earns its place.
Mulder Design drew the Van Dutch 40 with the same pared back philosophy that defines the whole range: a low, taut sheer, a single unbroken deck surface and none of the visual clutter that crowds most boats this size. The cockpit is long for the yacht’s length, giving eight day guests genuine room to move rather than a bench to sit on. Beneath the deck, storage has been planned with real intent, space enough for a tender, a liferaft and an outboard motor, all kept out of sight. Owners can specify any colour through Awlgrip paint, so no two hulls in a marina need ever look alike. The result is a boat that reads as considerably larger than her 12.48 metres.
Open the hatch and the standard lifts.
Van Dutch Engineering builds the 40 with the same attention below deck as above it. The engine room is arranged for genuine access rather than a squeeze between components, a detail that matters over years of ownership rather than on the showroom day. Twin Volvo Penta D6 480hp units come as standard, with 370hp Yanmar or 480hp Cummins alternatives for owners with a different priority in mind. GRP construction keeps weight down and the planing hull light on its feet, translating directly into the fuel efficiency that gives her a 300 nautical mile range. It is engineering built to be maintained, not merely admired.
One cabin turns a day boat into something more.
Below the cockpit, the Van Dutch 40 sets aside a single cabin for guests who want to stay past sunset, a rare allowance in a boat built primarily for daylight hours. The cockpit itself is the yacht’s real living space, open to eight guests at once and shaped to keep everyone facing the water rather than each other. Storage runs the length of the underdeck, taking the tender, liferaft and outboard out of the equation entirely. It is a layout that asks nothing of its owner beyond deciding how long to stay out.
Four hundred and ninety five thousand euros buys the whole idea, not a starting point.
At 12.48 metres with a 3.42 metre beam and a shallow 0.9 metre draught, the Van Dutch 40 clears many berths larger yachts cannot reach. Displacement sits at 10.6 tonnes, light enough to keep both performance and running costs in check. Naval architecture, exterior and interior design all come from Mulder Design, a single hand across the whole boat rather than a committee of specialists. With no crew required and a simple one cabin layout, she suits an owner who wants to skipper her personally. For a first Van Dutch, or a second yacht kept purely for pleasure, she is difficult to better at the price.
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