Get a firsthand perspective of the Princess V40 with this video review courtesy of vlogger Aquaholic filmed at Southampton Boat Show in Southampton, UK, this tour has been designed to give you comprehensive insight into this 12.98m sports yacht from the cabin configuration through to the outdoor areas.
Princess V40 Key Facts
- LOA 12.98m
- Model Year 2019
- Cabins 2
- Status In Production
- Generations 2
- Yacht Type Sportsboat
- Use Type Weekending
Video Tour
On Deck
Nick starts with the bathing platform, detailing the options available. The platform can either have a sun pad that extends over the area for a dinghy to sit on, or the dinghy can be stored underneath to provide a larger sunbathing area. Currently, the platform is fixed for easier navigation when the dinghy is on it, but there is the availability of a hi-lo platform as an option. He then points out the transom shower for a hot water shower after swimming.
Upon entering the boat, there is a dinette area with a height-adjustable table that can convert into a sunbathing area. There's a canopy to enclose this area, currently used as a sunshade. The open-backed hardtop and fabric roof cockpit are much appreciated, and this provides a massive opening to the front, giving the feeling of being on an open boat.
The boat also features a wet bar with a barbecue, top-loading fridge, and storage underneath. The twin-helm seats are lift bolster, providing additional standing space if needed, and are very nicely upholstered. The helm is nicely finished with marine instrumentation, a plotter, and switch gears, and there's even a joystick option for maneuvering the boat.
Interior
Moving downstairs, the light oak interior is admired, lending the boat a very classy look. The galley features a glass backsplash and electric cooking appliances, with ample storage space and a soft-close mechanism for drawers. The boat is equipped with a Fusion hi-fi system and a distribution panel for the twelve-volt systems, with an option for air conditioning. The saloon area has a big skylight, infill cushions to convert the table into a double bed, and blinds for the large windows.
The master cabin is located in the bow, and has ample storage space, including drawers underneath the bed and a wardrobe. He likes the illumination and the opening hatch for ventilation, along with a glass panel behind the hatch for additional light. The head is ensuite to the master cabin and includes a separate shower stall. The second cabin also impresses with its full headroom, ample storage space, a seat, and a wardrobe.
Performance
The engine room has a pair of Volvo Penta D6-330 straight-6 turbo diesel engines, which provide a top speed of around 36 to 38 knots. He appreciates the neat labeling and accessibility of the engines and commends the well-laid-out and finished engine room, despite being smaller than the engine rooms in larger boats.
In Summary
Nick expresses his liking for the Princess V40, praising it as a great value boat. He stresses that even though it's the cheapest boat in the range, it still maintains the quality and feel of a Princess product, making it a worthy purchase.
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Specifications
- Builder Princess
- Range V Class
- Model V40
- Length Overall 12.98m
- Beam 3.81m
- Draft 1.02m
- Hull GRP
- Cabins 2
- Berths 3
- Yacht Type (Primary) Sportsboat
- Use Type (Primary) Weekending
- Engine Model 2x Volvo Penta D6-330/DP
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