HARDY 40DS REFINED LOOKS COMBINE WITH OUTSTANDING ENGINEERING IN A DECK SALOON MOTOR BOAT
A recent addition to the range, the Hardy 40DS offers contemporary and stylish living and entertaining accommodation, combined with first-class engineering, for all-weather sea and inland cruising.
This inspired development of the Hardy 42 hull has superb live-aboard space with a single-level wheelhouse, saloon and cockpit area that is around half her total length. There is also a luxuriously appointed owner’s double cabin, a further twin berthed guest cabin and a very spacious head with stall shower.
The comprehensively-equipped galley is located in the saloon and can be fitted in such a way that all equipment is concealed when not in use. The forward facing wheelhouse windows reduce glare and heat build-up.
Outside there is a large bathing platform, formed by the aft two feet of the hull and accessed from her large aft cockpit through a door in the transom.
The 40DS is fitted as standard with a single 440hp Yanmar that gives very economical cruising up to around 19 knots. The propeller is well protected by both the keel and a stainless steel strap, running aft from the underside of the keel, on which the rudder is mounted, making it perfect for inland use, yet retaining exceptional sea-keeping attributes.
A bow thruster is fitted as standard; optional extras include a stern thruster and a twin-engine installation.
You can choose from a maple and walnut interior for a contemporary look or opt for a more traditional scheme if preferred.
Hardy 40DS deck saloon motor boat at sea
HARDY 40DS MAIN DIMENSIONS (approx.)
| Length (hull) | 12.8 m |
| Beam | 4.3 m |
| Draft (normal trim) | 1.2 m |
| Height above waterline (mast down) | 3.3 m |
| Dry weight | 14 t |
| Fuel capacity (2 stainless steel tanks) | 1710 l |
| Water capacity (stainless steel tank) | 430 l |
| Engine(s) – single diesel with shaft drive Yanmar 440hp (other options including twin engines available) | |
| Berths | up to 6 |
| EURCD | Category B |
"This is a boat that will satisfy those who seek something elegantly different."
40 DS Anglian Afloat – May 2014
"…looks absolutely a ‘proper boat’ rather than a floating appliance, exactly as a Hardy should."
Motor Boats Monthly – May 2014
"Traditional sea-keeping heritage meets modern innovation on the new-age Hardy."
Motor Boat and Yachting – June 2014
HARDY 40DS STANDARD FITTINGS
| Walk around teak laid fore and side decks plus cockpit |
| Interior joinery in American white oak (other options available) |
| Stainless steel pulpit and stanchions |
| Integral teak laid bathing platform with extending swimming ladder |
| Electric anchor windlass with Claw anchor and 60m chain |
| Wheelhouse steering and engine controls |
| 12/24VDC electrical system with LED lighting |
| 240VAC shore system with five double sockets |
| 30A/24V battery charger |
| Large head compartment with marine toilet and stall shower |
| Holding tank with electric pump-out |
| Galley with H&C water supply, gas cooker and fridge with freezer compartment |
| Corian or similar galley worktop |
| Drinks fridge in saloon |
| Wipers with washers |
| Trim tabs |