What the fleet has seen
The Isla 40, as the fleet has seen it
Derived from the videos the fleet has analysed of this model. ▶ marks open the moment aboard.
The Isla 40 is a 40-foot cruising catamaran, built by Fountaine Pajot from 2020, succeeding the Lucia 40. Designed by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design, it features a fractional sloop rig, a twin keel hull, and a reverse bow. The catamaran measures 11.93 m LOA, 6.63 m in beam, and has a draft of 1.21 m, displacing 9500 kg. Its design includes a longer and wider hull than its predecessor, with a mast positioned forward to clear the interior dinette and balance the sail plan, which uses a genoa.1:47 The helm station is mid-height, centralizing maneuvers and offering visibility of all four corners of the vessel.4:09 Forward deck nets allow waves to pass through in heavy seas.2:44 The saloon features a wide opening to the cockpit and large roof windows.7:56 Aboard SVN solovelanet, the Isla 40 was noted for its lower boom height, which simplifies mainsail handling, and its higher-quality interior finishes compared to competitors like the Bali CATSPACE or Lagoon 40.5:57 An optional skipper cabin is available beneath the helm station.1:53
