Fractional Sloop · Catamaran Twin Keel · 2003–2005
Specifications
Dimensions
Weights
Rig & sail area
Rig
Fractional Sloop
Ratios
SA / displacement
21.9
Displacement / length
139.9
Hull
Hull type
Catamaran Twin Keel
Construction
Fiberglass
Production
Years built
2003–2005
Designer
Phil Southwell
Builder
Fortuna Catamarans (South Africa), Island Spirit Catamarans
Design & history
Also known as the IS 400, the Island Spirit 40 is similar to the Island Spirit 37 but with extended transom sugar scoops and stairs. It was offered in 3-cabin and 4-cabin versions with differing water tank capacities.
Notable features
Extended transom sugar scoops and stairsMain sail area: 579 ft2 / 53.8 m2Genoa sail area: 329 ft2 / 30.6 m2Asymmetric spinnaker sail area: 1019 ft2 / 94.7 m23 cabin version water tank: 600 liters / 158.5 gal
Variants
IS 400
3 cabin version
4 cabin version
Design
Derived from the Island Spirit 37, with extended transom sugar scoops and stairs.