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Nicholson 40 DS

Masthead Sloop · Fin with rudder on skeg · 1977–present

Specifications

Dimensions
Weights
Rig & sail area
Rig
Masthead Sloop
Ratios
SA / displacement
17.4
Displacement / length
457.4
Comfort ratio
43.7
Capsize screening
1.61
Hull speed
7.1 kn
Pounds / inch immersion
1164
Hull
Hull type
Fin with rudder on skeg
Construction
Fiberglass
Production
Years built
1977–present
Units built
19
Designer
Camper, Nicholson, Raymond Wall
Builder
Camper, Nicholson Ltd., Nicholsons

Design & history

The Nicholson 40 DS is a deck saloon version sharing the same hull as the 40AC, featuring dual steering stations.

Notable features
Deck saloonDual steering stations
Variants
  • 40AC
Design

Shares the same hull as the 40AC. Designer Ray Wall provided drawing and updated image.

Curated reference notes

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