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, designed by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design and built by Fountaine Pajot, that succeeded the Lucia 40 in 2020. It features a fractional sloop rig and a twin keel hull, measuring 11.9 meters LOA with a 6.6-meter beam and 1.2-meter draft. The design includes a redesigned hull that is longer and wider than its predecessor, and an optional skipper cabin beneath the helm station.1:47 A mid-height helm station centralizes maneuvers and provides visibility of all four corners of the vessel.4:09 The mast is positioned forward to clear the interior dinette and balance the sail plan, which uses a genoa rather than a self-tacking jib.7:11 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 for easier mainsail handling and higher-quality interior finishes compared to competitors like the Bali CATSPACE or Lagoon 40.8:32
