2001 Caliber 40'

12.19 m
$ 174,900 USD
101 Marina Dr, , 28560USANew Bern North Carolina 28560 USA
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2001 Caliber 40' 40 LRC

  • 12.19 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Cutter
Oriental, North Carolina, United States
In Stock #2849612

2001 Caliber 40 LRC

40' (12.19 m) EARLY OUT

40' 2001 Caliber 40 LRC - Cutter-rigged long range bluewater cruiser with constant upgrades, strong build quality and extended range. Designed for serious passagemaking with the simplicity of a single diesel, EARLY OUT offers exceptional range, low fuel burn, and a comfortable liveaboard-friendly l

Oriental, North Carolina, United States
   Vessel ID: 2849612
FEATURES:
Tenders: 2022 West Marine 10' Rib with Tohatsu 9.9 outboard

2001 Caliber 40' 40 LRC

  • 12.19 m
  • Diesel
  • Sail
  • Cutter
Oriental, North Carolina, United States
In Stock #2849612

$ 174,900 USD

$ 239,536 CAD*
148,791 Euros*
£ 129,601 GBP*
*estimated foreign exchange

Description

If your cruising plans include the ICW, the Bahamas, or beyond, EARLY OUT is the kind of boat that quietly outperforms expectations.


The Caliber 40 LRC (Long Range Cruiser) is known for its rugged construction, sea-kindly motion, and efficient diesel performance—and this example has been thoughtfully upgraded and maintained by a knowledgeable owner since 2018.


Designed for serious passagemaking with the simplicity of a single diesel, EARLY OUT offers exceptional range, low fuel burn, and a comfortable liveaboard-friendly layout. With updated electronics, watermaker, upgraded ground tackle, and a solid sail inventory, she is equipped for extended cruising right now.

This is a rare opportunity to own one of Caliber’s most respected bluewater designs—ready to cruise today from the sailing capital of North Carolina.

LOA40'

LOA Inch11''

LOA12.47''

Beam12'

Beam Inch8''

Draft Max Feet5'

Draft Max Inch1''

Draft Min Feet5'

Draft Min Inch1''

Fuel Tank (Gallons)212

Fuel Tank (Liters)802.51

Fresh Water (Gallons)179

Fresh Water (Liters)677.59

Holding Tank (Gallons)24

Holding Tank (Liters)90.85

TypeSail

ConditionUsed

Specifications

Name

EARLY OUT

HIN/IMO

CYQ401331001

40'11" (12.47 Meters)

Sail-Used

Year

2001

12'8"

5'1"

5'1"

Cabins

2

Sleeps

6

Fuel Type

Diesel

Hull Material

Fiberglass

Hull Finish

White

Hull Shape

Monohull

212 Gallons (802.51 Liters)

179 Gallons (677.59 Liters)

24 Gallons (90.85 Liters)

Displacement

21600

Designer

Michael McCreary

Builder

CALIBER

Tender HIN

WMPWM047B222

Tender Registration

NC-5491-MB

Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Yanmar
  • ModelEngine Model: 4JH30
  • YearEngine Year: 2001
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
  • Power HPPower HP: 49.35
  • Power KWPower KW: 36.80
  • HoursHours: 3467.00
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Middle
  • Serial NumberSerial Number: E22432
  • Engine Quantity1
  • Multimedia

    Full Details

    Equipment & Upgrades

    ⚓ Key Highlights

    • Max-Prop feathering propeller (rebuilt 2026)
    • Yanmar diesel (~50 HP) with ~3,467 hours
    • Watermaker – Little Wonder (7 GPH)
    • Wind generator + inverter system
    • Garhauer traveler & upgraded deck hardware
    • Mack Sails 135 Genoa and Staysail
    • Cruising Spinnaker
    • Kato dinghy davits + 2022 West Marine dinghy w/ 2023 9.9HPTohatsu
    • Electric windlass w/ Rocna anchor
    • AIS receiver + autopilot + chartplotter
    • Full enclosure (canvas ~8 years old, crystal clear Makrelon windows)
    • Bottom paint April 2026 (Pettit Trinidad)

    🛠️ Mechanical & Systems

    • Yanmar diesel engine (~50 HP)
    • Approx. 3,467 engine hours
    • Oil service completed April 2024
    • Max-Prop feathering propeller (Factory re-tuned April 2026)
    • Transmission: ZF
    • Watermaker: Little Wonder (~7 GPH)

    ⚡ Electrical

    • AGM battery banks (house + start)
    • Freedom inverter/charger system
    • Wind generator installed
    • 110V shore power
    • Battery monitoring system

    ⛵ Rigging & Sails

    • Cutter rig (typical Caliber offshore configuration)
    • Standing rigging replaced ~2015
    • Running rigging updated as needed
    • Mack Sails inventory
    • Genoa & staysail
    • Spinnaker included
    • Garhauer traveler system
    • Inner forestay for heavy weather sailing

    🧭 Electronics & Navigation

    • Chartplotter
    • Radar
    • Autopilot
    • Depth sounder
    • AIS receiver (1x RX)
    • VHF radio
    • SSB/HAM radio

    ⚓ Deck & Hull

    • Bottom paint: April 2026 – Pettit Trinidad
    • Electric windlass (Lofrans)
    • Rocna primary anchor (~25 lb class)
    • Custom dodger & full enclosure (~8 years old)
    • Kato dinghy davits
    • Stainless deck hardware upgrades
    • Custom cockpit features

    🚤 Tender

    • West Marine 10' Dinghy (2022)
    • 9.9 HP outboard
    • Davit system for easy launch/retrieval

    🛋️ Interior & Comfort

    • Classic Caliber teak interior
    • New refrigerator installed
    • SeaFrost refrigeration system
    • Custom doors and interior touches

    🛟 Safety Equipment

    • EPIRB (valid through 2030)
    • Emergency tiller
    • Standard offshore safety gear

    🌎 Ownership & History

    • Owned since 2018
    • Second owner
    • Cruised to the Bahamas
    • No charter history
    • No reported damage: no collision, fire, flooding, or lightning


    The Caliber 40 LRC has a loyal following for a reason—it’s one of the smartest cruising platforms ever built for sailors who want range, simplicity, and offshore capability without complexity.

    EARLY OUT checks the right boxes: efficient diesel, serious ground tackle, watermaker, renewable energy, and a sail plan that works when the weather turns.


    She’s not a dock queen—she’s a go boat.

    Mechanical Disclaimer

    Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

    Disclaimer

    The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

    Contact

    For more information about this yacht, please contact “Skipper Chip” Johnson We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact “Skipper Chip” Johnson. We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact “Skipper Chip” Johnson.

    EARLY OUT 40ft Caliber Yacht For Sale
    “Skipper Chip” Johnson
    Yacht Broker

    101 Marina Dr

    New Bern North Carolina 28560 USA

    1-919-279-8468