2025 J Boats 40'

J/40 USA Specifications

Hull & Structure

• Infusion molded sandwich construction using uni and multi-directional E-glass fabrics, variable density PVC foam, and the "SCRIMP" patented resin infusion process to optimize fiber content (60%+).

• High-quality ISO NPG gelcoat combined with the use of vinylester resin, for optimal protection against osmosis.

• White gelcoat hull finish with integrated gelcoat boot stripe in dark blue.

• Internal hull structure of infused transverse and longitudinal stringers which integrate plumbing and electrical runs for better weight control.

• Infused, composites main bulkhead for increased boat rigidity.

• All intermediate bulkheads are laminated to the hull and deck for stiffness.

• Anchor locker/collision bulkhead forward.

• Five (5) year structural and osmotic blister warranty.

Deck

• Infusion molded sandwich construction using multi-directional E-glass fabrics, variable density PVC foam, and the patented SCRIMP molding process.

• Off-white gelcoat with optional choice of non-skid color (two-tone deck).

• All horizontal surfaces are either molded with non-skid with high traction, or covered in optional Flexiteek slats with black caulking.

• Integrated, full-length, bulwark toerails to ensure safe movement.

• Flush deck panels on cabintop to streamline the return of the halyards, improve manueverability on deck, and best integrate the sprayhood connection.

• Seahood with instrument pod.

• Large anchor locker.

• Dedicated locker for liferaft to port.

• Cockpit locker to starboard

• Locker for storing two gas bottles.

• One locker in cockpit sole (aft of the wheels).

Cockpit

• Ergonomically designed cockpit to maximize comfort and ease of sailing:

• Halyard winches on either side of the companionway, with dedicated storage locker for lines.

• Flexiteek with black caulking on cockpit seats for comfort and elegance at anchor and at sea.

• Recessed primary winches.

• Mainsail winches (2) located near the helm stations for easy single-handed sailing.

• Double helm stations.

• Engine control associated with the starboard helm station.

• Optional flip-down swim platform.

Keel & Rudder

• Low Center-of-Gravity keel comprised of a cast iron fin and a lead bulb for optimum stability and performance.

• The keel is faired to template, then bonded and bolted to the hull structure with oversized stainless bolts and counter plates.

• Balanced deep, composite rudder using uni and multi-directional glass on high resistance stainless steel stock turning on low friction, self-aligning rudder bearings.

• Dual wheel pedestals each equipped with a stainless wheel with leather grip – to provide optimum steering ergonomics.

• Integrated footrests for the driver.

• High performance cable/quadrant steering system for fingertip response and control.

Propulsion

• Volvo 50CV with two blade folding propeller Saildrive inboard diesel engine, exchanger cooling, 115 AH alternator.

• Engine control panel at starboard helm station, including rev counter, hour meter and oil pressure, battery and temperature indicators.

• 40 Gallon Fuel tank.

• Insulated engine compartment with ventilation ducting to the transom.

Spars & Rigging

• Tapered, fractional carbon fiber mast with two sets of aft swept spreaders, tack reef hardware, boom and boom vang gooseneck fittings, masthead crane with backstay termination, internal side shroud terminations, headstay attachment hardware, halyard sheaves and a watertight dam installed inside the mast tube with a drain hole located just above deck level. Pre-molded mast wedge system, and adjustable mast step. Finished in Alwgrip black.

• Aluminum boom (in Awlgrip black) with internal outhaul purchase, sheaves for reefs, and internal Germanmainsheet system.

• Jib furling system with furling line led aft to cockpit.

• Discontinuous rod rigging to reduce windage and weight aloft.

• Hydraulic backstay cylinder with integral pump.

• Fixed carbon bowsprit with integrated anchor roller.

• Boomvang with integral purchase.

• Running Rigging package with 1 Dyneema mainsail halyard, 1 Dyneema jib halyard, 1 spinnaker halyard, 2 spinnaker sheets, 2 jib sheets, 1 Dyneema spinnaker tackline, 1 Dyneema mainsail sheet, mainsail traveler, 2 reef lines, furling line.

Deck Hardware

• Two 50.2STA self-tailing primary winches.

• Two 46.2STA self-tailing mainsheet winches.

• Two 46.2STA self-tailing halyard winches.

• 3 Locking winch handles including 2 of the "Speed grip" type.

• 4 Winch handle holders.

• 2:1 Mainsheet system with front return integrated in the boom and return under the deck to the mainsheet winches.

• Mainsail traveler on the cockpit sole with 6:1 purchase on cleats (port and starboard).

• Two fixed jib tracks and two plunger-style jib car.

• Spinnaker blocks with dedicated padeyes.

• 7 Blocks at the mast for halyards and reefs.

• 2 Deck organizers, 7 sheaves.

• 4 Stoppers on each side of the companionway.

• Spinnaker tackline stopper on the starboard side of the cabintop.

• Jib furling line stopper on the port side of the cabintop.

• 4 retractable mooring cleats (2 at the bow and 2 astern).

• Integrated bow anchor roller, designed for a 45lb Delta type anchor.

• Electric windlass integrated under deck in dedicated housing.

• Stainless chainplates for forestay, shrouds and backstay.

• 1 Deck hatch (500 x 500 mm) for the forward cabin.

• 1 Deck hatch (250 x 250 mm) for the forward head.

• 1 Deck hatch (250 x 250 mm) for the passageway to front cabin

• 1 Deck hatch (500 x 500 mm) for the main cabin.

• Large fixed window (P&S) in main cabin.

• 2 Opening ports in the port aft cabin (1 on the side + 1 in the cockpit)

• 1 Opening port above the galley.

• 2 Opening ports in the starboard aft cabin.

• Stainless handrails on cabintop.

• Bow and stern rails with double lifelines of single-strand stainless wire, and 8 stanchions.

• Retractable plexiglass companionway sliders with lock and integrated ventilation grill.

• Flagstaff base.

• Emergency tiller.

Interior Design

• Interior design by Isabelle Racoupeau in collaboration with J/Composites.

• Satin varnished, handcrafted furniture panels and trim of natural wood in either solid, veneer, or glued laminate.

• White molded finish on main bulkhead

• Removable, wood-effect veneered floor panels for durability, good looks and low maintenance.

• Hull sidings and overheads finished in vinyl fabric.

• Upholstery is made of high resilience foams of different densities for higher comfort.

FORWARD CABIN

• Large wardrobe, vanity unit with storage above and below.

• Large centerline double berth with storage below.

• Hanging locker storage.

• Changing seat.

• Shelves along the hull.

• Optional fixed hull ports with integrated blackout curtains.

• Access doors to head and main cabin.

FORWARD HEAD

• White gelcoat finished for clean design and easy maintenance, including shower tray, WC support, sink cabinet with

valve access door, toilet paper holder.

• Shower with pressurized hot and cold water.

• Marine toilet with holding tank and electric pump for drain.

• Shower drain pump.

• Vanity top in white Corian.

• Handrail for towel.

• Vanity cabinet with large mirror above sink.

AFT CABIN (PORT & STARBOARD)

• Access door to main cabin.

• Large wardrobe.

• Low cabinet with storage.

• Shelf along the hull.

• 2 Opening ports for natural lighting and ventilation.

• Large double berth.

• Engine access hatch.

• Optional fixed hull ports with integrated blackout curtains.

NAVIGATION STATION (Starboard)

• Large, forward-facing chart table.

• Storage area under nav table.

• Bookshelf outboard.

• Large, hinged instrument panel outboard with electrical panel.

• Navigator seat with storage below.

• Digital display for water / fuel tank gauge and batteries.

MAIN CABIN

• Large port settee berth with wrap-around L seating.

• Fixed main cabin table with storage in the base.

• Large starboard settee berth.

• Shelves and cabinets (optional) outboard of each settee berth.

• Overhead handrails.

• Double hull windows to port and starboard.

U-SHAPED GALLEY (Port)

• 2-Burner gas stove with safety bar.

• Large double stainless sink recessed into white Corian countertop.

• Hot and cold pressure water.

• Large, molded cooler / fridge with partition and storage shelf.

• 4 Utensil drawers.

• Large storage cupboard under drawers

• Storage under sink with shelf.

• Waste bin cabinet with access from drawer.

• Shelves and cabinets along the hull.

• Countertop fiddle rails with Plexi protection across the front of the galley.

• Opening port.

COMPANIONWAY

• White laminate finish for durability.

• Steps with angled treads between bulkheads.

• Handrails integrated into the bulkheads.

• Engine access by front panel.

2 CABINS / 2 HEADS LAYOUT

• The forward cabin is enlarged by removing the semi bulkhead (with door) and retaining the private access to the forward head, and main bulkhead door.

• The starboard aft cabin is replaced by a second head similarly equipped as the forward head (sink, shower and toilet), and a large sail locker with access through the head.

• The aft sail locker is also accessed from the starboard cockpit locker.

Plumbing & Electrical

• Manual bilge pump operable from the cockpit.

• Electric bilge pump with automatic or manual level switch with dedicated control and indicator.

• Shower drain pump with filter.

• Pressurized water system with expansion tank.

• 60 gallon fresh water tank. Optional second tank of 35 gallons.

• Ice box drain.

• Water heater capacity 8 gallons.

• 1 Marine toilet.

• 2 x 100 AH AGM type & 1 x 75 AH for the engine, with load distributor and battery switch.

• 20 function 12V custom developed electrical panel with fuel gauge, voltmeter and ampmeter on dedicated digital panel. 2 USB sockets.

• 110V electrical panel with general circuit breaker.

• Adjustable overhead and cabin lights in all cabins.

• Overhead light in heads.

• LED ambiance and courtesy lighting in the main cabin.

• LED lights for navigation, anchor light, and steaming.

• The rigging is grounded for lightning protection.

• 40A Battery charger.

• 110V cockpit receptacle.

• 110V outlet in the nav station, galley, and cabins.

Options

• Two-tone deck.

• Two cabin/Two head layout.

• White Oak furniture in lieu of standard.

• Ultra-Leather interior cushions in lieu of standard.

• Comfort Package in main cabin with upper cabinets and sliding integrated panels for hull ports.

• Inner Forestay System

• Transom Swim Platform.

• Additional hull ports (in sleeping cabins)

• Composites wheels in lieu of standard.

• Electric main halyard winch.

• Flexiteek decking

• Large cockpit dodger/bimini