The Ker 40 is an exciting new yacht that has been specifically designed for higher performance around the racetrack but more importantly to win races on IRC and ORCi handicap systems.

Designed by talented British designer Jason Ker, his designs over the past ten years have stormed onto the international sailing scene in no uncertain terms

The new Ker 40 is a fast off shore yacht, with large open cockpit that makes sail handling and crew work a breeze. The boat is fitted out with a lightweight interior that complies with handicap regulations. It is comfortable and practical with a dedicated nav-station, galley, and ample accommodation.

The rig is moderate, with a high aspect sail plan, which will ensure that this boat will perform above its size across all wind ranges. The spar package is supplied by none other than world-renowned mast makers Hall Spars. A highly refined, carbon fibre double spreader rig and carbon boom, this boat will cater for a wide range of sailing skill and level of racing.

The boat is easy to sail with less crew numbers, e.g. for short handed sailing like twilight, or it can be driven hard and sailed at the highest level.

THE SCIENCE

Ker Design continues to develop and improve on their winning designs. With the experience of Americas Cup Technology and a dedicated team of experts.

With the use of Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) Ker is at the cutting edge of yacht science. The results speak for themselves.

This yacht will be fast across the range, it will be easily driven and reacts well to gear changes. The stage is set for some truly fast, exciting and competitive racing. Designed and constructed to meet ISO structural regulations to Class A with plan approval by Germanischer Lloyd.