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Swan 40 Frers
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Nautor  ·  First built: 1992
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About the Swan 40 Frers

Regarded as one of the more refined offerings from the legendary Swan marque, the Swan 40 Frers represents the enduring partnership between Finnish builder Nautor's Swan and the acclaimed Argentine designer Germán Frers. That collaboration produced a series of sailboats celebrated for blending performance with elegance, and the 40 Frers carries that tradition confidently. Built with Nautor's characteristic attention to craftsmanship, this vessel appeals to sailors who refuse to compromise between racing ambition and cruising comfort. The Frers design lineage is known for producing hulls with balanced, responsive sailing characteristics — boats that reward skilled helmsmanship while remaining manageable for experienced shorthanded crews. As a result, the Swan 40 Frers suits offshore passages, competitive club racing, and coastal cruising with equal composure. Swan's reputation is built on longevity and quality, and buyers researching this model can expect a well-constructed platform that holds its value and attracts a loyal following. For anyone seeking a mid-size performance cruiser with genuine pedigree, the Swan 40 Frers deserves serious consideration.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.25 ft / 12.27 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.43 ft / 9.88 m
Beam 12.92 ft / 3.94 m
Max Draft 7.04 ft / 2.15 m
Displacement 19,400.00 lb / 8,800 kg
Ballast 6,990.00 lb / 3,171 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Nautor
First Built 1992
Last Built 2001
Number Built 58
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
36.03
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
253.93
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 8.98 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.46
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.91 ft / 4.85 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 830.00 ft² / 77.11 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 62 gals / 235 L
Water Capacity 112 gals / 424 L
How It Compares

vs. Frers 40 Holby, Sabre 402, Tartan 40

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Dimensions
LOA
Swan 40 Frers ★
40.3 ft
Frers 40 Holby
40.1 ft
Sabre 402
40.2 ft
Tartan 40
40.3 ft
LWL
Swan 40 Frers ★
32.4 ft
Frers 40 Holby
32.5 ft
Sabre 402
34.0 ft
Tartan 40
31.6 ft
Beam
Swan 40 Frers ★
12.9 ft
Frers 40 Holby
12.5 ft
Sabre 402
13.3 ft
Tartan 40
12.7 ft
Displacement
Swan 40 Frers ★
19 lbs
Frers 40 Holby
14 lbs
Sabre 402
18 lbs
Tartan 40
17 lbs
Ballast
Swan 40 Frers ★
6 lbs
Frers 40 Holby
Sabre 402
7 lbs
Tartan 40
7 lbs
Performance
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Swan 40 Frers ★
36.0 %
Frers 40 Holby
Sabre 402
38.8 %
Tartan 40
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Swan 40 Frers ★
253
Frers 40 Holby
188
Sabre 402
213
Tartan 40
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