BENETEAU GT40

About BENETEAU GT40

The Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 is a luxury sport cruiser designed for fast coastal cruising, day charters, resort transfers, and weekend yacht holidays. It combines sporty performance with elegant European styling and spacious social areas, making it popular in destinations like the Maldives for private charters and luxury transfers.

Main Specifications

Length Overall: approx. 12.5 m / 41 ft

Beam: approx. 3.8 m

Draft: approx. 1.1–1.2 m

Fuel Capacity: approx. 870 L

Water Capacity: approx. 255 L

Displacement: approx. 8.6 tons

Guest Capacity: up to 10 people for cruising/day trips

Cabins: 2 large cabins

Bathrooms: 1 full bathroom with shower

Sleeping Capacity: 4–6 guests depending on layout

Hull Type: Air Step® planing hull for smoother and faster cruising

Engine & Performance

The yacht is commonly powered by:

Twin Volvo Penta D4 300 HP

Twin Volvo Penta D6 370 HP

Twin Mercury Verado 400 HP (newer versions)

Performance

Cruising Speed: 25–30 knots

Top Speed: around 35–38 knots depending on engine option and load.

Interior Features

Master Cabin

Large forward island bed

Storage lockers

Ambient lighting

Ocean-view windows

Guest Cabin

Twin bed or convertible double setup

Spacious layout for a 40 ft yacht

Saloon & Galley

Luxury lounge seating

Retractable hardtop

Opening side windows for indoor/outdoor experience

Refrigerator, sink, cooking area

Premium finishes with modern European styling

Outdoor Features

Large sunbed at bow

Spacious aft cockpit dining area

Hydraulic swim platform

Teak decking options

Outdoor wet bar

Easy sea access for snorkeling and swimming

Ideal for Maldives day charters and resort transfers

Why It Is Popular in the Maldives

The GT 40 is highly suitable for:

Luxury resort transfers

Private yacht charters

Couple cruises

Fishing trips

Snorkeling excursions

Sunset cruises

Small VIP group charters

Its shallow draft, high cruising speed, and comfortable cockpit make it practical for inter-atoll transfers and lagoon cruising in the Maldives.

Typical Maldives Charter Setup

Many Maldives operators configure the GT 40 with:

2 crew + captain

Ice box & drinks setup

Snorkeling gear

Bluetooth sound system

Sun lounge cushions

Fishing equipment

BBQ setup for sandbank trips