CALIBER - 40 LRC SE - For Sale

Discover the 40 LRC SEfromCALIBER— asail yachtin ourcruising sailboatcollection, built on afiberglass hullfoundation with a composite deck. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, this 40-footer combines dependable diesel power with generous tankage for extended time aboard.

Selecting a 40 LRC SE

Choosing the 40 LRC SEis about matching real-world cruising needs with proven fundamentals. At 40 ft LOA (12.47 m) and 12 ft (3.86 m) of beam, it offers manageable size with comfortable interior volume. A single Yanmar inboard diesel favors simplicity and economy, while substantial capacities — 195 gallons of fuel and 179 gallons of water — support longer intervals between shore stops. With accommodations for up to five, it’s a practical fit for couples, families, or crews planning extended getaways.

Features of the Model

• Single inboard power: 1 × Yanmar, Dieselfor efficient propulsion
• Composite deck paired with a fiberglass hullstructure
• Accommodations for up to 5aboard
• Substantial tankage: 195 gal fueland179 gal water
• Dimensions that balance space and handling: LOA 40 ft,Beam 12 ft, and amaximum draft of 16.677 ft

Technical Specifications

• Length Overall (LOA): 40 ft (12.47 m)
• Beam: 12 ft (3.86 m)
• Draft (max): 16.677 ft (5.0833 m)
• Engine: 1 × Yanmar; Type: Inboard; Fuel: Diesel
• Accommodations: 5
• Fuel Capacity: 195 gal
• Water Capacity: 179 gal
• Hull: fiberglass construction
• Deck: Composite
• Classification: sail yacht;cruising sailboat

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a viewing of the 40 LRC SEbyCALIBER, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications, ownership options, and delivery timelines tailored to your cruising plans.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of boat is the 40 LRC SE? A: It’s asail yachtmodel listed among ourcruising sailboats, featuring afiberglass hullbuild and a composite deck.

Q: What are the key dimensions of the boat? A: The LOAis 40 ft (12.47 m), thebeamis 12 ft (3.86 m), and the maximumdraftis 16.677 ft (5.0833 m).

Q: What engine powers the boat? A: The yacht is powered by 1 × YanmarInboardDieselengine.

Q: What are the fuel and water capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 195 gallons andwater capacityis 179 gallons.

Q: How do I buy or schedule a viewing? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss ordering, specifications, and viewing options for the40 LRC SEbyCALIBER.

Owner Experience Review

Owners choose the 40 LRC SEfromCALIBERfor long-range passagemaking and life aboard; multiple reports describe extended cruising, including 8+ years covering the U.S. East Coast and 22 Caribbean countries. Underway it feels heavy and reassuring, with good tracking from its skeg-hung rudder and modified fin/full-keel underbody, and it is commonly described as very easily handled by a couple. Below, the interior is set up for living aboard: about 6'5" salon headroom, a full forward stateroom with a private head and separate shower, abundant storage, and a roomy galley—summed up by one owner as "a floating Condo with all the amenities." Large tankage (around 212 gal fuel and 179 gal water) underpins real range; Practical Sailor cites roughly 1,484 nm of motoring at about 7 kt with a Yanmar 50. Some note the nav seat is less comfortable and the factory fridge can be oversized for certain uses.

Real-world windward performance is modest: owners commonly report tacking angles around 96–112 degrees, with one Seattle owner logging a best of 112 degrees. In breeze, the boat tends to round up on beam and broad reaches and can roll to windward downwind, so owners reef early in 20–25+ kt. Maintenance histories include early warranty items on some boats (sails, autopilot, radar, fresh-water pump, aft holding tank, and occasional loose prop-shaft coupling bolts), and both Practical Sailor and owners mention tank problems that have led some to replacement or reconfiguration. Many owners fit a feathering Max-Prop to sharpen maneuverability and reduce sailing drag. Pre-purchase surveys are advised to pay close attention to chainplates, deck/core, and through-bolts; several owners also report responsive factory/service support. The LRC line was introduced in 1994; approximately 130 were built, and production ceased around 2010.

Pros and Cons

• Spacious, liveaboard-ready interior with about 6'5" salon headroom, a private forward head with separate shower, and abundant storage.
• Large tankage enables true range, with typical 212 gal fuel/179 gal water and a cited motoring range of about 1,484 nm at ~7 kt.
• Heavy-displacement, seakindly motion with good tracking, and commonly handled easily by a couple.
• Real-world windward ability is modest, with owner-reported tacking angles around 96–112 degrees.
• Tends to round up on beam/broad reaches and roll to windward downwind, requiring early reefing in 20–25+ kt.
• Some boats saw early warranty and tank issues (autopilot, radar, pumps, aft holding tank, prop-shaft coupling bolts) and owners note a less-comfortable nav seat and an oversized factory fridge.

Comparison with Other Models