SAXDOR YACHTS - Saxdor 400 GTO - For Sale

From SAXDOR YACHTS, theSaxdor 400 GTOblends outboard performance with day‑cruiser comfort in a contemporarymotor yachtprofile. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales, it stands out in today’smotor yachtsarena for its speed, efficiency, and shallow‑draft versatility.

Selecting a Saxdor 400 GTO

Choosing the Saxdor 400 GTOmeans balancing speed and simplicity with real‑world utility. At 40 ft (12.4 m) LOA and a 13 ft (4 m) beam, it offers confident proportions, while a 2.953 ft (0.9 m) draft invites near‑shore cruising and easy marina access. Twin Mercury outboards deliver quick acceleration and notable efficiency, and thefiberglass and plastichull with a fiberglass deck keeps weight sensible and maintenance straightforward.

Features of the Model

• Performance you can feel: Cruise at 28 kn (32.22 mph) and run up to 45 kn (51.78 mph) when conditions allow.
• Power and fuel: 2 x Mercury outboards, Gas/Petrol, for reliable, familiar service and responsive handling.
• Practical capacities: 264.17 gal fuel and 92.46 gal fresh water support active day boating and weekends aboard.
• Comfort at anchor and underway: A wide 13 ft (4 m) beam promotes deck stability, with 1 head to serve guests and crew.
• Construction confidence: A fiberglass and plastichull paired with a fiberglass deck for durability and easy care.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: SAXDOR YACHTS
• Model: Saxdor 400 GTO
• Category: motor yachts/motor yacht
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• LOA: 40 ft (12.4 m)
• Beam: 13 ft (4 m)
• Draft (max): 2.953 ft (0.9 m)
• Engines: 2 x Mercury, Outboard, Gas/Petrol
• Cruising speed: 28 kn (32.22 mph)
• Maximum speed: 45 kn (51.78 mph)
• Fuel capacity: 264.17 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 92.46 gal
• Heads: 1

Pricing and Ordering

Work directly with Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales to review current market availability for the Saxdor 400 GTO, discuss specifications withSAXDOR YACHTS, and arrange viewings, surveys, and sea trials. Our brokerage team will guide you through offer, negotiation, inspection, and closing to secure the right boat at the right value.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Saxdor 400 GTO? A: It’s a modernmotor yachtwithin the broadermotor yachtsclass, built with a durablefiberglass and plastichull forreliabilityandlow maintenance.

Q: How fast is the Saxdor 400 GTOand what engines does it use? A: Powered bytwin outboardsfrom Mercury, it cruises at28 kn (32.22 mph)and reaches amaximum speedof45 kn (51.78 mph)onGas/Petrol.

Q: Is the Saxdor 400 GTOsuitable for shallow waters? A: Yes. With adraftof 2.953 ft (0.9 m), it’s well‑suited for near‑shore exploring, beach runs, and marinas with limited depth.

Q: What are the key dimensions and capacities of the Saxdor 400 GTO? A:LOAis 40 ft (12.4 m),beamis 13 ft (4 m),fuel capacityis 264.17 gal,water capacityis 92.46 gal, and there is 1headfor onboard convenience.

Q: How can Shestakov Yacht Sales help me purchase the Saxdor 400 GTO? A: Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for fullbrokeragesupport—spec verification withSAXDOR YACHTS, schedulingsurveyandsea trial, and handling documentation through closing.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and reviewers tend to use the Saxdor 400 GTOas a "serious family cruiser" for weekending and dayboating, with charter listings confirming real rental use as well. On the water, its sporty twin‑stepped hull is "prompt to react and fast," and most reports place the comfortable band between roughly 20–30 knots. Typical test figures cite about 20 kt at ~4000 rpm, ~30 kt at ~4500 rpm with around 4 l/nm, and up to roughly 42 kt depending on 300–400 hp outboard selections. Owners also note a fundamental trade‑off: "if you make the boat lighter, it will get better fuel economy but will sacrifice ride quality." A few forum voices add that fold‑down sides and the transom can flex under load, and caution about ocean use with lighter builds and single‑engine setups.

Built by SAXDOR YACHTS, the boat’s liveability is defined by a two‑cabin lower deck with a separate shower and head, a regular‑size bow cabin, and an impressively wide aft berth, making multi‑day cruising feasible. The cockpit’s convertible modules and drop‑down side terraces are widely praised for creating a big social space at anchor, although feedback isn’t unanimous—one forum comment goes as far as "Saxdor aft cockpits are useless" for fishing and everyday chores. Galley and systems are compact, with one owner noting of the diesel hob that "the boiling time is a bit slow — you have To be patient." On the ownership side, minor fit/trim hiccups crop up (hinges on the terraces "have a habit of bending" and a few anchor‑system failures have been reported), reliability impressions are mixed across owner groups, and service access is workable but tight for a 40' outboard layout. A thorough pre‑purchase survey and a sea trial in your home waters remain smart steps.

Pros and Cons

• Responsive, efficient twin‑stepped hull with a comfortable 20–30 kt cruising band.
• Two cabins with a separate shower and head enable genuine weekend cruising.
• Drop‑down terraces and a convertible cockpit create an expansive lounge at anchor.
• The weight‑versus‑ride compromise means lighter setups feel harsher in a chop.
• Reports of flex and hinge issues on the fold‑down sides can make terraces hard to close.
• Mixed practicality feedback: the aft cockpit/daybed is criticized for fishing and everyday use.

Comparison with Other Models