JUNCO - Nordic Tugs FOR SALE

Motor yacht JUNCO is a 40 ft / 12.19 m luxury pilothouse trawler cruiser for sale, crafted and launched by Nordic Tugs. Delivered to a seasoned owner in 2017, she sleeps up to six guests in two staterooms.

Overview & key features

“JUNCO” is a well-maintained, thoughtfully upgraded 2017 Nordic Tug 40 that stands as a strong example of the model. Her care and provenance are evident throughout, and a June 2025 survey places her in above‑average condition—an immediately compelling choice for buyers seeking a capable, owner‑operated cruising vessel. Powered by a Volvo Penta D6‑370 with approximately 600 hours, she delivers efficient cruising in the 8–13 knot range with top speeds in the mid‑teens. Notable equipment includes variable‑speed bow and stern thrusters, diesel hydronic heating, a comprehensive Garmin suite, an inverter/charger system, and a low‑hour Northern Lights generator. With a semi‑displacement hull, generous interior volume, and a practical pilothouse configuration, the Nordic Tug 40 is particularly well suited to the Pacific Northwest and extended coastal itineraries. One of only a handful of 40‑foot models built, this “JUNCO” incorporates numerous thoughtful improvements over the Nordic Tug 37 to offer a more modern, refined, and exceptionally well‑kept opportunity in this class.

Key features underscore her cruising credibility: variable‑speed bow and stern thrusters (Side‑Power), Espar diesel hydronic heating, a Garmin navigation suite with dual 16‑inch displays, radar, and autopilot, a MasterVolt 2500W inverter/charger system, and Lifeline AGM batteries upgraded in 2023 for both the house and thruster banks. The galley is enhanced by a Vitrifrigo stainless steel drawer freezer, while topsides and superstructure received a ceramic coating in fall 2025. Connectivity and autonomy are further elevated by an onboard Starlink satellite internet system, and she has been moored undercover from new until fall 2025. Rounding out the package is an Achilles 310AL aluminum‑hulled RIB tender with a Honda 15HP outboard and a manual Olsson davit system—exactly the kind of turnkey equipment discerning cruisers appreciate.

Walkthrough

Entry to the salon is through a wide double sliding door that opens to a warm, practical interior of teak joinery and expansive windows flooding the space with natural light. To starboard, the galley is ideally positioned for convenient use underway or at anchor, with a comfortable dinette to port. A raised pilothouse helm offers superb visibility, intuitive, well‑organized controls, and direct access to both side decks for safe, assured movement forward. Below, the accommodations comprise a forward owner’s stateroom with an island berth, a midship guest cabin with adult‑sized over‑under bunks, and a shared head with a separate stall shower. Engine room access from the pilothouse is straightforward for inspection and routine service, while additional machinery spaces beneath the salon and cockpit provide excellent access to tankage, plumbing, electrical systems, and steering components. The result is an efficient, practical layout that suits extended cruising perfectly.

Salon

The salon sets a welcoming tone with a teak interior framed by large windows and custom blinds and shades that temper the abundant natural light. To port, a comfortable seating area converts to a pull‑out double berth, complemented by a movable dining table that adapts to intimate meals or casual lounging. Entertainment flows through a Fusion stereo system zoned throughout the vessel, while the large double sliding door opens directly to the cockpit for effortless indoor‑outdoor living. Practicality is built in, including floor access to the under‑salon utility space for quick checks and service.

Galley

Situated to starboard within the salon, the galley is arranged for effortless provisioning and meal prep. A large Nova Kool refrigerator/freezer operating on 12V DC or 120V AC anchors the appliance suite, complemented by a gimbaled Force 10 LPG stove and oven, an Avanti stainless microwave, and a Vitrifrigo stainless drawer freezer/ice maker conveniently positioned beside the port‑side banquette. A Dometic wine cooler keeps vintages at the ready, while a Corian counter and a deep‑basin porcelain sink make prep and cleanup graceful. The functional layout provides ample storage so every essential has its place.

Dining area

To port, the L‑shaped banquette forms an inviting dining nook around a movable, expanding teak table that transforms from cozy to convivial in a moment. The banquette pulls out to create a double berth when guests stay aboard, and the surrounding large windows and sliding door suffuse the space with light, air, and visibility. Warm LED lighting completes the ambiance for meals at anchor or under way.

Owner's stateroom

Forward, the owner’s stateroom offers an island berth with ample headroom, generous storage lockers and hanging space, and an overhead hatch that invites light and fresh air. Opening portlights on either side, each with built‑in translucent shades, enhance cross‑ventilation and privacy, while warm LED lighting underscores the serene, retreat‑like feel.

Guest stateroom

Amidships, the guest cabin features twin over‑under berths with the lower berth widened for adult‑level comfort. Storage is expansive for extended stays, and an opening overhead hatch together with opening portlights—each fitted with built‑in translucent shades—deliver excellent light and ventilation. Warm LED lighting makes the space inviting day and night.

Head

The shared head is cleanly executed and highly functional, centered around a Tecma electric freshwater toilet and a large separate shower with glass doors. A pocket door maximizes space and privacy, while a Corian counter and ample storage keep daily routines organized and uncluttered.

Helm

Commanding from the raised pilothouse, the helm affords excellent sightlines and direct side‑deck access via doors to port and starboard. The electronics suite centers on dual 16‑inch Garmin chartplotter/radar displays, a Garmin autopilot with remote, and a Garmin VHF radio, all paired with Volvo Penta electronic controls. Close‑quarters handling is confident and quiet thanks to SidePower proportional electric bow and stern thrusters.

Aft deck & cockpit

Boarding is easy through the starboard‑side door into a self‑bailing cockpit that’s been designed for practical docking and gear handling. An LPG locker houses dual cylinders, with a deck washdown and lazarette access close at hand. Compared with her predecessors (Nordic Tug 37 and 39), this model enjoys a significantly larger cockpit, and the SeaDek decking installed in 2025 adds surefooted comfort and warmth underfoot.

Swim step

A robust, integrated swim platform extends the cockpit’s utility, served by a stainless reboarding ladder and a manual dinghy davit system for simple tender handling. SeaDek decking, installed in 2025, enhances traction and comfort at the water’s edge.

Engine room

Mechanical spaces are laid out for clarity and serviceability, highlighted by a Volvo Penta D6‑370 (370 HP) diesel with approximately 600 hours mated to a ZF 220 Marine transmission with a 2.478:1 gear ratio. Ship’s power and redundancy are supported by a Northern Lights 6 kW generator with approximately 100 hours, a Racor filtration system, and a Groco oil change system. All batteries were replaced in 2023 for worry‑free operation.

Deck & hull

Ground tackle is handled by a Lofrans Tigress 1200 electric windlass feeding a Vulcan 25 kg anchor on 275 feet of chain and 100 feet of rode, secured by an anchor snubber. Stainless deck hardware underscores durability, and a molded step in the hull side streamlines access to the pilothouse door directly from the dock.

Fuel system

Fuel capacity totals 320 gallons in two aluminum tanks of 160 gallons each, monitored by an electronic tank level gauge and two tank‑mounted sight gauges with shutoff valves. Filtration is robust, with two Racor 75900MAX fuel filters dedicated to the engine and a single Racor R12P for the generator.

Water & waste systems

Freshwater capacity is 144 gallons in a plastic tank, paired with a 32‑gallon fiberglass holding tank. A Flojet freshwater pump and a 10.5‑gallon Isotemp water heater serve domestic needs, while Whale Gulper waste and grey pump systems and a Jabsco washdown pump keep the boat clean and the systems flowing.

Electrical equipment

A robust 12V DC/120V AC electrical architecture is anchored by thirteen Lifeline AGM batteries (2023), a MasterVolt ChargeMaster 50A 12V battery charger, and a MasterVolt Mass Combi 2500W 120V inverter/charger delivering 100A at 12V. Shore power arrives via a SmartPlug connection, with a Northern Lights 6 kW generator supplying quiet, reliable power at anchor.

Mechanical equipment

Precision handling comes from SeaStar hydraulic steering and a Garmin autopilot, complemented by Side‑Power 12V variable‑speed bow and stern thrusters for fingertip control. Comfort aboard is assured by Espar diesel hydronic heat, while a dripless shaft seal system, a 4‑blade bronze left‑hand rotation 26x19 propeller, and a 2‑inch stainless steel shaft speak to proven reliability underway.

Safety & navigation

Navigation and safety are comprehensively addressed with a Garmin suite (GPS, radar, depth), a Garmin VHF radio, and a full navigation lighting system. A Fireboy fire suppression system, bilge pumps with a high‑water alarm, and safety gear compliant with United States Coast Guard standards provide peace of mind offshore and in harbor.

Additional equipment

Prepared for independent exploration, the package includes an Achilles HB‑310AL RIB tender powered by a Honda 15HP outboard, an interior set of pilothouse window covers, and an onboard Starlink satellite internet system added in 2025 to keep you connected wherever you roam.

Recent maintenance

Care and currency are evident in a thorough maintenance record: a new fresh‑water pump and expansion tank were installed in 2026; in September 2025, the engine, generator, and transmission received full service including impeller, belt, anodes, filters, and fluids; the shaft seal was renewed in 2025; the hull and superstructure were ceramic coated in fall 2025 after having been stored under cover from new until that time; SeaDek was added to the cockpit and swim platform in 2025; Starlink was installed in 2025; bottom paint and a rudder seal were completed in 2024; the dinghy outboard received a full service in 2024; all thirteen batteries were replaced with Lifeline AGM in 2023. The vessel has been washed monthly, buffed and polished annually, with regular quarterly bottom cleaning and zincs.

Exclusions

All personal property is excluded unless specifically identified and included in the sale agreement and listing specifications. Personal property refers to all items not permanently attached to the vessel, including but not limited to artwork, furnishings, and recreational or entertainment items. Advertisements, marketing materials, and photography may depict the vessel with personal property; however, such personal property is excluded unless specifically included as provided herein.

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel are offered in good faith but without guarantee or warranty as to the accuracy of the information or the condition of the vessel. Buyers are encouraged to instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate details they wish to have verified. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.