Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe IP440byISLAND PACKETis a capablesail yachtpurpose-built as a comfortablecruising sailboatwith a durablefiberglass hull. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, it combines Robert Johnson’s thoughtful design with efficient single-diesel propulsion and generous accommodations for extended cruising.
Selecting a IP440
Choosing the IP440makes sense if you value a true cruising platform: a full-displacement hull for comfortable motion, an efficient single inboard diesel, and practical tankage for time off the grid. With up to seven berths and two heads, this model suits cruising couples, families, or passagemakers who appreciate dependable systems and Robert Johnson’s balanced design. Consult Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to match the rightIP440opportunity to your plans and preferred gear profile.
Features of the Model
- Robust full-displacement underbody for predictable handling offshore and inshore.
- Construction focused on longevity: fiberglass hullwith a fiberglass deck.
- Propulsion simplicity: 1x Yanmar inboard diesel for reliable, economical running.
- Designer continuity: hull and interior by Robert Johnson for cohesive ergonomics and stowage.
- Cruising efficiency: about 6.5 kn cruise and 8 kn max, aligned with a displacement sailing brief.
- Liveaboard practicality: sleeps up to 7 with 2 heads, plus substantial fresh water and fuel capacities.
- Backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales expertise for search, inspection, and closing support.
Technical Specifications
- LOA: 45 ft (13.94 m)
- Beam: 14 ft (4.37 m)
- Draft (min): 16.404 ft (5 m)
- Draft (max): 16.404 ft (5 m)
- Cruising speed: 6.5 kn (7.48 mph)
- Maximum speed: 8 kn (9.21 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 22 GT
- Engines: 1 x Yanmar
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Hull material: fiberglass
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull configuration: Full Displacement
- Hull designer: Robert Johnson
- Interior designer: Robert Johnson
- Accommodations: up to 7 berths; sleeps 7
- Heads: 2
- Fresh water capacity: 260 gal
- Fuel capacity: 160 gal
Pricing and Ordering
Current pricing and availability for the IP440vary by vessel condition, inventory, and location. Contact Shestakov Yacht Sales for a tailored market brief, active listings, and recent comparable sales. Andrey Shestakov can arrange viewings, coordinate surveys and sea trials, negotiate terms, and streamline documentation and delivery.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the IP440? A: It’s asail yachtconfigured as a comfortablecruising sailboatwith a durablefiberglass hull, designed by Robert Johnson and built byISLAND PACKET. Key focus areas includedesign balance,comfort, andreliability.
Q: What are the performance numbers? A: The IP440offers acruising speedof 6.5 kn (7.48 mph) and amaximum speedof 8 kn (9.21 mph), consistent with itsFull Displacementhull and singleYanmarinboarddieselpropulsion.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard comfortably? A: The yacht provides sleepsfor 7 with2 heads, supported by a 45 ft LOA and 14 ft beam for balanced interior volume and deck space.
Q: What are the tank capacities? A: Water capacityis 260 gallons andfuel capacityis 160 gallons, suitable for extended cruising intervals between shore services.
Q: How can I purchase one through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out to Shestakov Yacht Sales.Andrey Shestakovwill guide you to suitableIP440options, arrangeinspections,surveys, andsea trials, and managenegotiationandclosingend-to-end.
Owner Experience Review
Owners describe the IP440fromISLAND PACKETas a true bluewater cruiser introduced in 2005 and built to go places. The heavy-displacement hull delivers a seakindly, comfortable ride in waves, which shows up on long passages and sloppy coastal days alike. Light-wind performance is a known weak spot, but when the breeze fills to 18–20 knots, forum reports cite a steady 7–9 knots under full main and genoa. Occasional club racing happens, yet expectations are realistic: an Island Packet isn’t going to win, but it will finish.
Life aboard is a strong suit. The two-cabin, two-head layout, a large U-shaped galley, and a forward-facing nav station are consistently praised for practicality underway and at anchor. Interior joinery is noted for quality, with solid teak/oak soles and headroom in the ~6.4–6.5 ft range. Generous tankage—about 160 gallons of fuel and roughly 260 gallons of water in typical listings—plus abundant storage support liveaboard and extended cruising, while families appreciate the comfortable saloon for coastal weekends.
Maintenance feedback is pragmatic. A genset commonly lives under the nav-seat area and, like any generator, needs routine service. Owners point to the usual long-range cruising upkeep: standing and running rigging, periodic sail replacement, and regular diesel servicing. Construction is regarded as robust, though there are historical reports of osmotic blisters on older boats—most advise a careful survey of the hull and seacocks. Molded/fiberglass water and holding tanks are frequently mentioned as a plus, reducing future replacement worries.
Pros and Cons
- Seakindly, heavy-displacement ride provides notable comfort offshore and on passages.
- Generous tankage (~160 gal fuel, ~260 gal water) and ample storage suit long-term liveaboard cruising.
- Robust construction and molded fiberglass tanks reduce long-term replacement concerns.
- Light-wind performance is a weakness; the IP440is not quick and won’t win races.
- Requires patience in marginal breeze, rewarding trim over outright speed.
- Older examples may show osmotic blisters; a thorough hull and seacock survey is recommended.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IP440 | 45' 0" (13.94 m) | 14' 0" (4.37 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 6.5 kn / 8 kn | 22 |
| 38 | 41' 0" (12.65 m) | 12' 0" (3.86 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | - | - |
| 349 | 38' 0" (11.66 m) | 12' 0" (3.81 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | - | - |
| 29 | 32' 0" (9.75 m) | 10' 0" (3.30 m) | 13' 11" (4.25 m) | - | - |
| 370 | 37' 0" (11.53 m) | 13' 0" (3.99 m) | - | 6 kn / 13 kn | - |
| 380 | 39' 0" (12.06 m) | 13' 0" (4.01 m) | - | - | - |
| 485 | 51' 0" (15.72 m) | 15' 0" (4.67 m) | 17' 3" (5.25 m) | 7.6 kn | 28 |
| IP 32 | 35' 0" (10.67 m) | 11' 0" (3.50 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | - | - |
| IP 38 | 41' 0" (12.65 m) | 12' 0" (3.86 m) | 16' 5" (5 m) | 6 kn / 8 kn | - |
| IP40 | 41' 0" (12.65 m) | 12' 0" (3.94 m) | 15' 4" (4.67 m) | - | - |
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