The Archambault 40 RC (Racing Cruiser) represents a refined evolution of the shipyard’s competitive philosophy, designed specifically to succeed under the International Rating Certificate (IRC) rule. Developed as a more sophisticated successor to the original A40, the 40 RC was the result of the long-standing collaboration between the Archambault shipyard and the naval architects at Joubert-Nivelt Design. Utilizing vacuum-infusion construction for the hull and deck, the boat achieved a high degree of structural stiffness and weight savings, which are critical for a yacht of this pedigree. It was positioned as a dual-purpose vessel capable of podium finishes in offshore regattas like the Fastnet or Sydney Hobart while remaining manageable enough for a family to cruise during the off-season.
Archambault 40 RC Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Archambault
- Model
- 40 RC
- Builder
- Archambault Boats
- Designer
- Joubert-Nivelt
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2005 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $175,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $175,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 40.7 | 39.25' | $93,628 | 66 | 23 |
| Beneteau First 40 | 40.16' | $119,000 | 55 | 19 |
| Dufour 40 Performance | 40.42' | $123,659 | 33 | 11 |
| Performance 40 | 40.42' | $123,500 | 21 | 12 |
| Elan 40 | 39.04' | $94,136 | 19 | 5 |
| Beneteau First 36 | 39.33' | $399,000 | 17 | 12 |
| Pogo 40 | 39.96' | $92,846 | 10 | 7 |
| X-Yachts X-40 | 40' | $184,900 | 10 | 6 |
| Archambault 31 | 31.33' | $88,328 | 4 | 1 |
| Archambault 40 RC | $175,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| Beneteau First 44 Performance | 48.06' | $587,439 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $175,000 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Archambault 40 RC cost?
- The median asking price for a used Archambault 40 RC over the past 12 months is $175,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Archambault 40 RC sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Archambault 40 RC listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Archambault 40 RC?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 40.7, Beneteau First 40, Dufour 40 Performance. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.