The Blue Jacket 40 represents a sophisticated departure from the traditional heavy-displacement, full-keel philosophy long associated with its builder, Island Packet Yachts. Conceived as a collaboration between Tim Jackett—renowned for his performance-oriented work with Tartan and C&C—and Island Packet’s Bob Johnson, the Blue Jacket 40 was designed to offer a more spirited sailing experience without sacrificing the structural integrity required for serious offshore work. Launched to critical acclaim, it secured the 2014 Cruising World Boat of the Year award for Best Midsize Cruiser, 39 to 41 Feet. The vessel features a modern performance-cruising hull form characterized by a deep fin keel with a lead bulb and a balanced spade rudder, a stark contrast to the full-keel "Packet" lineage. While the Blue Jacket 40 stands as a distinct model, it shares DNA with the broader Island Packet family in its build quality, though it does not have direct hull siblings like a 3-cabin or 4-cabin charter variant; it was built purposefully as a refined owner’s yacht.
Blue Jacket 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Blue Jacket
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Blue Jacket Yachts
- Designer
- Tim Jackett w/Bob Johnson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2012 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $295,000 |
| Mar 2025 | 2 | $350,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $315,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $364,500 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $255,000 |
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 13.6% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009) | 39.27' | $345,932 | 203 | 85 |
| Performance 40 | 40.42' | $123,500 | 21 | 12 |
| Elan 40 | 39.04' | $94,163 | 19 | 5 |
| Bavaria 40 Vision | 41.67' | $134,168 | 16 | 6 |
| Manta 40 | 39.67' | $219,900 | 11 | 2 |
| X-Yachts X-40 | 40' | $184,958 | 10 | 6 |
| Salona 40 | 39.34' | $114,862 | 8 | 4 |
| Marlow-Hunter 40 | 41.25' | $190,000 | 7 | 2 |
| Blue Jacket 40 | $364,500 | 5 | 3 | |
| Solaris 40 | 40.55' | $530,133 | 3 | 1 |
| Nautor Swan Swan 40 | 40.25' | $320,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $364,500 | 4 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Blue Jacket 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Blue Jacket 40 over the past 12 months is $364,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Blue Jacket 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Blue Jacket 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Blue Jacket 40 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Blue Jacket 40 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Do Blue Jacket 40 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Blue Jacket 40 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 13.6% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Blue Jacket 40?
- Comparable models include the Robertson and Caine 40 (2005-2009), Performance 40, Elan 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.