The Melges 40 represents the absolute zenith of the Melges Performance Sailboats lineage, marking a bold transition from traditional fixed-keel sportboats to the complex world of canting-keel grand prix racing. Launched in 2016, this carbon-fiber thoroughbred was the result of an ambitious collaboration between Melges and Botin Partners Naval Architecture, a design firm renowned for their dominance in the TP52 and America’s Cup circuits. Unlike its predecessors, which focused on accessible high-speed sailing for a broad demographic, the Melges 40 was engineered specifically for a professional-level owner-driver circuit, pushing the boundaries of what a 40-foot one-design could achieve. The design is characterized by its ultra-light displacement, twin rudders, and a canting keel capable of swinging 45 degrees to either side, providing immense righting moment without the weight of a massive crew. This vessel was built to be the "fastest one-design keelboat in the world" for its size, utilizing a hull shape that is narrow at the waterline but gains significant form stability through its flared topsides and chined hull.
Melges 40 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Melges
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Melges Performance Sailboats
- Designer
- Botin Partners
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2017 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $204,014 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J-Boats J/70 | 22.74' | $45,000 | 25 | 12 |
| Melges 32 | 31.83' | $69,900 | 14 | 2 |
| Melges 24 | 24' | $31,837 | 12 | 3 |
| Pogo 40 | 39.96' | $92,840 | 10 | 7 |
| Swan ClubSwan 50 | 54.92' | $854,104 | 10 | 6 |
| One Design 31 | 31.36' | $216,406 | 9 | 7 |
| Melges 14 | 14' | $6,450 | 8 | 3 |
| Phoenix Elite | 18.11' | $34,448 | 6 | 1 |
| Farr 40 OD | 40.72' | $78,026 | 3 | 1 |
| Melges 40 | $204,014 | 1 | 0 | |
| Beneteau First 44 Performance | 48.06' | $587,623 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $204,014 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Melges 40 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Melges 40 over the past 12 months is $204,014. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Melges 40 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Melges 40 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Melges 40?
- Comparable models include the J-Boats J/70, Melges 32, Melges 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.