The Valiant 40-2 represents the refined, second-generation evolution of what many maritime historians consider the most influential offshore cruising yacht of the late 20th century. While the original Valiant 40, penned by legendary designer Robert H. Perry in 1973, broke the mold by proving that a "performance cruiser" could feature a fin keel and skeg-hung rudder rather than a traditional heavy full keel, the 40-2 is the iteration built primarily in Texas by Valiant Yachts beginning in the early 1990s. This model retained the iconic double-ended (canoe stern) hull form but utilized updated construction techniques and modern resins, successfully distancing the brand from the blistering issues associated with the early "Uniflite" era of production. The 40-2 is fundamentally a "blue water" vessel, designed for long-passage reliability, and served as the direct precursor to the Valiant 42, which utilized the same hull with an added bowsprit.
Used Valiant 40-2 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Valiant
- Model
- 40-2
- Builder
- Uniflite/Valiant Yachts
- Designer
- Bob Perry
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - 1992
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