Waarschip 740 Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

24.28' · 7.4 m

Disp.

3,307 lbs · 1,500 kg

First year

1978

The Waarschip 740 represents a pivotal moment in the Dutch yard’s history, bridging the gap between the competitive "Quarter Tonner" racing scene and the demand for a dedicated family cruiser. Introduced in the mid1970s as a more spacious alternative to the legendary Waarschip 725, the 740 utilized the robust plywoodandepoxy construction methods that defined the brand’s DIY ethos. According to the historical archives at Waarschip, the model was specifically engineered to offer higher initial stability and a more voluminous interior than its predecessors, making it a staple of the Dutch inland and coastal sailing landscape for decades.