Launched in 2021, 'Sir Ernest' is a highly competitive Class 40 yacht. She has participated in major races like Route de Rhum, TJV, Les 1000 milles des Sables, and Drheam Cup, with a notable win in the Armen Race. Built by Multiplast, she represents a reliable, high-performance VPLP Clak 40 design capable of competing with modern scows.
Meticulously maintained and ready for the 2026 Route de Rhum, she has received significant investment, making her an excellent choice for serious Class 40 racing campaigns. Includes a detailed inventory with a new Z Spars carbon mast and engine installed in 2022. Now for sale with viewings in Le Crouesty, France.
Dimensions:
LOA: 12.19 m
Beam: 4.5 m
Draft: 3.0 m
Lying: Le Crouesty, France
Built: Multiplast
Designer: VPLP Clak40
Launched: October 2021
Sails: All Purpose
Price: €370,000 Ex VAT
RIGGING & SAILS
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Carbon mast 2 spreaders, made by Z-spars (Illy Brumer plans) August 2022
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Carbon boom made by Z-spars (Illy Brumer plans) October 2021
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Rod rigging from October 2021
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All sails from All Purpose
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1 x mainsail, 2021, with C-Tech carbon battens (58.5m2)
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1 x J1, 2021 (57.5m2)
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1 x J2, 2021 (32m2)
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1 x J3, 2021 (12m2)
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1 x Large Gennaker, 2021 (105m2)
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2 x Medium spinnakers, 2021 and 2022, (190m2)
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2 x Large spinnakers, 2021 and 2022 (205m2)
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1 x Small spinnaker from 2021 (140m2)
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3 x snuffers for large, medium and small spinnaker
ON DECK
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Karver winches
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4 x Winch Handles
ELECTRONICS & INSTRUMENTS
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Electrical installation by Pixel
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B&G control system with Exocet overlay (by Pixel)
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B&G sensors and displays (including a Nemesis and a Zeus in the cockpit)
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VHF B&G V100
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AIS Advansea TR210
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Radar B&G Halo 20+
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Certus 700 Pack
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Yellowbrick fixed beacon
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Iridium survival beacon
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4G Router
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Configured onboard computer (ROM maintenance arranged)
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12" iPad pro in waterproof box with waterproof charger and stand in cockpit
MACHINERY & SYSTEMS
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Lombardini LDW 1003M 19.5kW / 27hp (March 2022) 274 hours of operation
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2 AGM 125Ah service batteries
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1 engine start battery with possibility of coupling 2 means of recharging :
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572W Solbian panels (up to 25A) or Mastervolt alternator (120A) new May 2022
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Solar Panels (total = 572W)
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Solbian-Solar deck panel 104W Q=4
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Solbian-Solar deck panel 78W Q=2
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Genasun - GV-5 Lead Acid 12 Volt MPPT Q=6
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WHALE GULPER - Bilge pump
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RULE - Ballast pump 240l/min
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3 ballast tanks port & starboard, 750L each side
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Watermaker PowerSurvivor 40
SAFETY
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Main anchor chain and warp to class rules
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4-man life raft
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EPIRB beacon valid to 2028
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OSR (World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations) Category 1 Monohull Safety gear
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1 x survival container valid to 2025
MISCELLANEOUS
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Weldox 950 and composite keel. Stainless steel strut along the leading edge.
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Kick up rudders (improved efficiency) made by Isotop.
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JP3 steering system
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Hull wrap by Filumena, white A4 antifouling on hull and appendage
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Cradle
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Various spare hardware as per full inventory
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Trotek pontoon dehumidifier
REFIT HISTORY - Carbon Mast Z spars (New 2022)
- Lombardini engine LDW 1003M 19.5kW / 27hp (New 2022)
RACE HISTORY
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2022 Les 1000 mille des Sables, Drheam Cup
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2022 Armen Race 1st
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2022 Route de Rhum
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2021 TJV
Inventory and description to be confirmed, subject to contract.
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