1979 Hughes 40' (12.19 m) 40
GREEN COVE SPRINGS, Florida, United States
Refit Year: 2015 Phoenix VII
Highly regarded blue water vessel. Well cared for and being sold with a broken heart.
Flag of Registry: Canada
Port of Registry: Ottawa
- Ketch
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: HBW40072M79K
- Stock #: 1133665
Vessel ID# Last Updated: 2025-11-28 07:46:34
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| New Autopilot |
| Rigid Dogger |
| Folding Swim Platform |
| Fully Enclosed Cockpit |
| Rigged for Single-Handed |
| Notable Upgrades: |
| Date Listed: 10/30/2025 |
Description
This one is not going to last long! Hughes boats have been recognized for years for their battleship-like construction, strength, and "sailability". They certainly aren't the fastest blue-water cruising boats out there, but they're pretty tough to beat when it comes to stable sailing and dependability. And, this one has had lots of upgrades that take it well beyond the standard production Hughes.
In 2015, all standing rigging and everything inside the hull was removed. All the chainplates and all the standing rigging were replaced. Additionally, all electrical wiring was replaced and upgraded, and all lighting converted to LED. The fuel tanks were replaced with three (3) new aluminum tanks (200 gal total capacity), and new fresh-water tanks (4 poly/33 gal ea., 1 52 gal SS) were added. The hull was then insulated from the waterline up, the joinery was reinstalled, and new headliners were added.
In 2022, a rigid dogger was added along with an integrated fold-up swim platform, and a dedicated locker was added for the twin LP tanks feeding a new ENO LP stove. The cockpit was also fully enclosed with new canvas and Isinglass.
In 2024, an all-new refrigeration system was installed, and a new 2000-watt sine-wave inverter was added.
Finally, in 2025, a new hydraulic autopilot was added.
This one's a cruising sailor's dream. The two-cabin, two-head layout provides plenty of privacy for everyone onboard, and the cockpit access to the aft cabin is a unique feature. And, since the current owner sailed alone 85% of his time on the water, it's set up to single-hand it with ease.
Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Engel & Völkers Yachting. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: HBW40072M79K
Official Number: 842146
Stock #: 1133665
LOA: 40' (12.19 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1979
Refit Year: 2015
Beam: 13' 4''
LWL: 31'
Draft Max: 4' 9''
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 6
Heads: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Fuel Tank: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Fresh Water: 184.92 Gallons (700 Liters)
Displacement: 28000
Ballast Weight: 9000 lbs
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Perkins
- Engine Model: 4.236
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 66.00
- Power KW: 49.22
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 4000.00
- Hours Date: 10-30-2025
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
SAIL INVENTORY
Mainsail-------------Fair condition
Mizzensail----------Fair condition
Jib--------------------(2) Both in fair condition
Genoa---------------150 in fair condition
Spinnaker-----------Fair condition
Others---------------Storm jib - fair condition
MAST & RIGGING
All standing rigging replaced in 2015
Masts----------Ketch rig - Both masts aluminum
------------------Main mast keel stepped
------------------Mizzen mast deck stepped
Boom----------Both booms aluminum
Forestay------Good condition, no frays or kinks
Backstay--------------Good condition, no frays or kinks
Inner Shrouds-------Good condition, no frays or kinks
Outer Shrouds------Good condition, no frays or kinks
Spreaders------------Good condition
Chainplates----------Stainless steel, bolted to hull
ELECTRONICS
GPS/Chartplotter-----------Raymarine i70
Knotmeter--------------------Raymarine i70
Depthsounder---------------Raymarine i70
Wind---------------------------Raymarine i70
Autopilot----------------------Raymarine p70s
VHF Radio-------------------Uniden UM525
AIS-----------------------------Class B
AM/FM Radio---------------Sony
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Solar Panels----------One 190w on starboard rail
---------------------------Two 100w panels on davit aft
---------------------------Two 75w panels on cabin top
Solar Controllers----Two Morningstar SunSaver-10
---------------------------Two Morningstar SunSaver-6
Batteries---------------One 12V engine start (2024)
---------------------------Four 6V storage (2023)
---------------------------Two 6V storage (spare-2023)
Inverter-----------------2000W Pure Sine Wave (2024)
The electrical system is also set up to operate at
120V (US &CAN) or 240V (EURO).
GROUND TACKLE
Anchors----------65K CQR style plow
---------------------25K CQR
---------------------Fortress style of unknown weight
Windlass---------LoFrans' electric w/remote
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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