Melges 40


The Melges 40 is a high-performance racing yacht designed by Botin Partners and built by Premier Composite Technologies. Featuring a canting keel, twin rudders, and a retractable bowsprit, delivering exceptional speed and agility. Its lightweight epoxy-infused carbon fibre hull with a foam core ensures rapid acceleration and impressive downwind performance.

"PP1" is a standout Melges 40 and a dominant force in Melbourne's sailing scene with an impressive results list against it's competitors. PP1 claimed line honours in 2024 Cock of the Bay, setting a new race record. She has also claimed line honours in the ORCV Geelong passage race, Blairgowrie race, and finished 1st in the Festival of Sails Super 40 division.

Equipped with a comprehensive Doyle sail wardrobe tailored for maximum performance--including multiple mainsails (one brand new), headsails, and spinnakers--"PP1" is race-ready. Its advanced carbon fibre mast and sloop rigging further enhance its competitive edge. With a no expenses spared grand prix fitout, this yacht represents a rare opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a proven winner.

Region
Victoria
Location
Melbourne VIC
Usage
Racing
Launch Year
2016
Hull
Carbon Fibre
Builder
Premier Composites
Length
40' - 12.19m
Beam
3.53
Draft
3.20
Engine Make
Lombardini
Engine
Lifting propeller
Horsepower
20hp
Safety Gear
Category 3, including additional stanchions and bunks
Bilge Pumps
7
Life Jackets
20
Electrics
Replaced all batteries 2025
1 x start battery
1 x house battery
2 x keel batteries
Electronics
B&G H5000 Processor
3 x 20/20's on mast bracket
3 x GFDs on mast bracket
3D Motion Sensor
Heel Sensor
Rudder angle sensor
Forestay load cell
Wifi antenna
Pansonic Toughbook
Sail Inventory
New 2025 Upwind Inventory (Doyle Sails)

Mainsail A - ORC Area - 2019
Mainsail B - One Design Area - 2018
Mainsail C - Reduced Area Offshore - 2022
Mainsail D - One Design Area - 2025
Mainsail E - One Design Area - BRAND NEW UNUSED

J1 A - 2017
J1 B - 2019
J1 D - 2025

J2 A - 2017
J2 B - 2019
J2 C - 2025
J3.5 A - 2025
J5 - A - 2022

A 1-A
A 1-B
A 1- C
A 2-A
A 2-B
A 2-C
A3-A
A 4-A

Quantum Code Zero
Mast / Rigging
Southern Spars Two Piece Mast
EC3 Rigging
Gorilla Headfoil


ABOUT THE SELLER

Jeremy O'Connell
Melbourne
VIC 3183 Australia


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