A sporting shape with more than one task
Windy's SR40 follows a familiar Scandinavian design priority: an efficient, visually clean sports boat that remains usable when the weather changes. The collaboration draws on exterior work by Espen Øino and interiors by Design Unlimited, giving a coherent theme to its functional details.
The boat is marketed with inboard and outboard propulsion options, each affecting the arrangement of the aft area and overall length. Windy lists approximately 12.20 metres for the inboard configuration and 13.05 metres for the outboard version, with a broad four-metre beam.
Shelter where it matters
Sliding side doors around the helm are an especially practical feature on a fast boat intended for varied conditions. They help the crew move between a protected driving position and exterior deck without treating the wheelhouse as a completely separate compartment.
That choice is relevant during docking, when short, unobstructed routes between controls and mooring points reduce the need for awkward circulation. It also matters during a sudden change in weather, when passengers may prefer shelter without ending the outing.
Windy pairs this protected environment with large exterior social areas and fold-down bulwark sections. At rest, opening part of the hull-side boundary increases the sensation of usable space and improves the connection to the water.
Performance and the practical envelope
Manufacturer figures cite speeds reaching approximately 42 knots for the inboard arrangement and 52 knots for an outboard configuration. Those are configuration-dependent maximums, not figures an owner should assume with a full crew, fuel load and rough water.
With fuel capacity quoted at 1,130 litres, a sensible operating plan still depends on a consumption curve and reserve margin. Cruising range is more useful when established at the speeds and loads the owner actually expects to use.
An optional aft cabin introduces another decision about deck space versus sleeping accommodation. A buyer focused on day trips might prioritise easy gear access, while someone planning weekend runs could value the extra berth.
The SR40's real proposition
The SR40 is not simply an open performance boat with a roof attached; its circulation and openings are designed around mixed-weather use. That makes an onboard inspection important, including a walk from stern to bow with side doors both open and closed.
Owners should also consider how inboard and outboard service requirements differ and what local facilities can support them. The propulsion decision affects maintenance access, aft-deck utility and, potentially, handling during close-quarters manoeuvres.
Windy's official model material gives the key dimensions, designer credits and engine-option context, while a properly loaded sea trial should test the finer points. The concept is most convincing to boaters who want speed without sacrificing ordinary day-to-day practicality.