A ‘Performance 40’ is a Cruiser/Racer around 40ft and defined by the specified limitations, which utilizes information from her IRC Certificate:
IRC Band 1.075-1.150
LH 11.15m-14.1m
DLR 125-205
Max Draft 2.70m
Also known as a P40, the intention is for this to be a mostly ‘Corinthian’ Class, where family and friends get a taste of Grand Prix style Racing.
For reference a First 40 is at the bottom of the band and an XP44 is at the top of the band. This includes but is not limited to; J111s, J122s, J133s, J121, IMX40s, Grand Soleil 43s, Arcona 41s, JND 39s, Corby 41s, Mills 39s, Matt 12s, Farr 40s, King 40s, Azuree 46s, etc.
While not grabbing the headlines granted to the 52 SUPER SERIES or FAST40+ Class which attracts the elite professionals and highly refined race boats, the idea remains the same behind the P40 Class: define the racing characteristics, in both vibe and boat type.