Kerteminde, Denmark
sport-cruiserPre-ownedX-Yachts
Kerteminde, Denmark
For your attention, we offer another fantastic X-Yacht X-41. The model needs no introduction. It is a legend in this size thanks to the Danish excellence of X-Yachts.
"Tomcat" has all the features of special racer cruisers. Their current owner, who is the second owner of the yacht races in double-handed and full crew. The boat has measurement certificates for ORC-DH (double-handed) and ORCi.
She has a complete sail wardrobe, mostly in top-line laminate - EPEX by Elvstrom Sails and One Sails. In terms of interior, the yacht is absolutely sound with very minimal wear around the furniture here and there, but less than expected for a 20-year-old craft that has been racing and cruising actively throughout her entire lifespan - courtesy of Danish build quality.
Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of sailing heritage in a fantastic shape that will keep delivering many great moments in cruising and racing alike.
Service we can offer additionally:
1. We can arrange specialised transport with a flatbed trailer to any point in Europe or the Turkish coast
2. Custom carbon fibre bowsprit production - for those of you who want to go hard on racing optimisation, we are happy to produce a custom bowsprit to get more edge on the racecourse
More details below, and any questions are welcome!
Hull:
Bottom treatment from yard (epoxy and antifouling)
Antifouling last applied June 2026 – Hard racing White
Stainless steel chafing strip around
Engine:
Engine: Volvo Penta D2-40
Saildrive seal for engine replaced October 2017
Rigging:
Rod rigging
Carbon Rig (mast, boom and spinnaker pole from Nordic Mast)
Eye for top halyard installed
Carbon headfoil
Racing rope package around - Blocks, sheets, inhauler
4x winch handles
Carbon wheel
Instruments:
Full Raymarine ST290 system installed.
Chartplotter at navastation
VHF with AIS connected to plotter
Autopilot keypad in cockpit
Keypad to control mast displays in cockpit
4 x Raymarine ST290 graphical multi in bracket on mast.
Sails:
Main: One Sail 4T Forte 225R - delivered mid-June 2025
J2 Light/medium One sails Forte 225R New (20/8-2022)
J2 Medium 2019 - Elvstrøm Sails EPEX
J4 Heavy grey skin 2019 as new - Elvstrøm Sails EPEX
S1 – 2021 masthead spinnaker, very good condition, Elvstrøm Sails
S2 – 2019 masthead spinnaker, very good condition, Elvstrøm Sails
Spinnaker staysail 2020 with furler - Elvstrøm Sails EPEX
Code 0
Storm Jib / Trysail
Electrical:
Shore power with 40A charger
Eberbächer D4 heating system
Boiler for hot water
Separate battery for the refrigerator
Additional service battery
Interior:
Upholstery in Alcantara "Brittany blue"
Custom spring mattress for cabin
Shelves/cabinets for cruising ( instead of fly berths for racing)
Miscellaneous
Cockpitshower
Removable anchor box
Winter cover for winter storage
2 x gas bottles
2 fire extinguishers (need to be serviced)
Fireblanket
Mooring lines,
6 fenders
Anchor equipment
Emergency tiller
The X-Yachts X-41 is an iconic International One-Design sport cruiser designed by the legendary Niels Jeppesen and built by the Danish shipyard X-Yachts
1. Conceptual Origins & Development (2005–2006)
Following the immense success of the X-35 one-design class launched in 2005, X-Yachts wanted to create a larger thoroughbred sister ship. The goal was to build a highly competitive 41-foot fleet racer that could also perform beautifully under ORCi and IRC handicap rating rules, yet still offer comfortable accommodations for family cruising.
When it debuted in late 2006, the response from the global sailing community was immediate—70 boats were purchased within the first 18 months, making it one of the fastest-selling 40+ foot one-design classes in history.
2. The Production Era (2007–2014)
Official production ran from 2007 to 2014, during which exactly 88 hulls were completed.
The X-41 pioneered several weight-saving and structural build techniques for production yachts. Rather than using the heavy galvanized steel grid traditionally used by X-Yachts to take keel and mast loads, the X-41 utilized a downsized steel frame paired with a molded fiberglass liner, which significantly decreased structural weight without sacrificing hull stiffness. To save further weight, the hull and deck were bonded using advanced adhesives instead of traditional mechanical toe-rail fasteners.
3. Racing Pedigree and ISAF Class Status
The X-41 quickly received formal recognition from the International Sailing Federation (ISAF). This status cemented its competitive legacy, launching highly competitive One-Design World Championships that ran from 2009 through 2016.
"Best Crossover" Winner: In 2008, Sailing World magazine honoured the X-41 as the Boat of the Year for Best Crossover, praising its ability to effortlessly bridge the gap between aggressive starting-line racing and cruising anchorages.
World Championship Dominance: The class saw fierce international competition, notably dominated by Italian, Estonian, and Finnish teams (such as skipper Mati Sepp's Technonicol and Aaro Cantell's Normona)