Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fairline Squadron 42 2012 vs Fairline Targa 38 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Fairline Squadron 42 2012 vs Fairline Targa 38 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 513 hp, the Fairline Targa 38 2007 has a 298-hp advantage over the Fairline Squadron 42 2012's 215-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 12 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Fairline Squadron 42 2012 at 42,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Fairline Targa 38 2007 at 39,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail42.45 ft
Length overall - Detail39 ft. 10 in. (12.13 m)
Length - Feet42.45
Length - Feet39
Length overall - Meters12.94
Length overall - Meters12.14
Length overall - Inches509
Length overall - Inches478
Beam13.84 ft
Beam12 ft. (3.65 m)
Beam - Meters4.22
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches166
Beam - Inches144
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 6 in. (1.50 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches42
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail16,960 lbs. (7,687 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg7692.92
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1696
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailTransport: TBA Above Waterline: TBA
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters12.13
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeVOLVO
Engine makenot available
Horsepower215 hp
Horsepowernot available
Drive typeinboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine 2 Engine MakeVOLVO
Engine 2 Engine Makenot available
Engine 2 Horsepower220 hp
Engine 2 Horsepowernot available
Engine 2 Drive Typeinboard
Engine 2 Drive Typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail168 gal. (636 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters635.95
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal168
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine max512.9 - 611.5 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4 - (6 with optional double berth insert)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity78 gal. (296 l)
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeFairline
Modelnot available
ModelTarga 38
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2007
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass