Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 40 Cruiser 2009 vs Formula 40 Cruiser 2010: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats
Both the Formula 40 Cruiser 2009 and the Formula 40 Cruiser 2010 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Formula 40 Cruiser 2009 at 40,0 ft versus Formula 40 Cruiser 2010 at 40,8 ft. At 22 750 lbs and 22 750 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
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 Formula 40 Cruiser 2009 and Formula 40 Cruiser 2010 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model40 Cruiser
Model40 Cruiser
Model Year2009
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. 8 in. (3.86 m)
Beam12 ft. 8 in. (3.86 m)
Beam - Meters3.86
Beam - Meters3.86
Beam - Inches152
Beam - Inches152
Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m) With IPS: 12 ft. 1 in. (3.68 m) With Radar & IPS: 13 ft. 3 in. (4.03 m) With Mast Light: 12 ft. 4 in. (3.76 m) With Mast Light & IPS: 14 ft. 6 in. (4.41 m) With Radar & Mast Light: 14 ft. 6 in. (4.28 m) With Hardtop & Mast Light: 14 ft. 11 in. (4.55 m) With Hardtop, Satellite TV & Mast Light: 16 ft. 8 in. (5.07 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m) With IPS: 12 ft. 1 in. (3.68 m) With Radar & IPS: 13 ft. 3 in. (4.03 m) With Mast Light: 12 ft. 4 in. (3.76 m) With Mast Light & IPS: 14 ft. 6 in. (4.41 m) With Radar & Mast Light: 14 ft. 6 in. (4.28 m) With Hardtop & Mast Light: 14 ft. 11 in. (4.55 m) With Hardtop, Satellite TV & Mast Light: 16 ft. 8 in. (5.07 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters5.08
Bridge clearance - Meters5.08
Bridge clearance - Inches200
Bridge clearance - Inches200
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m) With Volvo IPS: 44 in. (1.12 m)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m) With Volvo IPS: 44 in. (1.12 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Inches44
Draft [max] - Inches44
Weight - DetailGas: 20,950 lbs. (9,502 kg) Diesel: 22,150 lbs. (10,047 kg) With Hardtop - Gas: 21,550 lbs. (9,774 kg) With Hardtop - Diesel: 22,750 lbs. (10,319 kg)
Weight - DetailGas: 20,950 lbs. (9,502 kg) Diesel: 22,150 lbs. (10,047 kg) With Hardtop - Gas: 21,550 lbs. (9,774 kg) With Hardtop - Diesel: 22,750 lbs. (10,319 kg)
Weight - kg10319.22
Weight - kg10319.22
Weight - lbs.22750
Weight - lbs.22750
Length - Meters12.45
Length - Meters12.45
Length - Feet40
Length - Feet40.83
Length - Inches10
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 7 in. (12.98 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 7 in. (12.98 m)
Length overall - Detail40 ft. 10 in. (12.45 m)
Length overall - Detail40.83 ft. (12.45 m)
Length overall - Meters12.45
Length overall - Meters12.45
Length overall - Inches490
Length overall - Inches489.96
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines2
Max no of engines2
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta twin IPS 500 gas 400 hp with joystick
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Twin IPS 550 Gas 400HP with Joystick
Fuel tank capacity - Detail250 gal. (946 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail250 gal. (946 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters946.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters946.35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal250
Fuel tank capacity - Gal250
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m)
Headroom6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail57 gal. (216 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail57 gal. (216 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters215.77
Holding tank capacity - Liters215.77
Holding tank capacity - Gal57
Holding tank capacity - Gal57