The Lagoon 39 2013 vs Lagoon 40 2017 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lagoon 39 2013 at 38,6 ft versus Lagoon 40 2017 at 38,6 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lagoon 39 2013 tips the scales at 25 735 lbs — 14 850 lbs more than the Lagoon 40 2017 at 10 885 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 29 hp for the Lagoon 39 2013 and 29 hp for the Lagoon 40 2017. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 106 gal and 106 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 11 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.

Displacement is where these two sailboats genuinely part ways. The Lagoon 39 2013 displaces 25 735 lbs — a 14 850-lb difference over the Lagoon 40 2017 at 10 885 lbs. That gap separates two entirely different categories of sailing: the heavier boat is built for offshore passage-making and load-carrying, while the lighter hull rewards performance sailing and easier handling in lighter air.

Both boats draw a similar depth — 4,0 ft and 4,5 ft respectively. Marina access and anchorage options should be broadly equivalent between the two.

The Lagoon 39 2013 uses fractional_rig_sloop rigging.