Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Nordhavn 148 2022 vs Nordhavn 40 Flybridge 2002 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Nordhavn 148 2022 vs Nordhavn 40 Flybridge 2002 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 Nordhavn 40 Flybridge 2002 tops out at 140 hp. Engine specs for the Nordhavn 148 2022 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Nordhavn 148 2022 is rated for 44 passengers, while the Nordhavn 40 Flybridge 2002 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Nordhavn 148 2022 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Nordhavn 148 2022 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 44 passengers and at 147,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Nordhavn 40 Flybridge 2002 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail147.50 ft
Length overall - Detail40.00 ft
Length - Feet147.5
Length - Feet40
Length overall - Meters44.96
Length overall - Meters12.19
Length overall - Inches1770
Length overall - Inches480
Draft [max] - Detail8.75 ft
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters2.67
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches105
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typePower
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity22
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal68
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters257.41
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal92
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters3482.58
Engine makenot available
Engine makeLugger
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower140 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typenot available
Drive typeinboard