Boat builder
North Wind
Spain · founded 1973
Yard near Barcelona known for solid offshore cruiser-racers such as the NW 40 and the Penna-designed NW 47, later also larger custom yachts.
Build quality Premium / bluewater
Hand-finished, heavily built cruisers: vinylester or epoxy, solid laminate below the waterline, and bulkheads glassed (tabbed) to the hull. Expensive, but they keep their value.
Line-up by size
| Model | Length | Built | Boat type | Hull |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Wind 40 | 40 ft · 12.2 m | 1970s–80s | Bluewater Cruiser | Fibreglass (GRP) |
| North Wind 47 | 47 ft · 14.3 m | 1980s–90s | Bluewater Cruiser | Fibreglass (GRP) |