From enclosed boat to open experience: glass galore on the new Saxdor 400 GTC
Saxdor 400 GTC is one of the new boats from the renowned Swedish shipyard. It is a 12-meter yacht that emphasizes glass surfaces to deliver the brightness of an open boat combined with the comfort of an enclosed boat. It offers two outboard propulsion options, with prices starting at €286,000 (price list 2024).
Abundant glass, as much as possible, ensures a direct connection to the sea, allowing guests to fully enjoy the maritime environment even within an enclosed boat. This is the core philosophy behind the design of the new Saxdor 400 GTC.
Building on its remarkable growth over the past four years, the Helsinki-based shipyard chose the Düsseldorf Boat Show to unveil the world premiere of this 12.40-meter outboard model, positioned just below the flagship Saxdor 460 GTC.
Saxdor 400 GTC, an enclosed yet open yacht
The new Saxdor 400 GTC makes the extensive use of transparent surfaces one of its key strengths, both in terms of livability and design.
Glass literally surrounds guests inside the salon, with generous glazing extending to the aft section of the superstructure. Multiple opening sections create a seamless connection between the exterior cockpit and the interior salon or, alternatively, allow for a fully enclosed salon.
Deck Layout of Saxdor 400 GTC
The helm station on the Saxdor 400 GTC spans the full beam of the boat, extending to the companionway leading below deck, as seen on the GTO model. It features a cutting-edge dashboard with three large digital displays.
Behind the helm, there’s a well-designed living area with an L-shaped dinette, an aft sofa, and another smaller sofa on the starboard side, where the galley unit is also located.
The cockpit offers ample walkable space and includes a semi-sheltered sun pad under the hardtop. At the opposite end of the main deck, in the bow area, there is a second dinette.
The usable deck space is further enhanced by foldable bulwark sections cleverly integrated into the salon area. With its sliding side glass panels, the salon creates a completely open environment connected to the sea while technically being enclosed within the superstructure.
Even the transom is made of transparent material, providing necessary safety during navigation without obstructing the view of the sea when relaxing on the sun pad.
Below-deck Layout
On the lower deck, the Saxdor 400 GTC is laid out with two double cabins in a classic configuration: the owner’s cabin is located forward, while the guest cabin is aft in a separate, independent area with its own dedicated entrance. Additionally, there is an option to add a third berth, primarily designed for children.
The yacht features a single bathroom, situated within the owner’s cabin area. This layout means that guests staying in the aft cabin must leave their section to access the forward area.
Saxdor 400 GTC: Engines and Price
With the standard configuration of two Mercury V10 350 hp outboard engines, the starting price of the Saxdor 400 GTC is €286,000 (excluding VAT and refers to the 2024 price list).
An optional configuration is available with more powerful Mercury V10 400 hp outboard engines, which can propel the Saxdor 400 GTC to a shipyard-declared top speed of nearly 50 knots.
Both engine setups come paired with Mercury’s JPO (Joystick Piloting for Outboards) system.
Specifications
| Lenght overall | 12,40 m |
| Beam | 3,55 m |
| Draft max | 1,05 m |
| Fuel tank | 1.000 l |
| Water tank | 210 l |
| Waste water tank | 60 l |
| Gray water tank | 105 l |
| Persons on board (max) | 12 |
| Engines | 2x350 or 400 hp |
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