Choosing the Perfect 40 ft Express Cruiser - Ventura V400 Crossover vs. V400 HT
If you’re in the market for a 40 ft boat that offers a combination of speed, comfort, and versatility, then you should consider an express cruiser with sterndrives that come with a 5-year warranty. In this blog, we’ll explore two excellent models to help you make the right choice – the Ventura V400 Crossover and the Ventura V400 HT.
Ventura V400 Crossover: A Versatile Cruiser
The Ventura V400 Crossover is a versatile cruiser that provides an excellent balance between comfort and speed. The boat is 40 feet long and is powered by twin sterndrives with a 5-year warranty. It has a spacious cockpit and a comfortable cabin that can accommodate up to six people. The boat also comes equipped with a range of features, including a wet bar, a sun pad, and a swim platform.
The Ventura V400 Crossover is perfect for families and groups of friends who love to spend time on the water. It’s great for cruising, watersports, and fishing, and it can handle all kinds of conditions, thanks to its deep-V hull design.
Ventura V400 HT: A Stylish Hardtop Cruiser
If you’re looking for a more stylish and luxurious option, then the Ventura V400 HT is an excellent choice. This boat is also 40 feet long and is powered by twin sterndrives with a 5-year warranty. It has a sleek hardtop design that provides protection from the sun and rain, and it also features a spacious cockpit and a luxurious cabin.
The Ventura V400 HT is perfect for those who want to cruise in style and comfort. It’s great for entertaining guests, and it comes equipped with a range of amenities, including a grill, a refrigerator, and a sound system. The boat also has an impressive top speed of 45 mph, making it perfect for those who want a fast and exciting ride.
Which One Should You Choose?
Both the Ventura V400 Crossover and the Ventura V400 HT are excellent boats that offer a combination of speed, comfort, and versatility. The choice ultimately depends on your personal preferences and needs. If you’re looking for a more versatile boat that can handle all kinds of conditions and activities, then the Ventura V400 Crossover is the perfect choice. However, if you’re looking for a more luxurious and stylish option, then the Ventura V400 HT is the way to go.
In conclusion, a 40 ft express cruiser with sterndrives that come with a 5-year warranty is an excellent investment that will provide you with years of enjoyment on the water. Consider the Ventura V400 Crossover and the Ventura V400 HT as your options when searching for the perfect boat.
Ventura V400 Crossover Performance
A Versatile Express Cruiser
The tests of the Ventura 400 Crossover in the bay waters, on a relatively calm day, with small waves and wind around 8 knots. On board, there were three people, 84 gallons of fuel, and 26 gallons of water. The 40-foot boat was equipped with two Volvo Penta V8 EVC DPS engines, 350 hp each.
When you sit at the helm, with a double seat, you will notice that it is a pleasant boat to pilot. Engines running, comes the certainty of being on board a navigator hull. To begin with, the speedboat goes into plan very quickly, slightly lifting the bow.
Afterward, it’s impressively fast, with tremendous sprinting. Acceleration is aggressive but sure, without ever getting out of control. In the tight curves, it slightly heels, but not so much as to awe the most unsuspecting, and keeps the speed steady while still maintaining a firm course. That feeling of total control is great, plus it’s fun to ride with emotion.
Cruising at around 24 knots, the boat proved smooth even when cutting through medium and choppy waves. To compensate for the slightly rough sea, we crossed the wakes of our boat and other larger boats that passed by, and the hull gently cushioned the impacts, not giving any strong blows.
On acceleration, the two V8s went from idle to 20 knots in 9.2 seconds. The top speed was a great 37.2 knots. Outside the Bay, there were waves over half a meter high, but mismatched by the average wind, and the boat showed the quality of the consecrated project, sailing with elegance and efficiency.
Stability was also tested, without it listing too much in tight corners. Anyway, a great big boat and another great success from Ventura Marine.
Ventura V400 measures 40 feet in length, including a 3-foot swimming platform. It measures 38 feet in length without the swim platform.
Ventura 400 HT Navigation
On a calm sea day, with small waves and wind around 8 knots, we tested the Ventura 400 HT on bay waters. On board, there were three people, 84 gallons of fuel, and 26 gallons of water. Two Volvo Penta V8 engines powered the 40-foot boat, each producing 350 horsepower.
When you sit at the helm, with a double seat, you will notice that it is a pleasant boat to pilot. Engines running, comes the certainty of being on board a navigator hull. To begin with, the speedboat goes into plan very quickly, without lifting the bow.
Afterward, it’s impressively fast, with tremendous sprinting. Acceleration is aggressive but sure, without ever getting out of control. In the tight curves, it heels a little, but without scaring the most unsuspecting and keeping the course firm and the speed stable. That feeling of total control is great, plus it’s fun to ride with emotion.
Despite cruising at 24 knots, the boat proved smooth even when cutting through medium and choppy waves. To compensate for the slightly rough sea, we crossed the wakes of our craft and other larger boats that passed by, and the hull gently cushioned the impacts, not giving any strong blows.
On acceleration, the two V8s went from idle to 20 knots in 9.2 seconds. The top speed was a great 37.2 knots. Outside the bar of Guanabara Bay, there were waves over half a meter high, but when matched with the average wind, the boat showed the quality of the consecrated project, sailing with elegance and efficiency.
Stability was also tested, without it listing too much in tight corners. Anyway, a great speedboat and another great success from Ventura Marine.
The Ventura 400 HT is a speedboat measuring 12.31 meters in length (40.3 feet) perfect for those who want to take short cruises with family and friends, which is its primary vocation, with the option of staying overnight on board for four people.
The term Crossover, borrowed from the automobile sector, means “style crossing”, with the use of elements that merge and complement each other. In the case of the V400 Crossover, the definition fits like a glove, since this 40-footer mixes the internal comfort of a cabin with the cockpit of an open boat. Yes, the V400 has all the characteristics of an open bow powerboat (huge space and use of the forward area), while having a spacious and comfortable cabin.
A crossover boat is a type of boat that combines the features of two or more different types of boats. It’s designed to provide the best of both worlds, combining the capabilities of different types of boats into one versatile package.
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