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$100k REDUCTION!
BLITZ Now Asking $199k!
Cradle & shipping container loaded with racing essentials included!
This 2008 Summit King 40 BLITZ has a proven track record of dominating Caribbean waters. This king of the seas has clinched victory in almost every race it's entered over the years, leaving its competitors in awe and envy. Notably, BLITZ clinched the prestigious Lord Nelson Trophy in Antigua in 2022, cementing its status as the ultimate racing boat of Antigua Race week. In 2023, the BLITZ continued its winning streak by claiming victory at both STIR and the BVI Spring Regatta. Having conquered every challenge the Caribbean has to offer in its class, the current owner of this esteemed vessel is now prepared to hand over the reins to the next fervent sailor who shares a relentless pursuit of excellence.Harnessing the forefront of composite technology and masterful design by Mark Mills of Mills Design, this Summit 40 BLITZ inherits the sleek, low-drag hull structure, well thought out cockpit, and deck configuration tailored for racing. Its deep CFD-refined foils and the swept, two-spreader carbon rig equipped with non-overlapping jibs and masthead kites complete this remarkable package. Undergoing a series of meticulously engineered customizations including the Hall Spars carbon mast & boom (2018), a customized carbon high-aspect spade rudder, and a newly incorporated carbon spinnaker pole in 2023 and a long sail inventory with a full 2023 set that was only used in 2 regattas this year. Furthermore, a custom keel & bulb and interior refit to trim unnecessary weight, elevating its performance to keep the team on the top of the podium time and time again. BLITZ also comes equipped with a custom cradle and a 20' container (Completely refurbished in 2022), ensuring seamless transportation to any corner of the world. Wherever your ambitions may take you, BLITZ stands poised to maintain its legacy of dominance on a global scale. Currently located in Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola BVI in summer storage. Contact Chesnee Cogswell with BVI Yacht Sales for more info, many more photos, full detailed sail inventory or to schedule a showing. BLITZ could be your fast track to the top of the podium!BLITZ Recent Upgrades3Di racing sails from North Sails in Sydney, Australia NEW 2022/23 (Used in only 2 regattas & Always kept in AC storage)B&G & A+T Nav Electronics 2023Custom Carbon Spinnaker Pole 2023 ($4,800)Streamlined keel bulb designed by from Mark Mills 2019 Hall Spars carbon Spar, Boom, Vang & new rod rigging 2018 (Over $100k Value!)Customized Carbon Fiber High-Aspect Spade Rudder 2018Yanmar 3YM30AE 29HP Engine 2018
TECHNICAL DETAILS
LENGTH OVERALL: 12.11 M 39.72 FT
WATERLINE LENGTH: 10.60 M 34.76 FT
BEAM: 3.70 M 12.13 FT
DRAFT: 2.51 M 8.23 FT
DISPLACEMENT: 7,100 KG 15,655 LB
WET SURFACE AREA: 2 9.2 SM 315 SF
RIGHTING MOMENT: 190 KG/M 1,374 FT/LBS
FORETRIANGLE: 16.0 M 52.48 FT
FORETRAINGLE BASE: 4.7 M 15.41 FT
MAINSAIL HOIST: 16.0 M 52.48 FT
MAINSAIL FOOT: 5.5 M 18.04 FT
ESTIMATED IRC RATING: 1.127 (Actual 2008)
IRC CREW NUMBER: 10
ACCOMMODATIONS
Interior
* 110V wiring, doors, stove, mattresses and any excess weight was removed in a 2018 refit.
Doorway forward into the forward stateroom, with head to starboard and a large bureau and hanging locker to port. The large double forward berth is great for sail and duffel storage aft. Large fore hatch.Head Compartment is a composite molding with integral shower sump for easy cleaning and draining, with overhead hatch. Finish is off-white with wood trim on vertical surfaces and bulkheads; lightweight bunk tops with white finish;wood drawer and cabinet trim.
Galley & Nav station countertops are clear coat carbon fiber Garmin GPSmap 4212 Chartplotter, VHF & A+T Multifunction Display and a Fusion Stereo. Vinyl covered overhead and hull sides in forward and aft cabins. Molded composite overhead in main cabin. Main cabin settee benches with lee cloth for easy storage.
Large, sit-down, forward facing 1.0 x .6m (39" x 24") nav. table with chart storage, instrument panel, battery switch panel and BLITZ Bilge Control Panel. Double quarter berth to port, single quarter berth to starboard.
Polished stainless sink recessed in counter top. Carbon Fiber counter tops. Portable 5-gallon Igloo plastic water container in Port aft cabin connected to a Jabsco Par-max 2.9 pump to refill water bottles in the cockpit for all sailors during racing. Swivel faucet pressure water. Large hinged top opening icebox. Dry goods storage bins. Storage locker under stove. Three drawers, pot storage and locker. Rubbish bin & a Raritan manual sea water toilet.
EQUIPMENT
On Deck
- Narrow chord fin keel with a custom lead bulb painted white. Keel is recessed into the hull and supported internally by a substantial aluminum frame and stainless steel keel bolts.
Fortress FX-37w/ 4ft of chain and 120ft of rode
Galvanized Brittany 6kg anchor w/ approximately 5ft of chain
Running Lights (Bow Port, Starboard and Stern lights)
Steaming Light
Anchor Light
Mechanical Equipment
- Yanmar 3YM30AE 29HP Marine Diesel NEW in 2018 (350hrs)
- Yanmar SD25 Saildrive
- Folding 2 blade propeller
- Seamless carbon fiber through-hull fittings below the waterline for raw Water Intake
- Stainless steel through hull fitting at the transom for the engine exhaust
- Jefa Twin Carbon Fiber Steering w/ stainless-steel cable led through sheaves onto an aluminum quadrant secured to carbon fiber rudder stock
- Harken Integral Electric/Hydraulic Backstay Adjuster
De-Watering Systems
BLITZ Bilge Control Switch Board (High Water Alarm Emergency Pump, Forward, Center, Main Aft)
- (5) 12V Bilge Pumps
- (2) Whale Manual Bilge Pumps
- (1) Handheld Bilge Pump
The BLITZ team works exclusively with Alby Pratt at North Sails in Sydney, Australia. With few exceptions, Alby has done all of the sails for BLITZ since 2018. The 3Di North Sails are molded exactly and are the best you can buy. Very strong and hold their shape very well over time. All the spinnakers are made from Contender Superkote and Superlite nylon of various weights.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.