LAGOON 400 - Exterior
The Lagoon 400 truly shows the know-how acquired by the
yard since 1984. Catamaran Lagoon 400 is reliable, innovative and fast, easy to
handle, comfortable at sea and at anchor.
AMAZING BEHAVIOUR - The Lagoon 400 is spacious and comfortable, therefore
heavy, but it sails well! It is a simple, entertaining boat, which proved to
be agile on all points of sailing. The silence and the flexibility under way
are remarkable. Visibility forward and observation of the mainsail volume
are perfect. Handling, especially under power, is what cats are particularly
good at. Push the port engine lever forward while pulling the starboard
engine back and watch the boat spin around. Twin diesel Yanmar 40hp engines
ensure plenty of power.
HELM STATION - practical and comfortable for 2
The 400’s steering position deserves praise for good design; it succeeds
in the difficult task of offering good visibility (forward, as well as
of the sail plan), safety, manoeuvrability and comfort! The raised helm
station provides good views of the entire deck and level access to it.
All four corners of the yacht are visible for hassle-free berthing.
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LAGOON 400 - Exterior
Living in harmony
The harmony of soft lines is reminiscent of the famous Lagoon 410’s
simplicity and inspired by the Lagoon 620’s charm and elegance.
A more clear-cut silhouette, vertical hull sides, a well-integrated
bimini and a generous sail plan; the Lagoon 400 asserts a different
personality from its predecessors.
Balance is the keyword of Lagoon 400 design:
- Balance between volume and performance - Saloon and cockpit
- Cabins and washrooms
- Accommodation and deck spaces
THE DECK AND THE COCKPIT:
an exceptional living space
For its new model Lagoon 400 Beneteau has sharpened up the exterior
styling - more vertical hull sides and the suppression of the rounded
sheer line improve the overall perception. The uncluttered foredeck with
its one-piece trampoline attached by innovative u-clamps is a great
place to lounge and there’s enough space to store a few sun lounges in
the enormous foredeck locker. Use of the sunbathing area on top of the
bimini is not normally advisable when under way, but it provides a
fantastic relaxation area at anchor.
A hardtop bimini in line with the cabin top gives
excellent protection from the sun. Cockpit access from the transoms and wide
side decks provide easy maneuverability while on board. Similar to the
Lagoons 420 and 440, the galley is between the saloon and cockpit. Van
Peteghem-Lauriot Prévost designed the catamaran Lagoon 400 with an open,
wide cockpit for socializing. With the petite coffee table taking centre
stage (which is interchangeable with the main interior one) guests can
lounge about under the shade of the bimini while galley crew pass out cold
drinks from the adjacent windows.
When steering, the skipper sits above the hard top bimini but has his own
covered headspace with the great benefit of 360-degree views. He can also
keep an eye on his guests in the spacious single level rear deck.
Movement around the yacht Lagoon 400 is excellent; fluid, with none of the
usual traps; the cockpit sole is on a level with the saloon and down a step
from the aft deck. The aft platform allows easy access to the dinghy and
frees up the cockpit completely. The cockpit forms a perfect refuge from bad
weather, the wind...or the summer sunshine.
The lines of the Lagoon 400, while remaining faithful
to Lagoon principles, have been inspired by the charm and elegance of the
Lagoon 620, its new flagship. The notable improvement in handling, the
reduction of slamming and pitching, hulls which “swim” better through the
waves – that is the result of better overall dynamic efficiency.
Ease of handling is the Lagoon 400’s forte. As with other Lagoon models,
all control lines are brought back to the helm for easy boat handling.
Hoisting the mainsail is very easy, with the lazy jacks and the electric
Harken 46.2 winch (lazy jacks ensures that the square-top main will be
guided safely off the boom). Twin engines, located under the transom steps
keep all noise and fumes outside the boat.
LAGOON 400 ON THE WATER - Easy handling in a good breeze
The Lagoon 400 is comfortable, practical and easy to sail, as well as
being fun and seaworthy.
