Marlow-Hunter 40

Marketing Description

Step aboard Pelican Chorus and discover a perfect blend of performance, comfort, and thoughtful design. Designed with both cruising comfort and short-handed capability in mind, the Marlow-Hunter 40 features an in-mast furling mainsail and all lines are led aft, making her incredibly easy to sail; whether you're heading offshore or enjoying a leisurely afternoon bay-hopping with her shoal-draft keel. Below deck, the wide beam carried well aft creates more than average volume, offering a bright, open saloon, generous headroom, and lots of natural light. The two-cabin layout offers privacy and comfort, with double aft featuring an offset island berth and en-suite head and a forward guest cabin with en-suite. The L-shaped galley is well-appointed with solid-surface worktops and modern appliances, making life on board as enjoyable as it is functional. The cockpit is one of the largest in her class, providing plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing under sail. Twin wheels offer excellent visibility and easy access to the swim platform, enhancing both safety and enjoyment underway or at anchor. Lying Conwy Marina, North Wales

Mechanical

Yanmar 4JH57 57hp diesel engine with Yanmar SD60 Saildrive to a Flexofold propeller.
Service history
Lewmar bow thruster

Tankage:
2x fresh water tanks (120 and 160 litres)
Diesel tank (180 litres)
2x Holding tanks (approx 80l each)

Electrical

Single 12v AGM starting battery (new 2026)
3X 12v 180AH AGM leisure batteries (new 2026)

AGM battery (bow thruster) (new 2026)
12v intelligent charging system
Shore power
250V Solar panel with regulator (new 2026)

Water System:
Pressurised hot and cold water (new pump 2026)
Water heated via engine calorifier or 240v immersion heater

Rigging

Anodized Aluminum mast and boom - B&R w/Fractional sail plan
In-mast furling mainsail
Furling foresail on Selden Furlex 204S 
1x19 Standing rigging
Running rigging
Boom vang
Inboard jib tracks w/adjustable cars
Internal halyards led to cockpit
Mainsheet purchase system
Rigging line stoppers and organizers, Two Sets

Sails:
Mainsail - Doyle Sails - Serviced 2025
Genoa (110%) with UV sacrificial strip - Doyle Sails - Serviced 2025
Cruising chute - light use - fitted with snuffer

Winches:
Winches, (2) Rigging, 2-Speed, Self-Tailing, #40
Winches, (2) Jib, 2-Speed, Self-Tailing, #46 at Helm
Winch Handles (2)

Navigation

In the cockpit:

Ritchie Compass
Raymarine Hybrid touch MFD at both helms
Raymarine Autopilot
3x Raymarine displays at companionway
Icom IC-M423 VHF repeater

At the chart table:

1x Raymarine Hybrid touch MFD 
Icom IC-M423 VHF 
AIS receiver
Raymarine Radar

Deck

Lewmar Delta anchor with chain and warp
Electric anchor windlass with foot switches and remote control
Anchor roller, double offset
Fenders 
Mooring warps
Cockpit traveller arch, Stainless steel w/Mainsheet
Dorade vents (2)
Deck handrails, Stainless Steel
Double lifelines w/2 gates
LPG tank storage for two bottles
Mooring cleats, (6)
Stern rail seats, Stainless Steel, w/Drink holders
Swim platform w/Stainless Steel telescoping ladder
Snap Davits
Syntha-teak cockpit sole, aft swim platform, and deck
Cockpit table with drop leaves

Safety

Seago 4 person canister liferaft serviced 2025
Manual and electric bilge pumps
Navigation lights

Canvas

Sprayhood with stainless grab bar (new 2026)
Bimini (new 2026)

Cockipt cushions - new 2026

Miscellaneous

Stereo with Bose speakers 

Accommodation

Comfortable two cabin (plus saloon) layout with twin heads

FORWARD CABIN

• Cabin lighting
• Deck hatch, Opening
• Electrical outlets, AC and DC
• Hanging locker
• Mattress, Foam
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Storage shelving
• Under-berth storage space

FORWARD HEAD

• Separate shower stall compartment
• Anti-bacterial gelcoat
• Electrical outlets, AC and DC
• Hatch, Deck
• Shower sump pump
• Storage compartments
• Vanity with Corian® countertop

SALOON

• Accordion shades
• Cabin lighting
• Chart table
• Deck hatch, Opening
• Deck side windows, Fixed
• Deluxe leather upholstery
• Dinette table convertible to berth
• Electrical outlets, AC and DC
• Handrails, hardwood on both sides
• Hardwood flooring
• Storage cabinets
• Lift-assisted engine access
• Navigation station w/Space for electronics
• Selected hardwood trim

GALLEY

• Electrical outlets, AC & DC
• Corian® countertop
• Dish rack cabinet w/Lighting and ventilation
• Microwave
• Fridge with ice box (new 2026)
• Stand alone freezer (new 2026)
• Ports, Opening, w/Screens
• Sinks, double stainless steel w/Cutting board
• Storage cabinets
• Storage drawers
• Storage shelving
• Gimballed LPG Force 10 Two Burner stove w/Oven
• Waste bin, Built-In

AFT CABIN

• Berth, double w/Foam mattress
• Built-In lounge chair
• Cabin lighting
• Hanging locker, Cedar-lined
• Electrical outlets, AC and DC
• Ports/Hatches, (2) Opening w/Screens
• Private access to head and shower (En-suite)
• Storage shelves and compartment storage space
• Storage space

HEAD

• Access door, Dual
• Anti-bacterial gelcoat
• Electrical outlets, AC and DC
• Hatch, Deck
• Port, Opening, Frosted
• Shower stall w/Adjustable shower head, seat, folding privacy door and sump pump
• Storage compartments
• Vanity w/Corian® countertop

Construction

Marlow-Hunter 40 (2-Cabin), built by Marlow-Hunter in 2016 to a design by Glenn Henderson
Shoal keel version w/Bulb
Balanced spade rudder
Twin helm

The Hunter 40 features a hand-laid polyester hull construction, with solid laminate below the waterline for strength and durability. Vinylester resin is incorporated into the outer laminate layers, together with an NPG gelcoat finish, to provide enhanced resistance against osmotic blistering. 

Above the waterline, the hull benefits from end-grain balsa core construction to improve rigidity while reducing overall weight. Additional Kevlar reinforcement is integrated into the forward sections of the hull from the keel upwards for increased impact protection. 

The deck is also balsa-cored, with solid laminate inserts beneath all deck hardware to ensure secure and reliable fittings.

Why Marlow-Hunter instead of Hunter?  In 2012, Hunter Marine was acquired by Marlow Yachts.  David E Marlow embarked on upgrading the Hunter brand to a much higher standard. The influence of Marlow Manufacturing was reflected in the design, manufacture and quality of the Marlow Hunter line during its entire production run.  Pelican Chorus is a proud example of the Marlow-Hunter 40, sometimes referred to as the 40-2, refined and produced from 2014-2018.

Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website

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.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old

Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.

NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.