Fjord 41 XP Video Review: A 50 mph Family Dayboat From Germany
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough8 min read
The Fjord 41 XP is a fast family dayboat from Germany, designed by Patrick Banfield. We walked a brand new one in Miami and took her out on the water, where her twin Mercury V12 600 outboards took us to 43.5 kn (50 mph). The deck is built around a big shaded cockpit with a dining table for eight, a galley and a separate toy locker and systems room aft. Below there is an owner's cabin forward, a full-beam guest cabin and a head with a closed shower.
Speed and space for the whole family
The 41 XP mixes outboard performance with real comfort. The hardtop is one of the largest in this size range, with columns that reach the bulwarks and a Bimini that extends at one push of a button. A walkway around the engines makes getting in from the water feel safe. A separate systems room sits between the generator and the guest cabin, so the cabin stays quiet at anchor.
What stood out on board
- 43.5 kn on our sea trialThat is 50 mph, and she held 35 kn through a full-lock turn with no cavitation.
- A locker for flyboardsThe toy locker aft is deep enough to keep a flyboard with its fin on.
- A quiet systems roomA separate room for the water heater and panels keeps generator noise out of the guest cabin.
- Dining for eightThe cockpit table folds out for eight people, or drops down to a second sunbed.
- A camera on the anchorAn HD camera shows the windlass on the helm screen, next to a chain counter.
- A full-beam guest cabinA queen bed, big hull windows and room to stand under the helm.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 43 ft 7 in (13.29 m) | A big dayboat, easy to handle |
| Beam | 13 ft 1 in (3.99 m) | Room for two cabins below |
| Draft | 3 ft 11 in (1.19 m) | Fine for most anchorages |
| Dry weight | 24,560 lb (11.1 t) | Steady in a chop |
| Fuel | 378 gal (1,430 L) | Enough for a Bimini run |
| Water | 89 gal (335 L) | Hot showers on board |
| Power (as filmed) | 2x Mercury V12 600 outboards | Strong torque from low revs |
| Top speed (measured) | 43.5 kn (50 mph) | Fast for a family boat |
| Cruise (measured) | 32 kn (37 mph) at 4,900 rpm, 29 gph | A comfortable cruising pace |
| Helm | Simrad screens, Mercury joystick with Skyhook | Holds position while you wait |
| Layout (as filmed) | Owner's cabin, guest cabin, head with shower | Weekends away for four |
| Design | Patrick Banfield | A bold, clean look |
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Aft deck and toy storage
A walkway runs around the outboards, and a panel flips up so you can trim the engines at the dock. The deck opens at a button over a locker that comes up to chest height.
- Shore power.50 amp outlets and an engine flush system on the starboard side.
- Generator.A quiet Whisper generator with its own diesel tank.
- Systems room.Water heater and panels, with sound insulation on both walls.
- Shower.A handheld shower with hot and cold water and a long hose.
- Rod locker.Built for a passerelle in Europe, used for fishing rods here.
Cockpit lounge and dining
The aft sunbed gets shade from a Bimini that runs out from the hardtop. In front of it, the dining table folds out to seat eight.
- Fridges.An Isotherm drawer on each side of the sunbed.
- Backrests.Fold flat to make the sunbed bigger, or flip to face forward.
- Second sunbed.Lower the table and add cushions.
- Lighting.An LED track in the hardtop and colour-changing mood lights.
- Audio.Controls aft, at the bow and at the helm.
Galley
A glass lid lifts on gas struts and stays open. Next to it is a counter big enough to serve food or fillet a fish.
- Cooking.A two-burner cooktop, or a grill if you prefer.
- Sink.Deep enough to fill with ice as a cooler.
- Faucet.Folds down when not in use.
- Fridge.Another Isotherm drawer below the counter.
Helm station
The helm sits in the centre, behind glass that wraps around. You can also spec a windshield that runs all the way up to the hardtop.
- Seats.Bolsters that work for standing or sitting, with armrests.
- Steering.A wheel on a column that tilts.
- Controls.Humphree trim tabs and a Mercury joystick with Skyhook.
- Anchor camera.Shows the windlass on screen, with a chain counter.
- Keypad.Physical buttons to move between screens at speed.
Side decks and bow
Grab rails with LED lighting run along the side decks, above thick fenders that also float. Fold-down steps help you climb onto a high dock.
- Cleats.Pop up when you need them.
- Speakers.Flush mounted, so they do not catch your shins.
- Sunbed.Room for two, with shade poles.
- Anchor.A stainless steel chain and windlass on a gas strut lid.
- Water.A freshwater outlet to rinse the anchor.
Below deck
Wide steps lead down past a sliding window and panels set high out of kids' reach. The port side has an office nook that can also be a vanity.
Owner's cabin
- Bed.A queen bed with a leather-look surround.
- Light.Hull windows and skylights, with shades.
- Charging.Wireless chargers on both sides.
- Air.Dometic AC and opening portholes.
Head and guest cabin
- Shower.A walk-in shower you can close off, with a rain head.
- Guest bed.A full-beam cabin with a queen bed about 6 ft 3 in long.
- Storage.Deep drawers with leather pulls and a closet.
- Climate.Its own AC control.
The Fjord 41 XP does a lot of things well. On the water she reached 43.5 kn (50 mph), tracked cleanly in tight turns and felt calm at 32 kn. On deck there is shade almost everywhere, two dining options and a toy locker most boats this size cannot match. Below, the full-beam guest cabin and closed shower make overnight trips easy. If you want a fast boat the whole family can use, she belongs on the shortlist.
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