Blue Moon will finish her loop in March/ April of 2023.

This 40-foot boat packs a big punch, maximizing living space and luxurious comfort.

408 MERIDIAN – MOTOREYACHT REVIEW (BOATTEST.COM)

(BoatTest.com)

Standing beside the yacht and looking at her profile, she appeared to be a lot larger than 40 feet. Meridian Yachts packs a lot of features and amenities into the 408 Motoryacht.

One of the first things you notice on the bridge is how quiet her engines are when running. With two diesels and a generator running, the gauges were the only indication she was ready to roll. The Meridian has a new docking system that everyone will like. It is an integrated bow and stern thruster design that was easy to use and will simplify the docking job.

The thrusters are brought together on the dash with a movable silhouette of a boat; not a joystick. Simply move the bow of the boat left or right and the Meridian will follow. There are many combinations you can use encompassing both the bow and stern thrusters. With a little practice this device should make even the toughest docking situation a snap.

The weather was typical for Florida in August. Hot, hot, hot. We were in the low 90’s with plenty of humidity and the seas calm; a perfect day for a boat ride. Too bad we didn’t stop to jump in for a swim! As can be seen by the performance numbers of the 408 Meridian, she has a nice cruise speed and has the amenities of a luxury condo. Although we didn’t have a chance to run her in rough seas, the Meridian Yachts’ representative said she will run with the best of them.

Her interior shows a lot of thought for entertaining and cruising. The Meridian 408 has a large Main Salon with plenty of seating with a couch on either side with a built in entertainment center. Her entertainment center is surrounded by built in cabinets and flows nicely with the interior of the boat. In addition the main saloon is open and airy with all natural light from the windows.

A few steps from the Salon is the Galley, boasting plenty of counter space and a full-size refrigerator. The solid galley cabinets, Corian countertop and the teak and holly flooring give her a warm inviting feeling. You even have a private laundry room. Her laundry room has plenty of storage and is cleverly designed not to take away additional cabin space.

The Meridian 408 motoryacht offers both a forward and aft stateroom. Both have plenty of room for relaxing. The aft stateroom offers a large double berth, built in cabinets with lots of storage and a nice private head and shower. In addition, her windows provide an open and comfortable feeling.

The top side of the motoryacht is designed for entertaining and relaxation. The expansive swim platform allows easy motor access, inflatable cleats, power supply connections and a shower. Integrated into the platform is a molded fiberglass staircase and hand rail.

The 408 Motoryacht offers two more top side large areas. The bridge has two L-shaped lounges along with the captain’s chair. This captain’s chair will put you in the center of all activities. The helm has great visibility and the gauges are easy to read. The dash board allow for plenty of electronics without the cluttered feeling. A few short steps from the bridge you will find another large area with a built in refrigerator and neat bar. Both of these areas are covered by built in fiberglass hard tops.

Access to the engine room is accessed through 2 hatches in the Main Salon. Once in the engine room you have a generous amount of room to service the engine and other mechanical systems. Her engine room has a good layout and the hatches are sound proof for more enjoyment.

Overall Description

This hull design that maximizes performance and a deck design that optimizes space, the Meridian 408's aft cabin configuration has plenty of room for family and friends. Exceptional interior visibility gives everyone views of the magnificent surroundings. A full-beam salon lets you entertain with ease! A forward head can be accessed from the forward stateroom and salon, for use as a day head. A full-beam master stateroom with queen size mattress lets you sleep in luxurious comfort.

Highlights

• Twin Cummins Diesels
• 11.5KW ONAN Generator In Soundshield
• Bow And Stern Thrusters
• Newer Simrad electronics
• Vacuflush toilets
• Electric anchor windlass
• Fully enclosed command bridge & aft sundeck
• Reverse cycle AC/Heat
• Combination Washer/Dryer
• Central Vacuum

Accommodations

• Full Beam Aft master stateroom
• Walk around queen berth
• Open vanity with separate enclosed head & shower
• Forward guest stateroom with walk around berth
• Guest/day head with shower & Vacuflush toilet
• Roomy full beam salon
• Entertainment center
• Cherry interior wood
• Beautiful solid surface counter tops
• Amazing in floor storage
• Enclosed sun deck and fly bridge

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer

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.

ENGINES