2013 Cabo 40 Hardtop Express

Progression lies in the ability to take something great and make it better. With an already impressive fleet at our fingertips, we quickly mapped out the best direction in our search to improve the CABO express. With the 40 Hardtop Express, we took all of the best attributes of in our express fleet and combined them into one model. Optional pod drives provide the efficiency and maneuverability that make the 40 Hardtop Express one of the most quick and nimble express boats on the market.

Performance

The capstone of the Hardtop Express model is the inclusion of an integrated hardtop - a feature that has proven wildly popular with serious anglers. Powered by CMD Zeus Pod Drives, this Michael Peters blue-water hull design provides the strength and stability you expect from CABO.

Fishability

Careful planning and forethought go into the placement of every element in the cockpit - especially essentials such as the bait tank, tackle center and rod storage. Mezzanine seating provides a comfortable perch while watching the spread. Insulated fishboxes are molded into the sole and equipped with in-line macerators. Full-length piano hinges and rubber gaskets allow for a tight seal, to keep your catch fresher longer. Lures and rigging equipment are neatly organized in a custom-designed tackle center at the rigging station. A number of additional options are also available.

Design & Construction

An efficient layout and accommodations offer the comfort and aesthetic appeal that today's customers desire. With the integrated hardtop, Gone is the need for an aftermarket hardtop, vinyl windows, zippers and flaps. The integrated hardtop provides protection, visibility and comfort on the helm deck so you can spend your days fighting fish, not the elements.

Accommodations

The cabin of the 40 Hardtop Express showcases graceful spaciousness and refined comfort, which belie the boat's hard-core fishability. A starboard settee seats six and converts to upper and lower bunks when it's time to recharge overnight. Forward, the master stateroom features a large island double berth with ample drawer and locker space. The galley is fully equipped for fine cuisine, or just for feeding a hungry crew. A cedar- lined hanging closet provides additional stowage and, because CABO is all about fishing, lockers located port and starboard can hold up to ten rods. An optional layout featuring a second stateroom on the starboard side is available for extra privacy when hosting larger crews.

• Boot striping - choice of colors
• Bottom paint, complete preparation - 2 coats epoxy, 2 coats anti-fouling paint, black, standard
• Molded fiberglass construction with superior ISO/NPG exterior gelcoat finish and premium resins; biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement; solid fiberglass bottom construction; core construction from chine to sheer (vacuumbagged)
• Stainless steel rub strip on face of white high-density PVC rub rail
• Trim tabs, fully recessed

• Anchor roller assembly, recessed, custom stainless steel
• Forward mooring cleats (2), stainless steel
• Spring line cleats, stainless steel
• Stern cleats (2), stainless steel
• Custom bow rails, aluminum
• Bow pulpit, integral molded fiberglass
• Stern hawse pipes, stainless steel
• Deck surface, molded-in, non-skid
• Molded fiberglass using polyester resin, biaxial stitched fabric reinforcement and core construction
• Premium quality molded-in white gelcoat exterior finish

• Windlass, heavy-duty, DC electric, remote at helm and deck switches
• Windshield washers (3), freshwater-supplied
• Windshield wipers (3), self-parking with pantograph arms, intermittent and separate controls.

• Aluminum reinforcing plate installed for mounting fighting chair
• Bait and tackle center with storage, gas spring, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch
• Bait tank, 48-gallon, molded into transom with large overboard drain and LED lighting
• Courtesy lighting under gunwales and helm deck toe kick
• Mezzanine-style seating
• Fish boxes (2), large capacity, insulated, macerator pump-out system
• Hose and pistol-grip nozzle
• Gunwale padding, high-density foam, white vinyl covered
• Icebox, fitted with gasketed lid, gas spring actuator, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch
• Hatches, lazarette and fish boxes, heavy-duty, gasketed, drains, gutters, full-length stainless steel piano hinge and custom latch
• Rod holders (4)
• Scuppers, self-bailing
• Transom door with top gate, extreme duty, polished stainless steel hardware
• Washdown, freshwater
• Washdown, saltwater
• Rod-gaff racks, port and starboard

• Companionway door, sliding, opaque with white acrylic
• Helm console, integrally molded
• Molded fiberglass helm deck, hydraulically lifted with cockpit control unit
• Helm seat, adjustable, with vinyl-covered high-density foam cushions, pedestal-mounted
• L-shape lounge, with rod storage beneath
• Tackle center with drawers for gear storage and organization
• Insulated drink box

• Console cover, canvas
• Compass, with light, flush-mounted
• Helm wheel, stainless steel
• Fire and bilge water level alarms, audible
• Engine instrument panel, complete custom with audible warning system and hour meters
• Top mounted, single lever electronic controls
• Switch panels, custom, stainless steel
• Integrated Hardtop
• Tri-color LED lighting
• Ventilation hatch
• Recessed electric teaser real mount
• Storage compartments
• LED spreader light
• Vented windows, port and starboard

• Bilge, white gelcoat finish
• Bilge pumps (5), three automatic/manual, two automatic
• Double constant torque stainless steel clamps on engine exhaust hoses
• Double hose clamps on all hose fittings, stainless steel
• Electronic controls with trolling valves, engine synchronizer and back up controls
• Emergency bilge pump diverter valve on one main engine
• Engine alarm system
• Engine room liner, white gelcoat finished
• Engine room blowers (2), DC
• Fire extinguishing system, manual/automatic
• Freshwater cooling, on main engines
• Freshwater pump, DC
• Fuel filters with water separators on main engines and generator, large capacity
• Fuel lines, metal braided, fire-retardant
• Fuel tanks, fiberglass, constructed with fire-retardant resin and coated with fire-retardant paint
• Helm deck lift system, hydraulic, marine grade
• High water bilge alarms (3)
• Holding tank, 22-gallon, with monitor, macerator and dockside discharge
• Mufflers, fiberglass with backwash surge tube
• Oil change system, main engines, generator and transmission
• Propeller shafts, double taper, couplers, high-strength stainless steel
• Propellers, 4-blade Nibral
• Power steering
• Rudders, bronze, high-strength, with high load bearings (low friction, precise control)
• Sea cocks, UL approved for marine application bronze, fitted on all thru-hulls below waterline
• Stuffing boxes, drip-less lip seal type
• Water heater, 11-gallon, AC, stainless steel
• Water intake scoops, bronze, high-speed, with integral seawater strainers

• 10 - kW freshwater-cooled diesel generator with seawater strainers remote start and digital panel, water muffler, safety shut down system, soft sound enclosure
• 50’ shore power cord with retractable Glendinning Cable Master, 120/240V, 50-amp
• Battery charger, automatic with thermal cut out
• Battery on/off switches, vapor-proof
• Battery paralleling, automatic, with manual switch at helm
• Bonding system with transom zinc plate
• Circuit breaker protection throughout
• Distribution panel,  AC/DC, with line voltage, load meter, and reverse polarity light
• Horn, dual air trumpet
• Lights, engine room, DC
• Lights, interior, DC Halogen
• Lights, navigation, international
• Receptacles, GFI protected, throughout
• Batteries, heavy duty
• Air conditioning / heating , AC, 17,000 BTU

• Access hatch to below deck equipment
• Carpet, removable, deep-pile
• Foredeck hatches (2), with retractable shades
• Fabrics and coverings, fine selection throughout
• Interior wood, teak, satin finish
• Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
• L-shaped lounge converts to upper and lower sleeping berths
• TV, LED, flat screen
• Stereo AM/FM/CD/DVD with speakers (2)

• Access to anchor rope/chain locker
• Berth, double, island-style, 5” mattress, bunkcover
• Foredeck hatch, with retractable shade
• Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
• Lockers, hanging, cedar-lined, port and starboard
• Storage, compartments and drawers below berth
• Storage, rod lockers (2), with horizontal rod racks
• TV, LED, flat screen
• Stereo AM/FM/CD/DVD with speakers (2)

• Cooktop, ceramic, two-burner, recessed with solid-surface cover
• Solid-surface countertop with sea rails
• Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
• Microwave/convection oven
• Refrigerator/freezer, AC/DC
• Sink, stainless steel
• Storage, compartments and drawers throughout
• Undercabinet lighting, recessed halogen

• Solid-surface countertop with undermount sink
• Vanity with storage
• Toiletry storage cabinet, framed with mirror doors
• Head, Sealand Vacuflush, electric
• Latches, positive, cabinet doors and drawers
• Shower stall, with automatic shower sump pump
• Exhaust blower
• Holding tank monitoring system
• Towel rack

• Anchor, 25’ chain, 250’ rope, life jackets, throwable P.F.D., fire extinguisher, docklines, fenders, distress signaling device, flashlight, emergency horn, first-aid kit, bell