Nimbus SW42 (Sport Weekender 42)

Nimbus SW42 Boat Overview

The Nimbus SW42 is Nimbus’s weekend cruiser, built for people who want to make the most of their weekends and short trips. More space, more to do on board, and a boat designed to turn two days into something longer.

Built on Scandinavian design principles in true Nimbus tradition, the SW42 is worked out with care so it stays comfortable and easy to live with. It carries the award-winning Nimbus Sidewalk, opening up the interior and keeping movement around the deck easy and safe.

The interior layout and multifunctional seating are designed with entertaining in mind. Multiple large social areas give plenty of room to relax, swim, or catch the sun, whether that’s on the foredeck or aft. New folding side balconies add space and flexibility at anchor, and an optional hydraulic swim platform extends aft of the engines, bringing everyone on board that bit closer to the water.

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The cockpit offers proper protection with a large window screen and seating for three. The standard open boat comes with a Targa top, with an optional large electric sun-top available for extra cover.

Below deck, four people can stay comfortably overnight across two spacious berths, with a generous bathroom including toilet and shower. Extend the weekend, travel a little further, and spend the days and nights at anchor with the people who matter to you.

Nimbus SW42 for Sale UK

See our available stock of the Nimbus Sport Weekender 42. Remember – if you want something specific, we can help you customise it or place bespoke orders with the factory!

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The SW42 runs on the same air-lubricated twin-stepped hull as the Sport Tender 42 and Sport Coupé 42, with a razor-sharp bow section and a low planing threshold. It’s dry and stable underway, with a speed range that reaches past 45 knots.

Power comes from twin Mercury Verado outboards, either V8 2×300 hp or V10 2×425 hp, both fitted with Mercury Joystick Piloting and an integrated bow thruster for easy close-quarters handling.

Behind a large windscreen, the helm seats three and keeps the crew warm and sheltered when the wind picks up or the rain arrives. The new custom Nimbus helm seats are properly ergonomic, with lateral support that noticeably reduces fatigue on a longer passage.

Simplicity and ease of use guided every decision on this boat, and it’s a feeling you notice the moment you step aboard.

Onboard Systems & Comfort

The heart of the SW42 is its lounge, a large, multifunctional space that adapts to whatever the weekend calls for: cruising, sunbathing, a swim, entertaining, a long lunch, or a quiet afternoon in the shade. Seating reconfigures to suit the moment, with sunbeds fore and aft for the hours spent in the sun.

A foldable side balcony on the starboard side opens the lounge out over the water at anchor. Folded out, the deck steps down to sea level and effectively doubles the social space; folded in, it returns flush to the hull line. It’s central to how a weekend at anchor actually works. The new extended swim platform is double-moulded and structurally integrated with the hull, while an optional hydraulic platform for the outboards lowers to serve as a passerelle when moored.

The outdoor galley sits aft, close to the seating, so lunch comes together without anyone leaving the group. New aft-deck seating adds side cushions that turn stowage into extra seating when the boat fills up. The open boat comes with the new Targa T-Top, styled after the iconic Nimbus 32 Ballista, with an optional electric soft-top for when more cover is wanted.

Who is the Nimbus SW42 for?

The SW42 is built for the boater who wants to make the most of their weekends and short trips. It has the space to entertain a crowd and two cabins to keep four on board overnight, so a good day on the water becomes a good weekend. For anyone who’d rather extend the weekend and travel a little further to spend it with people they care about.

Quick Facts

Engine options

• Mercury Verado V8 – 2×300 hp
• Mercury Verado V10 – 2×400 hp

Standard Equipment

Nimbus SW42 Specs

FAQs

How fast is the Nimbus SW42?
The SW42 cruises comfortably between 20 and 40 knots, with a top speed of over 45 knots depending on engine choice.

How many people can the Nimbus SW42 sleep overnight?
Four people can stay comfortably overnight across two double cabins, each with access to a bathroom with toilet and shower.

How many people can the Nimbus SW42 carry in total?
The SW42 has capacity for up to 12 people on board for day cruising, alongside its four-person overnight accommodation.

What engine options are available on the Nimbus SW42?
The SW42 comes with twin Mercury Verado outboards, either V8 2×300 hp or V10 2×425 hp, both fitted with Mercury Joystick Piloting.

Does the Nimbus SW42 have air conditioning?
Yes, it comes with inverter-powered air conditioning, designed for quiet running during stays at anchor.

What is the fuel capacity of the Nimbus SW42?
The SW42 carries 850 litres of fuel, giving it good range for extended weekends and longer trips.

Does the Nimbus SW42 have gyroscopic stabilisation?
Gyroscopic stabilisation is available as an option, helping to reduce roll at anchor and improve comfort underway.

Can I customise the layout and finish of my Nimbus SW42?
Yes. Morgan Marine can help you specify engine choice, gyroscopic stabilisation, the electric soft-top, and a range of other options to build the SW42 around how you plan to use it.

Nimbus SW42 at Morgan Marine

At Morgan Marine, every Nimbus SW42 can be specified to suit how you’ll use her, whether that’s extended weekends at anchor, entertaining a full deck of guests, or covering serious distance in comfort. We offer a choice of engine packages and finish options to help you build the right boat for you.

We help you find flexible finance solutions and can arrange delivery anywhere in the UK or worldwide. Every Nimbus we sell is thoroughly inspected, commissioned, and water-tested by our experienced workshop team, so you can take the helm with total confidence.

When you choose Morgan Marine, you’re choosing a trusted UK dealer with full support before and after your purchase. Our boatyard offers secure storage, a fully equipped marine workshop, and a chandlery and clothing store stocked everything you need for your time on the water. We’re your one-stop shop for a seamless and enjoyable ownership experience both on and off the water.