2004 Cabo 40 Express Boat in Orange Beach, AL 36561 US
Built in 2004
40 Express
2 Engines (Caterpillar, Catepillar)
40 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2004 Cabo 40 Express
2004 Twin CAT C-12 engines
With approx 4708 hrs, generator has 1939 hrs
This 40ft Cabo Sportfish is a premium offshore fishing machine designed for serious anglers who demand exceptional performance, seaworthiness, and comfort. Cabo is known for its hardcore tournament capabilities as well as being a comfortable cruiser. The deep-V design offers a smooth, dry ride even in the roughest seas and its balanced weight distribution ensures stability whether fishing or drifting.
Powered by powerful twin CAT C-12 engines this boat can cruise in the mid 20 knot range with top speeds approaching 30 knots. Engine room is laid out for easy access. The cockpit has large in deck fish boxes, a bait prep station, tackle storage, transom live well as well as fresh and saltwater washdowns. The cockpit is spacious enough for several anglers to work lines without being cramped.
The interior of the Cabo is spacious and comfortable. A fully equipped galley includes a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, cooktop, and ample storage, making meal prep convenient. It offers comfortable overnight accommodations with plenty of sleeping room, a convertible dinette that also be used for additional sleeping and a well appointed head featuring an enclosed shower.
Features include:
- Seakeeper SK6 Gyro (2021) w/extended warranty
- Eskimo Ice Machine (2024)
- Watermakers Inc. 1000gpd watermaker (2024)
- FLIR Nightvision (2024)
- Starlink (2024)
- 4 Side Enclosure (2024)
- Revere 8 man Offshore Canister Liferaft (2024)
- Custom Mezzanine Style Cushions on Tackle Center
- Helm AC
- YRM Custom Aluminum Diving Platform w/removable ladder
- Bow Thruster w/ wireless remote
- Furuno (2) 15" TZ touch monitors
- Furuno GPS Plotter
- Furuno Sounder w/ Chirp
- Furuno 96mi radar
- Simrad Autopilot (2024)
- Electric fishing reels
- Fighting chair
- Complete Sanitation System Update (2024)
- New Isinglass
- New EPIRB
- Underwater lights
- Props and shafts trued up
- New cutlass bearings
- New prop speed on underwater running gear and rudders
- New batteries
For additional information or questions, please feel free to contact Wade Williams at 2516092628
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.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/26 | Initial price | $475,000 |
Cabo 40 Express: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Cabo 40 Express is a meticulously crafted fishing yacht designed for serious anglers who demand both performance and comfort. Owned by experienced fisherman Nat Kramer, this vessel combines rugged offshore capability with the amenities necessary for extended trips. Its nearly 43-foot length and 15-foot 9-inch beam provide a spacious platform that balances stability, speed, and seaworthiness, making it well suited for long runs to offshore fishing grounds such as the canyon 70 miles out.
Exterior Design and Cockpit Features
The exterior of the Cabo 40 Express emphasizes durability and functionality, beginning with a robust transom door that grants access to a large, uncluttered cockpit. Attention to detail is evident in the stainless steel hardware and uniformly oriented bolt heads, reflecting high-quality workmanship. The cockpit is lined on three sides with removable bolster cushions for comfortable stand-up fishing. Storage is abundant, including two large insole fish boxes that are guttered, gasketed, and self-draining, as well as a lazarette locker aft center providing direct access to fuel shut-off valves and rudder posts, all clearly labeled. A 48-gallon circulating live well is positioned waist-high along the transom, complemented by multiple rod storage options including in-whale rod lockers and a locker beneath the bridge deck seating. Forward in the cockpit, the fishing console to port features an optional freezer locker with cold plates, a freshwater sink, and a cutting surface, while the starboard side houses an insulated, self-draining beverage locker. The entire bridge deck raises hydraulically on two large rams for full engine access, though the activation button is somewhat inconveniently located in the starboard rod locker.
Bridge Deck and Helm
The helm station of the 40 Express is designed in a Palm Beach style with a centerline position, providing excellent visibility and control. It features single-lever electronic engine controls and classic-style gauges paired with ample space for modern electronics. The windshield is notably tall and rugged, equipped with a vent window that opens electronically for ventilation. The half tower, though requiring some agility to climb, offers expansive views both forward and aft, enhancing fishing operations. Seating on the bridge deck includes an L-shaped lounge accommodating four guests with storage beneath, plus a priority seat atop the starboard console that doubles as tackle storage, a dry locker, and houses an air conditioning vent. The captain enjoys a centerline stidd chair, a feature typically reserved for much larger yachts.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the Cabo 40 Express offers comfortable accommodations with a well-appointed galley located to port. The galley is L-shaped and equipped with modern conveniences such as two under-counter refrigerators and a Panasonic microwave oven. Opposite the galley on the starboard side is an L-shaped ultra-leather lounge that converts into a large double berth via a pull-out mechanism. Forward lies the owner's stateroom, which features a centerline double berth, twin hanging lockers, and a built-in flat-screen television that complements another TV in the main salon, providing entertainment options for extended stays aboard.
Power and Performance
The Cabo 40 Express is a substantial displacement vessel weighing nearly 14 tons, yet it delivers impressive speed and handling. Its transom dead rise of 16.5 degrees creates a broad, relatively flat aft surface that enhances stability both underway and at rest. During sea trials off Montauk Point, New York, the boat achieved a top speed of 36.7 miles per hour, with a comfortable cruise speed of 29.1 miles per hour at 1750 RPM. This efficient cruising speed affords a range of approximately 316 miles from the 600-gallon fuel tank. The boat demonstrated a dry, soft ride in rough conditions and excellent stopping power when backing down on fish, never shipping water during aggressive maneuvers.
Conclusion
The Cabo 40 Express stands out as a high-quality, well-designed fishing yacht that meets the demands of serious offshore anglers. Its combination of solid construction, thoughtful details, spacious and comfortable living areas, and strong performance make it a compelling choice for those seeking a reliable and capable vessel for extended fishing adventures. The boat’s ability to deliver speed, stability, and comfort simultaneously underscores why it is gaining recognition as a flagship model within the Cabo Yachts lineup.
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| Price | $475,000 | $339,000 | $328,000 | $235,500 | $725,000 | $199,500 |
| Location | Orange Beach | Orange Beach | Mobile | Spanish Fort | Orange Beach | Gulf Shores |
| Nominal Length | 40' | 45' | 34' | 28' | 43' | 35' |
| Draft | 35' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar | Caterpillar | Mercury | Yamaha | Yamaha | Cummins |
| Total Engine Power | 700 hp | 660 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 425 hp | 540 hp |
| Days on Market | 23 | 132 | 1 | 245 | 69 | 95 |
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25219 Canal Road Unit E, Orange Beach, AL, 36561
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