NEW MJM 35z

NEW 35z - A Better Performing Outboard

What better way to spread the word of MJM's real performance than introduce the ultimate version of what many people aspire to own today… a versatile twin outboard design of 30-40 feet.  35z combines MJM's stronger and lighter high-tech epoxy construction with a narrower (3.5:1 L:B ratio) modified deep-V hull. Real performance is not just speed. It's how efficiently available horsepower overcomes hull drag to reach a target speed. A heavy barn door can go 50 mph pushed by a half dozen 350 HP outboards. In the 1960s, advent of cheap, heavy, mass produced fiberglass hulls and more powerful engines sidelined lessons of the past and continue to do so today. But, history has a way of repeating itself. "Lighter-narrower-stronger" using advanced technology gave Herreshoff designs an edge in the early 1900's. The same was true for Ray Hunt's Huntform powerboats in the late 1940's. These designs proved more seaworthy, efficient and faster using less powerful engines of the day. 60 years later, along comes MJM Yachts with pre-preg epoxy composite construction to become the leader in fuel efficient production diesel powered boats.  The NEW 35z brings this epoxy composite technology and design to outboards. It could be the wake up call for a world of better boats. See the comparative chart.

The chart shows MJM 35z predicted top speed over 50 mph, similar to smaller open boats.  This is achieved with twin rather than triple 300's needed by competing designs. Cruising range at 38 mph is another clue.  The MJM 35z with 250 gallon fuel capacity gets better than 350 miles. Others lugging around 400 gallons get less. That's real performance. For more

Eco-Smart Designs

 MJM owner benefits are significant: A smaller carbon footprint with 50-100% better fuel efficiency; more speed for horsepower applied; the luxury of an effortless driving and greater safety offshore thanks to a lower vertical center of gravity (VCG). MJM 50z and MJM 40z, are the only two Down East designs of any size Certified ISO Category A Ocean.  When it comes to a responsible boat purchase with optimum functionality, diversity of use and minimal long term investment risk, MJM Yachts go to the top of the class.  Click here for Soundings article- The Art of High-tech Powerboats- July 2010 **.

Sea Trialed to "0" Defects Before Delivery

MJM Yachts licensee, Boston BoatWorks (BBW) builds and services MJM's in a new 35,000 sq. ft. plant in Charlestown MA.  BBW is the one American boat builder, power or sail, having a 35+ year track record using advanced materials such as epoxy, Kevlar, carbon and Corecell.  In their pursuit of excellence, BBW uses a proprietary wet epoxy pre-preg, vacuum-molding and oven post-cure method. Master Builder, Mark Lindsay has Olympic Medal, World Championship and America's Cup winning racing yachts to his credit because they're lighter, stronger and faster. All systems and finishes are "builder installs". Leaving nothing to chance, each MJM yacht is launched for sea trials before delivery. Tests of systems and calibration of instruments are conducted to ensure "0" defects. This extra attention to detail costs more. Customer service, quality of construction, top-of-the-line hardware and performance are not compromised to meet a price. Today's buyer won't be satisfied with anything less than the absolute best in terms of timeless design, the latest technology, functionality and performance. Such a strategy offers the best guarantee for daily enjoyment and long term investment value.

MJM 40z - "World's Best All-Round Powerboat"

That's a quote by owners. 40z is ISO Certified Category A Ocean; as easy to dock as a 30 footer; comfortable for extended cruising; and, narrow enough (12') to be trucked with just a "Wide Load" sign North in summer and South in winter.  Of 64 boats delivered, it's rare to find one on the brokerage market. 40z seats 14 people on deck plus 4 in the dinette below. At a cruising speed of 33-35 knots she throws minimal wake.  With side access doors, flush deck, IPS joystick docking and DPS hovering, no crew is needed. 40z's unique "flybridge without ladders" design is more sociable and avoids long bridge waits. There's no wood to varnish on deck and wash down takes 10 minutes. No wonder new owners put 3 timess more hours on their 40z than on their previous boat... perfect for the Great Loop.

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MJM 50z - Award Winning 50 Footer

The MJM 50z is the most technologically advanced production motoryacht available... first worldwide to incorporate a Seakeeper gyro-stabilizer as standard equipment to eliminate 93% of roll in waves underway or at anchor. (see video here) and when introduced, 10 knots faster than other 48-50 foot down east designs, burning at 35 knot cruise what others burn at 25 knots. 50z was awarded "Best Down East Cruiser 50 Feet Plus" by editors of the 2014 AIM Magazine Group (Power & Motor Yacht, Passagemaker, Soundings, Soundings Trade, Yachts International and SAIL). In June 2015: 50z was the first yacht to include fully-opening power windshields for control of fresh air flow. Then for 2017 Model Year, a sliding safety glass side panel enclosure for the main bridge deck was introduced. 50z offers the best of both worlds: The underway fresh air comfort and visibility of the upper, all-weather flybridge deck of a larger motoryacht combined with ease of single person docking and maneuverability. And, those who have operated the 50z in all conditions claim it is the smoothest running and least fatiguing to operate they've experienced. For extended cruising or for a spectator boat to keep a dozen friends happy… that doesn't roll and will hold its position at the end of the starting line automatically, 50z is the best!

MJM 36z – Small Yacht with Joy Stick Docking

MJM produced 136 hulls of 29z, 34z and 36z models prior to 2016.  No longer built, these wonderful boats are destined to become classics, joining the new 35z as introduction to the MJM brand.  As Eric Sorensen of Soundings commented, "Those MJMs will last 100 years or more!"  An epoxy hull has far greater flexural strength to resist breaking down with age and is less prone to water ingress than polyester or vinylester built boats. A pre-owned MJM is a better long term investment than others new. 36z offers the best in joystick controlled, twin sterndrive power. It's fast, dry, fun to drive, responsive and predictable in waves and economical to run. Top speed is 35 knots. Anyone in the family can operate it's joystick docking system. Click here for Passagemaker cover feature by Chris Caswell - "Labor of Love"- April 2011 **.

MJM 34z - The Perfect Inboard Cruiser for Two

The very first MJM design introduced in 2003 is still very much in demand, but only available on the brokerage market. The primary design objective was: Create a good-looking, seaworthy, fast and functional cruising boat for two... that could be operated by founder, Bob Johnstone's wife, Mary, solo. Lighter, stronger and narrower was the answer. The only way to get there was to use high tech epoxy construction. Voila! a wonderful side benefit was doubling fuel efficiency vs. other boats:  2 mpg at 25 knots. Another goal met was comfortable seating for three couples in an all-weather pilothouse.  Dual bow and stern thrusters with a single throttle/shift make the 34z with its 440 HP Yanmar diesel, easier to park than a car and just as controllable as modern joystick systems.

MJM 29z - Day Boat & Weekender

Rare on the brokerage market and loved by their owners. 29z at 3 nmpg at 25 knots is more fuel efficient with its single 260 HP Volvo Penta sterndrive than even diesel/electric hybrids. With swim platform and a single-level, convertible all-weather pilothouse, 29z offers great versatility and comfort for fishing, swimming, day trips and family weekend cruises. It is the best looking and best sea boat of its size. Professional captains who have driven just about everything afloat pay 29z the ultimate compliment, "sweet"... drier, more stable and responsive to the helm in waves than anything they've driven. 

** Reprinted with permission from Soundings and Passagemaker magazines.