Nimbus has taken everything owners love about the award-winning 11 Series and turned the dial up with the all-new 12 Series: Weekender 12 (W-12), Tender 12 (T-12), and Commuter 12 (C-12). Each model keeps the fast, seaworthy twin-stepped hull and Scandinavian design language, but adds smarter ergonomics, more social space, and upgraded tech for serious boaters who spend real time on the water.

As the largest stocking Nimbus Boats dealer in North America, with offices from California and the Pacific Northwest to the Annapolis, Maryland, Seattle Yachts is perfectly positioned to help you spec and order one of the first 12 Series boats for U.S. waters. For more information, please contact us online or feel free to email our team at info@seattleyachts.com and we'll get you to the appropriate Nimbus Sales Professional.

 

Nimbus Chief Designer Talks About The New 12-Series

 

What Is The Nimbus 12 Series?

The Nimbus 12 Series is the next generation of Nimbus’s 40-foot platform, building directly on the proven 11 Series hull and layout. It introduces three closely related models, each tuned to a different style of boating:

  • Weekender 12 (W12) – a social, overnight-capable day cruiser for extended weekends.
  • Tender 12 (T12) – an open walk-around for flexible day boating, adventure runs, and “do-it-all” family use.
  • Commuter 12 (C12) – a protected, all-weather commuter and fast cruiser designed for year-round operation.

All three share key updates: a new extended swim platform, redesigned helm seats, fresh exterior styling with more polished stainless accents, and a host of behind-the-scenes improvements to lighting, ventilation, and service access.

The 12 Series is aimed squarely at experienced boaters who value Scandinavian design, thoughtful functionality, and real-world reliability—whether you’re running up the Inside Passage, hopping between Catalina and the Channel Islands, or chasing good weather along the Chesapeake.

Below: The first rendering released of the Nimbus W-12:

first rendering of the nimbus w-12 

 

 

What are the key upgrades of the Nimbus 12 series? 

 

1.) Extended swim platform & exterior styling - One of the most obvious changes is aft:

  • New extended swim platform with double-mould construction that’s structurally integrated into the hull, not just bolted on. This brings you physically closer to the water, makes boarding easier, and adds space for gear, water toys, and relaxing at anchor.
  • Thicker stainless-steel railings and updated hull décor that now incorporates a polished stainless Nimbus logo. The result is a sharper, more upscale look that still reads very “Nimbus” at a glance.

Below: The stainless steel railings on the Nimbus C-12.

stainless steel railings on nimbus c12

For Seattle Yachts customers, that means a more usable platform for swimming in the San Juans, paddleboards in SoCal, or a tender and toys in the Bahamas - without sacrificing the clean Scandinavian aesthetic.

 

2.) Completely reimagined helm seats & ergonomics - Nimbus has reworked the helm environment across all three models:

  •  Custom Nimbus helm seats with enhanced lateral support and improved ergonomics reduce fatigue on longer passages.
  • Layout tweaks, lighting updates, and better sound routing make the helm quieter, more comfortable, and easier to live with over a long day offshore.

If you regularly run from Anacortes to Victoria, Los Angeles to Avalon, or Annapolis to St. Michaels, these refinements genuinely matter - less fatigue, better sight lines, and a more relaxed journey.

Below: The main deck layout overview of the Nimbus W-12.

main deck overhead view of nimbus w12

 

3.) Smarter tech & propulsion options - Under the skin, the 12 Series also gets significant tech and driveline upgrades:

  • Mercury Joystick Piloting with integrated bow thruster (available with outboards) for intuitive low-speed maneuvering and system monitoring.
  • Volvo Penta inboard options on Commuter 12 and Tender 12, with an available assisted docking package that adds joystick-style control.
  • Optional hydraulic swim platform for outboard models that doubles as a water-level “beach” and a passerelle when Med-moored or docked stern-to.
  • Improved windscreen wipers and illumination for better visibility and ambiance in real-world conditions.

On Tender 12 specifically, Nimbus now allows twin Mercury V10 425 hp outboards, opening the door to even higher touring speeds and reserve power when you want it. All three models retain Nimbus’s air-lubricated twin-stepped hull, known for its efficiency and dry, predictable running at 40+ knot speeds when properly powered—exactly the kind of performance you want when the forecast turns out “spicier” than expected.

Below: The new Nimbus T-12 has fold-down sides for extra space and fun.

nimbus t-12 fold down sides

 

Nimbus has long been known for smart functionality, comfort, safety, and clean Scandinavian design—qualities that resonate strongly with Seattle Yachts clients who expect more than a “cookie cutter” production boat. The Nimbus 12 Series is available to order now through your closest Seattle Yachts Nimbus location, with its public debut scheduled for Boot Düsseldorf in January 2026 and production beginning in early 2026.

 

For more information, please contact us at info@seattleyachts.com or visit one of these Nimbus offices:

This is the moment to start the conversation. Seattle Yachts can help you reserve build slots, discuss preliminary specs, and make sure your 12 Series arrives ready for the kind of boating you actually do.