Northwind is a 39.17 m / 128′7″ luxury motor yacht. She was built by Manitowoc Shipbilding Corp in 1930.
With a beam of 6.74 m and a draft of 2.59 m, she has a steel hull and steel superstructure. This adds up to a gross tonnage of 195 tons.
She is powered by Paxman engines of 360 hp each giving her a maximum speed of 12 knots and a cruising speed of 10 knots. Northwind's maximum range is estimated at 3000 nautical miles.
The motor yacht can accommodate 10 guests in 5 cabins. The yacht was designed by Cox & Stevens.