Ancom Marine Ltd. 23

Sailboat 23′ Since 1972

Overview

Builder
Ancom Marine Ltd.
Model
23
Type
Sailboat
Built
1972–1975
Designer
Hans Denhertog
Hull
Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
23′ (7.01 m)
Waterline length
20′ (6.10 m)
Beam
7′ (2.13 m)
Displacement
3,400 lb (1,542 kg)
Ballast
1,300 lb (590 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
208 sq ft (19.4 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
21′ 3″ (6.48 m)
J (foretriangle base)
8′ 6″ (2.59 m)
P (mainsail luff)
23′ (7.01 m)
E (mainsail foot)
9′ 6″ (2.90 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
14.7

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
190

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
38%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.86

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Iron
Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.