Constructions Mecaniques de Normandie B63

Sailboat 20′ 8″ Since 1962

Overview

Builder
Constructions Mecaniques de Normandie
Model
B63
Type
Sailboat
Built
1962 on
Designer
Herbulot
Hull
Fin w/transom hung rudder
Hull material
Plywood/single chine
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
20′ 8″ (6.31 m)
Waterline length
18′ (5.49 m)
Beam
7′ 2″ (2.19 m)
Displacement
1,764 lb (800 kg)
Ballast
794 lb (360 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
135

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

Ballast ratio
45%

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

Capsize screening
2.38

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
Plywood/single chine

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