Balans 65

Sailboat 21′ 4″ Since 1975

Overview

Model
Balans 65
Type
Sailboat
Built
1975 on
Hull
Fin w/transom hung rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
21′ 4″ (6.49 m)
Waterline length
18′ 5″ (5.61 m)
Beam
8′ 2″ (2.50 m)
Displacement
3,748 lb (1,700 kg)
Ballast
1,543 lb (700 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
246 sq ft (22.8 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
28′ 10″ (8.80 m)
J (foretriangle base)
8′ 6″ (2.60 m)
P (mainsail luff)
25′ 7″ (7.80 m)
E (mainsail foot)
8′ 10″ (2.70 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
16.3

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

Displacement / length
269

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

Ballast ratio
41%

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

Capsize screening
2.11

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.