S.P.B.I. 490 Sailboat

Sailboat 16′ Since 1964

Overview

Builder
S.P.B.I.
Model
490 Sailboat
Type
Sailboat
Built
1964–1980
Designer
George Marzin
Hull
Centerboard Dinghy
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
16′ (4.88 m)
Waterline length
15′ (4.57 m)
Beam
6′ 6″ (1.98 m)
Draft
0′ 5″ (0.12 m)
Displacement
287 lb (130 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
38

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

Capsize screening
3.94

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
FG

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