Austral Yachts Pty. Ltd. Buzzards Bay 15

Sailboat 24′ 6″ Since 1980

Overview

Builder
Austral Yachts Pty. Ltd.
Model
Buzzards Bay 15
Type
Sailboat
Built
1980 on
Hull
Swing Keel
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
24′ 6″ (7.47 m)
Beam
7′ 8″ (2.35 m)
Draft
1′ 4″ (0.40 m)
Displacement
5,000 lb (2,268 kg)
Ballast
938 lb (425 kg)

Design ratios

Ballast ratio
19%

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

Capsize screening
1.80

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.