Jensen Marine Cal 25

Sailboat 25′ Since 1965

Overview

Builder
Jensen Marine
Model
Cal 25
Type
Sailboat
Built
1965–1976
Designer
C. William Lapworth
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
25′ (7.62 m)
Waterline length
20′ (6.10 m)
Beam
8′ (2.44 m)
Displacement
4,000 lb (1,814 kg)
Ballast
1,700 lb (771 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
298 sq ft (27.6 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
29′ 10″ (9.08 m)
J (foretriangle base)
10′ (3.05 m)
P (mainsail luff)
25′ (7.62 m)
E (mainsail foot)
11′ (3.35 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
18.9

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

Displacement / length
223

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

Ballast ratio
42%

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

Capsize screening
2.02

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
Fiberglass

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

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