Amel Cap Corse

Sailboat 18′ 10″ Since 1963

Overview

Builder
Amel
Model
Cap Corse
Type
Sailboat
Built
1963–1968
Designer
Henri Amel
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
18′ 10″ (5.73 m)
Waterline length
16′ 5″ (5.00 m)
Beam
6′ 7″ (2.01 m)
Displacement
1,279 lb (580 kg)
Ballast
507 lb (230 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
129

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

Ballast ratio
40%

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

Capsize screening
2.43

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.

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