Cape Dory Yachts Dory 26

Sailboat 25′ 11″ Since 1984

Overview

Builder
Cape Dory Yachts
Model
Dory 26
Type
Sailboat
Built
1984–1986
Designer
Carl Alberg
Hull
Long Keel
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
25′ 11″ (7.89 m)
Waterline length
19′ 4″ (5.88 m)
Beam
8′ (2.44 m)
Displacement
5,300 lb (2,404 kg)
Ballast
2,400 lb (1,089 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
315 sq ft (29.2 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
32′ (9.75 m)
J (foretriangle base)
10′ 3″ (3.12 m)
P (mainsail luff)
27′ 3″ (8.31 m)
E (mainsail foot)
10′ 3″ (3.12 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
16.6

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

Displacement / length
329

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

Ballast ratio
45%

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

Capsize screening
1.84

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

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

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