Lancer Yacht Corp. Caravel 25 Cheverton

Sailboat 24′ 8″ Since 1982

Overview

Builder
Lancer Yacht Corp.
Model
Caravel 25 Cheverton
Type
Sailboat
Built
1982 on
Designer
W. Shad Turner
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
24′ 8″ (7.53 m)
Waterline length
20′ 1″ (6.13 m)
Beam
8′ (2.44 m)
Displacement
3,400 lb (1,542 kg)
Ballast
1,200 lb (544 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
187

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

Ballast ratio
35%

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

Capsize screening
2.13

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.