Casey Boat Building Co. Careel 18

Sailboat 18′ 4″ Since 1939

Overview

Builder
Casey Boat Building Co.
Model
Careel 18
Type
Sailboat
Built
1939 on
Designer
Alden
Hull
Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Hull material
Wood
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
18′ 4″ (5.58 m)
Waterline length
14′ 5″ (4.39 m)
Beam
6′ 4″ (1.92 m)
Displacement
2,275 lb (1,032 kg)
Ballast
700 lb (318 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
340

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

Ballast ratio
31%

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

Capsize screening
1.92

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
Wood

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