C&C 27 MK Iv

Sailboat 27′ 11″ Since 1981

Overview

Builder
C&C
Model
27 MK Iv
Type
Sailboat
Built
1981–1982
Designer
Rob Ball
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
27′ 11″ (8.50 m)
Waterline length
22′ 11″ (6.98 m)
Beam
9′ 2″ (2.80 m)
Displacement
5,500 lb (2,495 kg)
Ballast
2,116 lb (960 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
374 sq ft (34.8 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
37′ (11.28 m)
J (foretriangle base)
11′ 2″ (3.40 m)
P (mainsail luff)
31′ (9.45 m)
E (mainsail foot)
10′ (3.05 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
19.2

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

Displacement / length
204

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

Ballast ratio
38%

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

Capsize screening
2.08

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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