C&C 29

Sailboat 29′ 7″ Since 1977

Overview

Builder
C&C
Model
29
Type
Sailboat
Built
1977–1981
Designer
C&C
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Yachts
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
29′ 7″ (9.02 m)
Waterline length
23′ 7″ (7.19 m)
Beam
10′ 4″ (3.14 m)
Displacement
7,500 lb (3,402 kg)
Ballast
2,700 lb (1,225 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
436 sq ft (40.5 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
39′ 6″ (12.04 m)
J (foretriangle base)
12′ 10″ (3.90 m)
P (mainsail luff)
33′ 6″ (10.21 m)
E (mainsail foot)
10′ 1″ (3.08 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
18.2

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

Displacement / length
255

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

Ballast ratio
36%

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

Capsize screening
2.10

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
Yachts

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

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