C&C 29-2

Sailboat 28′ 6″ Since 1983

Overview

Builder
C&C
Model
29-2
Type
Sailboat
Built
1983–1986
Designer
Cuthbertson & Cassian
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
28′ 6″ (8.69 m)
Waterline length
22′ 4″ (6.80 m)
Beam
9′ 5″ (2.87 m)
Displacement
6,700 lb (3,039 kg)
Ballast
2,700 lb (1,225 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
410 sq ft (38.1 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
38′ 6″ (11.73 m)
J (foretriangle base)
11′ 5″ (3.47 m)
P (mainsail luff)
33′ 4″ (10.15 m)
E (mainsail foot)
10′ 7″ (3.23 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
18.5

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

Displacement / length
270

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

Ballast ratio
40%

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

Capsize screening
1.99

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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