Dynamique - Dufour Sparks Advanced 66

Sailboat 80′ Since 1985

Overview

Builder
Dynamique - Dufour Sparks
Model
Advanced 66
Type
Sailboat
Built
1985 on
Designer
Joubert/Nivelt
Hull
Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Cutter

Dimensions

Length overall
80′ (24.38 m)
Waterline length
63′ (19.20 m)
Beam
18′ 4″ (5.58 m)
Displacement
76,000 lb (34,473 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
2,676 sq ft (248.6 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
85′ 4″ (26.00 m)
J (foretriangle base)
24′ 3″ (7.40 m)
P (mainsail luff)
83′ 8″ (25.50 m)
E (mainsail foot)
28′ 10″ (8.80 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
23.9

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

Displacement / length
136

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

Capsize screening
1.73

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.