Alerion


The Alerion is a 26.0ft fractional sloop designed by Nathanael Herreshoff and built in wood by Herreshoff Mfg. Co. since 1912.

The Alerion is a moderate weight sailboat which is a high performer. It is very stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a fast cruiser.

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Main features


Model Alerion
Length 26 ft
Beam 7.58 ft
Draft 2.42 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Ratios


Sail area / displ. 20.38
Ballast / displ. 62.81 %
Displ. / length 262.50
Comfort ratio 27.33
Capsize 1.67

Hull


Hull type Monohull keel with centerboard
Construction Wood
Waterline length 21.75 ft
Maximum draft 5.50 ft
Displacement 6050 lbs
Ballast 3800 lbs
Hull speed 6.25 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Fractional Sloop
Sail area (100%) 422 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 140.51 sq.ft
Sail area main 281.19 sq.ft
I 32.30 ft
J 8.70 ft
P 30.90 ft
E 18.20 ft

Engine


Nb engines 1
Total power 0 HP
Fuel capacity 0 gals

Accommodations


Water capacity 0 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data


Builder Herreshoff Mfg. Co.
Designer Nathanael Herreshoff
First built 1912
Last built 0 ??
Number built 0 ??