Gem 550


12 / 109 - score 80%

The Gem 550 is a 18.04ft fractional sloop designed by Rob Humphreys and built in fiberglass by Central Boating Services since 1976.

40 units have been built.

The Gem 550 is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

This boat has a good score and ranks in the top quarter. It is an excellent choice.

Gem 550 for sale elsewhere on the web:

Main features 98%


Model Gem 550
Length 18.04 ft (98%) the closest to 18 ft
Beam 7.91 ft (99%) the closest to 7.92 ft
Draft 0.75 ft
Country South Africa
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Ratios


Sail area / displ. 29.13
Ballast / displ. 34.64 %
Displ. / length 110.44
Comfort ratio 6.59
Capsize 3.03

Hull 43%


Hull type Monohull swing keel
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 16.67 ft (43%) the closest to 17.67 ft
Maximum draft 3.28 ft
Displacement 1146 lbs
Ballast 397 lbs
Hull speed 5.47 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Fractional Sloop
Sail area (100%) 199 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 0 sq.ft ??
Sail area main 0 sq.ft ??
I 0 ft ??
J 0 ft ??
P 0 ft ??
E 0 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 Central Boating Services
Designer Rob Humphreys
First built 1976
Last built 0 ??
Number built 40