J27


The J27 is a 27.5ft fractional sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats between 1984 and 1992.

189 units have been built.

The J27 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 racing boat.

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Main features


Model J27
Length 27.50 ft
Beam 8.50 ft
Draft 4.90 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Ratios


Sail area / displ. 23.98
Ballast / displ. 40.26 %
Displ. / length 139.43
Comfort ratio 13.94
Capsize 2.18

Hull


Hull type Monohull fin keel with transom hung rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 23 ft
Maximum draft 4.90 ft
Displacement 3800 lbs
Ballast 1530 lbs
Hull speed 6.43 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Fractional Sloop
Sail area (100%) 364 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 157.50 sq.ft
Sail area main 206.25 sq.ft
I 30 ft
J 10.50 ft
P 33 ft
E 12.50 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 J Boats
Designer Johnstone
First built 1984
Last built 1992
Number built 189

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